The Yogi Tree, The Gardens

The Yogi Tree is a cafe/bistro/restaurant in The Gardens, serving both Western and local delicacies.

What makes this restaurant unique?

The good people of Yogi Tree strive to promote well-being and awareness of the food we eat. So, the ingredients used in the food here are fresh, natural and largely organic. No preservatives, additives, enhancers, colourings, chemicals.... so you can be assured that the food is good for you. So does the food here taste good?

I wanted something light, so I ordered the Spaghetti Carbonara with bacon, mushrooms and egg (RM22). Carbonara here is cooked the original Roman way, with no cream, using only eggs and cheese. Well, usually it calls for no mushrooms too, but perhaps the chef wanted to balance the dish with some "fibre". The spaghetti cooked al dente smothered with a peppery carbonara sauce was delicious.

Hubby ordered the Chargrilled pure Aussie Cheeseburger (RM27), served with thickly cut homemade fries, organic coleslaw, and gherkins. The beef was cooked medium and still very juicy. Burger probably doesn't exactly scream "healthy" but at least the ingredients are fresh and natural.

Hubby also had a Focus Factor drink (RM12), freshly squeezed juice of beetroot, carrot and apple. Beetroots and carrots are rich in folic acid, good for producing healthy red blood cells and maintaining an alert mind. Refreshing and not too sweet.

I would like to come back and try the Roast Rib Eye Beef, which is available on Saturday and Sundays. And maybe the afternoon tea too between 3-6pm (RM38 for 2 persons).

The Garden Club members are eligible for 10% discount.

Service: Friendly staff. Efficient food service although the cafe was very busy at lunchtime.

Price: Mid-range.

Location: The Yogi Tree, Lot F237B, 1st Floor, Garden Galleria, Mid Valley City, Lingkaran Syed Putra, 59200 Kuala Lumpur.

Tel: 03-22826163