The restaurant industry in particular was hit hard by the numerous lockdowns, and many restaurateurs were shuttered for good.

Chef Yenni Law’s 17-year-old Meatology suffered the same fate. And as heart-breaking as it was for her, she had no choice but to throw in the towel.

“We suffered an 80% drop in revenue. That was how bad it was,” Law told FMT. “I tried everything I could to save it, but in the end, it wasn’t enough.”

Fast forward to a few months later and Law is back in the culinary game, cooking up a storm in her new gastronomical venture, Meat Feds.

Located in Taman Paramount, Law is confident she will find success here just as she did with Meatology in Taman Tun Dr Ismail.

More than a restaurant, Meat Feds is also a watering hole, courtesy of Law’s partnership with wine bar Psychotic Operator, which shares the same space.

In fact, it was the wine bar’s owner and Law’s personal friend, Khuang Soon, who reached out to her after Meatology’s closure.

“She’s a good chef,” he said, explaining his wish to partner with her on Meat Feds. “We’ve been working together for many years now.”

With a simple, comfortable and cosy interior, Meat Feds is perfect for luncheons with friends or intimate family dinners. Even the wines won’t set you back too much.

So, what’s cooking, chef?

A popular lunch staple here is the Beef Stew Don, featuring juicy and tender pieces of beef in a flavourful thick gravy. It is served with rice topped with an omelette.

If you’re a fan of wantan noodles, give the Truffle Siew Yuk Mien a try; you will not regret this decision.

The wantan noodles here are surprisingly delicious, walking the fine line between sweet and bitter which is no easy task.

And the siew yuk is something to behold, with skin cooked to crispy and crunchy perfection, coupled with truffles.

Malaysians may be used to enjoying their meats served hot, but cold cuts shouldn’t be dismissed out of hand.

Meat’s Fed’s Smoked Chicken is one such wonder. Served cold with tangy and refreshing chimichurri sauce, the woodchip-smoked chicken breast is dangerously succulent and flavourful.

Have a little cash to burn? Or maybe it’s a special occasion worth celebrating? Then treat yourself to a serving of Picanha Wagyu, a feast worthy of a king.

Made from premium Australian beef, this delicacy is tender and juicy, its flavour, equal parts distinctive and complex.

Take your time to savour this treat! It’s literally worth every bite, so might as well prolong your enjoyment of it.

Next up on the menu is something that will raise some eyebrows – Ham Sap Siew Yuk.

Marinated for two days with a salted egg sauce, the pork belly is both salty and moist, making it all the more delicious and addictive.

It’s certainly something meant to be shared, but don’t be surprised if you end up gobbling every last tasty morsel all by yourself.

If you happily devour oysters, cockles or clams, you shouldn’t be all that squeamish about snails, a fellow mollusc. Rich in protein, they have a mild flavour and tender texture, like their relatives.

The Slow Crawlers feature four escargots cooked in a secret cream sauce and served with spinach.

When all the snails have been slurped up, you’ll probably be licking the plate; that’s how good the sauce is.

Last but not least is the piece de resistance of Meat Feds – the Caveman Pork. Featuring a slab of white Spanish pork tomahawk, this delicacy takes three days to prepare and when ordered, half an hour to roast.

All this time is well spent, as the result is a delicious meaty and juicy dish oozing with flavour in every bite. This dish is perfect for large dining parties and sometimes enough for one very famished diner.

Speaking to FMT, Law spoke of what kept her going despite her personal setback.

“It was the belief that I wasn’t going to settle for this fate. This couldn’t be the end of my career or my life,” she said.

“I love cooking. I live it. I want to share it and spread the love for food with people. People can tell when you cook with heart and passion, after all.”

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Meat Feds by Chef Yenni Law (Non-halal)
7, Jalan 20/13
Taman Paramount
46300 Petaling Jaya
Selangor

Business hours:
12pm-2.30pm; 4pm-9.30pm (closed on Tuesdays)

Contact: 011-33132329