One day in August (hey, I’m getting better okay, this was only 3 months ago :P), Kat and Thanh decided to host a little get together and throw a Pho Fest for a few of us.
The fact that when “we” throw anything simple, it’s usually still quite an epic feast.
So if you’re thinking, “Okay, this is just going to be a few shots of a bowl of noodles”, how little thou knoweth us 🙂
When I arrived upon the doorsteps of Kat’s parents’ immaculate house, I was greeted by a table arrayed with table setting, folded serviettes and menus!
I knew this was going to be fun, delicious and BIG!
For entrees, we were given a selection of spring rolls and meatballs.
I can see that you’re already thinking, “Oh yeah, one or two spring rolls, and a few meatballs. Cool…”
But you are wrong! We had platefuls of the delicious Ha Noi Style Spring Rolls which were not only wonderfully tasty, but delightfully crispy! I dislike soggy spring rolls, and this was just right!
I was also introduced to Vietnamese Meatballs 😛 Bun Nem Nuong – Vermicelli with pork meat balls. Never had them before, and was blown away by how addictive it was.
When I first received my invite to this epic Pho fest, I was ready to decline, as Phos’ are usually (and famously) made with beef stock, and thus I felt that I wasn’t able to attend. However, Kat assured me that her version would be safe for me! Yayy!
Chicken Pho – Noodle Soup (Secret Family Recipe). It was seriously sooooooooo delicious! Peeking into the pot that held the soup stock, I could see why. It was rich with bones and unmentionable chicken parts. DELICIOUS!
Now if you’re wondering at this stage, “I thought this was a party organised by Kat and Thanh?” You’re not wrong. Thanh, being Thanh, was in charged of desserts!
He made a rather tasty Pandan & Coconut Agar-Agar, which Cherrie’s kids couldn’t take their eyes off!
I broke the theme by bringing my Spiced Caramelised Apple Butter Cake (a cake is a cake :P) and it was devoured by everyone as well.
Thanh also made some lovely and fluffy Cassava Cake, which I have never had before. My only experience with cassava is cassava chips (mMMmm) and this wasn’t too bad either!
Thanks again to our wonderful hostess and host for an afternoon of fun, giggles, laughter and a full belly 🙂
It was such a great feast and Kat’s pho was great.
A cake is not just a cake. A delicious cake is worth eating, and your cake was delicious.
Love the photos too. Very enticing. Making me hungry now.
Thanks again to you and Kat for organising!!!
oh so sad I missed this one, looks sooooo damn delicious!
I can’t remember where you were.. but it was soooo good!
Nom nom nom! I go through phases of craving pho like a demon, and I think I feel one such phase coming up now…
Me too!!! OMG…. MOVE DOWN HERE NOW! I’ll let you sleep in my spare bedroom so you won’t even have to be with boys that break each other noses for fun!
BAHAHAHA!!!!! Oh, I love you. I’ve now had two serious (you’re serious, right?) offers to move to Melbourne. Three if you count Agnes’ spare room too 😛
Yes of course Angle Babe Rake Sways Poppycock! When am I not serious??
Thats is one epic feast! What an awesome job 🙂
It was amazing!
Nem Nuong is the best! Man I miss my Viet food… the great thing is there’s always a lot of greens so you don’t feel guilty about stuffing your face 😀
Hee hee.. it’s even better when it’s home cooked!
cassava cake! NOOOOOOOO!
Aaahhhhhhh!!! Why no?
Pho fest! im so jealous that you got to eat all those yummy food!
I’m so wanting to have a big bowl right now!
Phwoar! That table is LADEN! Looks so fresh and lovely, can only imagine how awesome it would’ve been 🙂
Indeed it was! It’s a foodie gathering 😛
OmGosh, amazing spread there. Kudos to the chefs creating such a lovely home made feast!
Kudos indeed. Now when am I self-inviting for laksa to your place?
oh lala… the thing I am going to miss are these epic fest and PHO!
When we visit be sure to have fests for us!
Wow! That is a lovely feast! Plus, it is a Pho feast which makes it even better! What nice friends you have:)
I do have very nice friends 🙂
Great lunch, thanks for coming to pho phestival and glad you enjoyed it. Pictures are great and thanks for the compliments. Lets do it again some time.
Thanks again for having us!!