Saturday, March 16, 2024

DUAN 二杬 @ Beach Street, Georgetown, Penang.

DUAN 二杬 at Beach Street is a one-of-a-kind restaurant, it is fairly new but many are lured by its unique food offering- contemporary Malaysian cuisine that preserves local flavors yet, introducing an interesting twist to the classic dishes. The restaurant serves no pork; menu-wise, you will find many familiar local Malaysian dishes... from Nasi Biryani to various Curries, Satay etc. The interior decor is however, nothing Malaysian at all. It has a modern take on simplicity with a little industrial vibe. The price points are of restaurant-standard but the food quality is there. Worth checking out if you are up for a sweat-inducing, rich-flavored Malaysian Curry journey.

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Morpheus Restaurant @ Abu Siti Lane, Georgetown, Penang.

Contemporary casual restaurant- Morpheus Restaurant at Abu Siti Lane has been offering dinner service since its opening in April 2023 but the restaurant has recently rolled out its lunch menu- lesser choices but wallet-friendlier, providing an opportunity for curious diners to test the depth of the water. The lunch menu offers mains starting from Rm 23, along with a small selection of appetizers and a small beverage menu. In case you are wondering- diners can also opt to order the usual dinner menu on top of the newly introduced lunch menu. Comfortable dining atmosphere with quality food, Morpheus is worth a visit.

Monday, March 11, 2024

Ramadan Buffet Dinner Maharajan Al At Am @ Bertam Resort & Water Park Penang.

With the holy month of Ramadan approaching- when everyone celebrates togetherness over sumptuous delights. At Bertam Resort and Water Park Penang, the culinary team has prepared a big Ramadan buffet spread for guests to celebrate this auspicious month. Led by Chef Khairul (Director of Culinary), Ramadan Buffet Dinner Maharajan Al At Am features a fusion of Malaysian and Moroccan cuisines with more than 150 types of dishes- served across 25 live action stalls (with 5 rotating menus throughout the holy month). Amongst the highlights of the buffet, guests can look forward to the Moroccan delights (like Lamb marinated with 25 traditional Moroccan spices and Harissa), Chicken Mandi- Nasi Talam, Yellow Lamb, Om Ali and Banana Khunafa. On top of that, expect to see a great variety of Malaysian favorites like Udang Masak Lemak, Ikan Goreng Tepung, Sotong Qhabang, Rendang Daging Nyiok Sangai, Gulai Kawah- Kari Kepala Ikan Salmon etc. Seats are limited, early reservation is recommended.

Ramadan Buffet Dinner Maharajan Al At Am
- 13 Mar to 09 Apr 2024 from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
- RM118+ per person & RM88+ senior citizen & RM78+ per child

Many Thanks to Bertam Resort and Water Park Penang for hosting us.

Saturday, March 9, 2024

Buffroom @ Lebuh Aceh, Georgetown, Penang.

A cafe during day time and bar in the evenings, Buffroom is one of the latest additions to the Georgetown heritage area. It occupies a large space at Lebuh Aceh with a car park at Lorong Lumut (RM10 per entry). The place is very spacious with minimalist-industrial vibe; the menu is a little limited for now- only Pasta and Tacos. The rest of the items will be added soon (like All Day Breakfast and Burgers); the price points are on the higher side- expect to pay around RM40 for a Pasta dish. The seats (only stools, no proper chairs) are less-comfortable and more suitable for casual meet ups over drinks. We were there on Christmas Day and the place was filled with Cigarette odor (must be from the Christmas Eve party happened on the night before), it was quite an unpleasant experience. 

Thursday, March 7, 2024

Com Ga Mi Mi House @ Sri Bahari Road, Georgetown, Penang.

A new venture by the Saigon House Cuisine restaurants- Com Ga Mi Mi House specializes in serving Hoi An-style Chicken Rice. The menu is very straight-forward... offering only Hoi An-style Chicken Rice with extra condiments. Diners can also opt to change the Chicken Rice base to Noodle base. Additionally, diners are allowed to order items from Saigon House Cuisine (next door) and they will serve to you in Com Ga Mi Mi House. 

Sunday, March 3, 2024

E Farm Restaurant 森苑饭庄 @ Genting Sempah, Bentong, Pahang.

There are plenty of options when it comes to Chinese restaurants at Bentong area (be it Genting Sempah or Gohtong Jaya) but E Farm Restaurant 森苑饭庄 is one of the popular choices. Tucked away from the main road of Genting Sempah, it requires some skills to navigate and to look for the restaurant (expect to pass through a narrow, windy and rough jungle road). The restaurant is quite big and could accommodate many tables, the place is especially busy on weekends. Menu wise, E Farm offers a big variety of Chinese dishes as well as a big selection of fresh river fish. The prices are of restaurant-standard with some dishes priced on the higher side. Worth checking out if you do enjoy fresh and quality fresh river fish.

Thursday, February 29, 2024

[Year 2024] Food Hunting- of Cafes/ Must-Eats @ Taiping, Perak.

Known as the Rain Town- Taiping is approximately one hour drive away from Penang island. The small town has a big Chinese population and home to many delicious food. Our previous visit was somewhere in 2021 and the town has many new, exciting food places to be discovered. Follow us in this food guide as we walk you through some of the interesting food places in Taiping!  

1) Baking Khaki
Pork-Free
Service Charge: No
Government Tax: No
Address: 416, Jalan Kamunting, Taman Saujana, 34600, Taiping, Perak. 
Business Hours: 8 am to 5 pm on every Thursday to Tuesday; 8 am to 9:30 pm on every Friday and Saturday. Closed on Wednesdays.
Contact Number: 6011-3683 0409

Monday, February 26, 2024

Mr. Wu Taiwan Restaurant 台湾料理专家 @ Arena Curve, Bayan Lepas, Penang.

Popular Taiwanese food joint- Mr. Wu 台湾料理专家 has presence across the Klang Valley region and the outlet at Arena Curve is their very first in Penang (they are opening another outlet at City Junction Mall Tanjung Tokong). The menu is very much Taiwanese, bringing some of the classic, familiar Taiwanese delights with them. It is quite a pork-heavy menu so if you are not into pork dishes, the menu has very limited to offer. Price points are in the mid-range, considering the serving portion is fairly large. Worth dropping by if you are a Taiwanese food lover.

Friday, February 23, 2024

Viet Nam Quan @ Arena Curve, Bayan Lepas, Penang.

Head over to this quiet Vietnamese restaurant- Viet Nam Quan at Arena Curve to satisfy your Pho cravings over hearty bowls of noodles. Though the restaurant has a big noodle menu, there are many other Vietnamese dishes as well. Classics like Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Vietnamese Pancakes, Banh Mi, Com Ga are available too, along with some Vietnamese home-cooked dishes. The place is air-conditioned and manned by Vietnamese; the server speaks and understands Mandarin perfectly so placing order is hassle-free. For those who are keen to purchase local Vietnamese products, there is a dedicated corner for products like Vietnamese Coffee, Vietnamese Instant Noodles, sauces and snacks. 

Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Tai Xiang Chi Thai Cuisine 泰享吃 @ Bukit Mertajam, Penang.

Tai Xiang Chi Thai Cuisine 泰享吃 is a place where you will find inexpensive Thai eats in Bukit Mertajam. Housed in one of the shop lots right next to Lotus Tesco Bukit Mertajam (opposite to AEON BM), the Thai restaurant is especially popular during lunch hours. Dishes are reasonably priced here with big servings. We had some of their dishes and thought there were some hits and misses. This is a good spot for a quick, inexpensive Thai fix nevertheless. 

Saturday, February 17, 2024

Kokoya Bakery Cafe @ Nibong Tebal, Penang.

Probably one of the busiest cafes at Nibong Tebal, Kokoya Bakery Cafe is also the latest addition to the neighborhood's cafe scene. Found at one of the shop houses at Bukit Panchor, Kokoya occupies 2 different lots. The one on the ground floor is a Bakery while the Cafe can be found on the upper floor on the shop lot next to the bakery (not directly above). The Bakery only caters for take-away purchases while the cafe offers a comfortable cafe ambiance. The menu is fairly simple but the real draw is the home-made Cakes and desserts... as well as their specialty drinks. Yam lovers would be glad to learn that the cafe offers a good range of Yam-infused desserts and drinks. Items are affordably priced here, definitely worth checking out. 

Thursday, February 15, 2024

Fatty Fatty Chicken Rice 肥肥鸡饭 @ Sungai Dua, Penang.

Fatty Fatty Chicken Rice 肥肥鸡饭 has been around for quite some time, they first started out at Terengganu Road branch and recently expanded its business operations, opening the second branch at Sungai Dua (same row as McDonald's). Fatty Fatty is known to churn out some quality, inexpensive Chinese roasted meat. Their signature includes roasted Duck, Char Siew and Siew Yoke, with various add-ons like braised Tofu, Egg etc. This particular branch at Sungai Dua is air-conditioned and especially crowded on lunch hours. It is a popular lunch place for both working crowd and students studying in the neighborhood.  

Tuesday, February 13, 2024

22 BS River Seafood Restaurant 22 河海鲜楼 @ Bagan Samak, Bandar Baharu, Kedah.

Bagan Samak (a short drive from Bandar Baharu toll/ approximately an hour from Penang island) is known for its Seafood restaurants and the availability of fresh water fishes. 22 BS River Seafood Restaurant 22 河海鲜楼 is one of the latest additions to the Bagan Samak restaurant scene. Opened in early 2022, 22 BS River Seafood Restaurant occupies a big corner lot on the main road. The menu has a little Thai influence but generally, the dishes are Chinese stir fries that most Malaysians are familiar with. The highlight of this place is of course- the Seafood as well as the fresh water fishes. Save for the bothersome infestation of houseflies around the neighborhood; it is safe to say that everyone in our family enjoyed the food here. 

Friday, February 9, 2024

Ching Siang Seafood Porridge 清香海鲜茶室 @ Nibong Tebal, Penang.

There are a few reliable, well-established Chinese restaurants when it comes to Seafood Porridge at Nibong Tebal area but this fairly new joint- Ching Siang Seafood Porridge 清香海鲜茶室 at Bukit Panchor (Nibong Tebal) is worth a look. It is popular amongst those staying in the neighborhood, whether a casual quick fix or a weekend family feast. The menu is simple and straight-forward, it revolves around Seafood like Crabs, Lobsters, Mantis Prawns etc but there are also some affordable options. The seafood is fresh and they charge reasonably. Do check it out if you happen to be in the vicinity.

Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Antipodean Cafe @ Central Gurney, Penang.

A big name in the Kuala Lumpur cafe scene- popular Kiwi-Australian style cafe: Antipodean Cafe is finally in Penang now. The latest outlet can be found at Central @ Gurney (ground floor of G Hotel Gurney Drive). The Penang Antipodean Cafe brings along some of its signature dishes like the Big Breakfast, Egg Benedict etc, the price points are in the mid-high range (for a cafe standard). The cafe has a casual, relaxed al-fresco vibe; making it ideal for both casual meet ups over drinks or even a leisure brunch.