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Guide to ordering and eating steak
Here are some tips on how to choose the best steak when dining out, what to look for in
every step from when you first open the menu, to taking that all-important first bite.
When you are in the mood for a nice steak, it is easy to get overwhelmed by all the options. Of course you want the best possible steak, but it is tricky to figure out which one is actually suitable for your needs. To avoid making the wrong choice, it is necessary to learn a little about the types of steak.
As the waiter arrives, there are some hurdles to cross before your feast begins.
1. Different cuts
2. Choices of doneness
The hero items on the best steak restaurant menu often focus on the most classic steak options.
The tenderness of a Tenderloin and the excellent flavour and meaty richness of a Rib Eye.
They both have a reputation for being luxurious and delicious, but they are two very
different types of meat.
The picture below will provide you a clearer idea on making your decision:
Tenderloin has a far less pronounced taste than Rib Eye. This is not necessarily a bad thing
because many people who do not like a hearty beef flavour appreciate the more delicate
taste of Tenderloin. Since it is lower in fat, this cut of beef also has a less greasy taste than
Rib Eye.
On the other hand, Rib Eye steak tends to be the flavour people think of when they picture a
large, hearty steak. Since the muscle of the steak is exercised more, it develops far more
taste. Rib Eye has a rich, pronounced steak flavour that is strong enough to overpower
anything else in a dish.
Now that you’ve decided on the steak cut, let’s move on to selecting the steak doneness.
While different cuts of steak offer different flavours and textures, the doneness level of your
steak determines the flavour, texture, temperature, and colour of your steak
There’s nothing technically wrong with preferring your meat a little more red or a little more
cooked. However, for many chefs, they eschews the idea of a well-done steak.
So what would most chefs highly recommend?
‘Medium Rare and Medium’
The other doneness levels, especially the medium-well and well-done expose the meat to
heat for a longer amount of time. This additional heat evaporates the juices and makes it a
bit dry and tougher to eat. That’s why most of the well done steaks taste a bit like leather
and are very hard to chew.
‘Know how you want it cooked’
Remember that you’re eating the steak, so order it the way you enjoy it, not how
anyone else thinks you should be eating it.
EATING YOUR STEAK
The first cut: the steak has arrived at the table in all its glory.
1. Pick up the steak knife with your right hand and hold the fork in your left hand.
2. Cut the meat in a single bite in a zigzag motion (remember not to cut up all the meat
on your plate before eating it).
3. Finally, place the knife on the plate and transfer the fork from your left hand to right
hand to take the bite (chew on it as noiselessly as possible before you cut another
one).
At Maria’s, we pride ourselves in serving steaks with the right thickness, a wide range of marbling and the best parts! Make your reservation today to enjoy a great piece of steak!
Maria’s famous Seafood Spaghetti Aglio Olio and Spaghetti Bolognese.
Spaghetti Bolognese tomato meat sauce (beef or chicken)
20++
Spaghetti Aglio Olio tossed in olive oil, garlic and chili flakes
– Seafood
26++
– Vegetarian
20++
– Plain
16++
Desserts
Complete the meal with Maria’s signature desserts such as the Tiramisu and Moist Chocolate cake with premium vanilla ice cream.
Tiramisu
18++
Moist Chocolate Cake with Premium Vanilla ice-cream
16++
Carrot Walnut Cake
11++
Prune Cake
11++
Banana Walnut Cake
11++
Premium Ice Cream vanilla, strawberry or chocolate
9.50++ /scoop
Abundant selection of drinks
Spoil yourself with a variety selection of drinks such as coffee, coffee liquors, tea, soda drinks, beers, wines and many more.
Americano
9++
Espresso
7++
Double Espresso
9++
Espresso Macchiato
9++ (S) 11++ (D)
Cappuccino
9++ (S) 11++ (D)
Mochaccino
9++ (S) 11++ (D)
Latte
11++
Flat White
11++
Chocolate
11++
Ice Cafe Latte
11++
Ice Cappuccino
11++
Ice Coffee
11++
Ice Chocolate
11++
Tea English breakfast, Earl Grey, Chamomile, Peppermint With honey, add RM1.50
9++
Lemon Tea
9++
Ice Lemon Tea
9++
Ice Green Apple Lychee Tea
10++
Ice Passion Peach Tea
10++
Ice Passion Lychee Tea
10++
Hot Honey Lemon
10++
Ice Honey Lemon
10++
Thickshake – Strawberry, Chocolate, Vanilla
29++
Passion Mojito
15++
Green Apple Mojito
15++
Green Apple Lychee Sparker
15++
Passion Peach Sparker
15++
Passion Cooler
15++
Coke Float / Sprite Float
15++
Coke / Coke Light / Sprite
7++
Apple, Orange, Carrot or Carrot Milk
13++
Lemonade
10++
Perrier carbonated
12++
Evian (500ml)
12++
Heineken (325ml)
21++
Carlsberg (325ml)
19++
Erdinger (500ml)
34++
Kronenbourg Blanc (325ml)
24++
Leffe Blond (330ml)
28++
Leffe Brune (330ml)
28++
Hoegaarden (330ml)
25++
Guinness (325ml)
18++
Tiger (325 ml)
19++
Wine – Consult our staffs for wine list
Prices are applicable for Maria’s SteakCafe Damansara, Bangsar and Sunway only.
RESERVATION
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OUR CSR EVENTS
Xmas Lunch with children from Dignity for Children Foundation (2018)
On 6th December 2018, we hosted our first Christmas community lunch at our new outlet in Bandar Sunway, inviting 35 underprivileged students of the Dignity for Children Foundation, along with 2 of their teachers.
The students and their teachers tremendously enjoyed Maria’s SteakCafé’s Fish & Chips, Spaghetti Bolognese, Sausages, Sandwiches and Mushroom soup. Celebrating the joyful season, there were Christmas gifts for everyone, ending a memorable lunch for a great group dining experience.
The Dignity for Children foundation is a non-governmental organisation that provides holistic care and education for urban poor children in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It supports, educates and prepares the underprivileged for future employability.
For the record, we at Maria’s SteakCafe have been supporting the Dignity for Children Foundation with monthly donations that help assure a future for these students, being involved in not just monetary donations but also educating some of the students in Food and Beverage (F&B) training.
Celebrating Mother’s Day with mothers and children from the Dignity for Children Foundation (2019)
On 3rd May 2019, 66 mothers with their children from the Dignity for Children Foundation celebrated Mother’s Day with a Luncheon at our Bandar Sunway outlet.
Everybody was treated with a scrumptious 3-course meal consisting of our popular dishes. The restaurant was filled with love and excitement all around as the children passionately and creatively garnished the chocolate pudding with their own favourite toppings as an expression of love for their mothers.
They also brought home a special framed photo taken with their mothers, creating a lasting bonding moment while having a wonderful time at Maria’s SteakCafe, the best steakhouse in town.
On 17th October 2019, we hosted a charity dinner, jointly organised by Dignity for Children Foundation. The event, in conjunction with United Nations’ International Day for the Eradication of Poverty was held to empower more underprivileged and marginalised children to break out of the poverty cycle – and this is done through receiving quality education.
Guests were treated with our luscious 3-course meal for only RM200 per person. All proceeds from the event were channeled towards the education fees for the children studying in Dignity.
A Christmas Feast for Dignity for Children Foundation (2019)
The Christmas 2019 holiday season saw 35 children and a teacher from the Dignity for Children Foundation invited for a Christmas Lunch at our Bangsar outlet.
Our guests-of-the-day enjoyed a delicious 3-course meal, starting with a Cream of Mushroom Soup, followed by Chicken Spaghetti Alla Siciliana, and our homemade dessert, Moist Chocolate Cake with premium vanilla ice cream.
The children had a blast decorating their very own ‘Gingerbread Man’ and each received a special Christmas present to bring back home.
The day was completed by their angelic voices performing an exclusive Christmas Carol for those who were present. It was certainly a memorable day as we got to share the joyful celebration with them.
Since 2018, we have been championing the energy and efforts by Dignity for Children Foundation, a one-stop holistic, community learning centres for the underprivileged urban poor. Their main aim is to address the educational needs of children from pre-school level to IGCSE ‘O’ level and vocational skills.
Maria’s SteakCafe has contributed monetary and venue aids in facilitating educational trainings at eat X dignity. The trainings include:
Are you passionate about food? Are you ready to work hard, while keeping a huge smile across your face? Are you a team player?
Then we would love to have you at Maria’s SteakCafe and be part of the best steakhouse in town family! Send us your resume at: hr@marias.com.my or call 012-2161236 to find out more. >