Organic food are becoming popular as more people are health conscious nowadays and worry about the health and the safety of the food they eat.
A lil' bit info of what is exactly organic food?
Organic foods are those that are produced using environmentally sound methods that do not involve modern synthetic inputs such as pesticides and chemical fertilizers, do not contain genetically modified organisms, and are not processed using irradiation, industrial solvents, or chemical food additives
Organic food are processed from organic farming. Foods that claimed to be organic must be free of artificial food additives, and are often processed with fewer artificial methods, materials and conditions, such as chemical ripening, food irradiation, and genetically modified ingredients. (
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Some reports said the content, nutritional value of organic food compare to non-organic food doesn't differ much but some said it was significantly different. It's also said that organic food contain higher vitamin C and consuming it in long-run is good for our health. Nevertheless, it's up to consumer to make their choices on consuming organic food or not as sometimes (I think) organic food has been somewhat overhyped and hence, make it expensive than the price it should cost.
If you want to find a place that serves organic food, you might want to try Country Farm Organics at Bangsar Village I. There's a promotion now where you can get Tilapia fish, Patin fish or prawns for only RM12 when you buy any of the ala-carte meal. There are four type of flavours offered, Assam (pedas), steam, tom yum and deep fried. I chose tilapia fish assam pedas and it is really pedas to me and the fish is big, I can't finish alone. In their menu, details of the dish is given (ie: ingredients, organic percentage, suitable for which type of vegetarian) and even some nutrition note of the dish. We ordered iron lady spinach, wholesome 8-booster and simply red for takeaway. So, didn't get to snap the pic.
Iron Lady Spinach Salad (seasonal) RM17.90 (90% organic)
Calorie for calorie, leafy green Organic Spinach, with its delicate texture and jade green colour, provides more nutrients than any other food. This salad has so much flavour that the only dressing you'll need is a drizzle of Balsamic Vinegar. Ingredients: Organic Spinach, Organic Tomatoes, Free-Range Chicken, Free-Range Chicken Egg, Organic Bean Sprouts, Organic Olive Oil, Organic Balsamic Vinegar, Onion and Tofu.
8-Booster Rojak, RM11.90 (99% organic). This is a good information as an additional knowledge for us for the nutrition value.
A Malaysian favourite that you will not want to miss! Organic fruits and vegetables served with Blackstrap Molasses and Country Farms specially blended 3-boosters. (Nutritional Yeast, Lecithin Granules, Wheat Germ, Brewer Yeast). This is definitely the most nutritious Rojak in Malaysia. Nutrition Note : Blackstrap Molasses are very rich in iron, calcium, potassium and magnesium. They are especially helpful for those who suffer from iron-deficiency and anemia.
Simply Red (New) RM18.50, is a small cup juice. So, don't expect a large glass like those in fruit juice stall.
A refreshing blend of organic fruits bursting with antioxidants! Organic fruits : Apple, Orange, Beetroot, Lemon and Carrot.
Organic Freshly Brewed - CFO Coffee RM 7.00
Organic Soy Smoothies - Viking Lover, RM 12.90
A strong dose of love from the Viking wilderness! Organic raspberry juice, organic raspberries and organic soy yoghurt. (raspberry was substituted with blueberry that day)
Delightful Salmon Deluxe, RM 16.90 (60% organic)
One look and you definitely can't say 'no'. This is a creative combination of Western and Asian flavours comprises of freshly grilled Organic Salmon topped with Hijiki Seaweeds and served with Organic Brown Rice, Organic Cucumber Pickles and Miso Soup. Ingredients: Salmon, Hijiki Seaweed, Organic Cucumber, Miso, Organic Brown Rice
Tilapia Fish Assam, RM 12.00 (Today's Special)
The 'organic' bill came and total was RM102.95 (with 5% service charge). There goes our 'organic cash'. :p
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