Bokki Bar @ Sunway Carnival Mall, Butterworth, Penang.

Amongst the new spate of tenants at Sunway Carnival Mall Penang, the newly opened Bokki Bar at Lower Ground Floor brings the tantalizing flavors of traditional Korean street market to your dining table. Offering an all-you-can-eat buffet brimming with beloved Korean street food, this new spot is the perfect place for food enthusiasts- expect to find Korean Fried Chicken, Bulgogi, Tteokbokki, Jap Chae, Ramyeon on offer. The restaurant is manned by Korean so the quality is monitored and validated. It is notable that Bokki Bar is a Muslim-friendly restaurant.

Buffet Price List:

- [Weekday] Adult: RM32.85/ Children: RM16.95/ Senior Citizen: RM26.50

- [Weekend] Adult: RM40.30/ Children: RM20.15/ Senior Citizen: RM31.80

- Prices shown above are inclusive of Government Taxes*

Many Thanks to Bokki Bar for hosting us

Auntie May Nyonya Kopitiam @ Elit Avenue, Bayan Lepas, Penang.

A Kopitiam-concept restaurant with some Nyonya elements, Auntie May Nyonya Kopitiam is one of the latest additions to Elit Avenue at Bayan Lepas. The tagline for Auntie May is "When Modernism Meets Nyonya Food", that being said... don't expect to find authentic, classic Nyonya food here but dishes with Nyonya elements or Nyonya dishes with a modern twist. The menu is quite "Nyonya-focused", you can find many familiar Nyonya-dishes here like Curry Kapitan, Ayam Ponteh, Assam Fish etc... they serve them in a Rice set with side dishes and rice. There are other options like Nasi Lemak and some Noodle dishes too; expect to pay in the range of Rm 20 - Rm 30 per pax. 

Kim Koe Restaurant 金口煮炒 @ Farlim, Penang.

A place for a quick fix over Chu Char, Kim Koe Restaurant 金口煮炒 at Farlim is a popular neighborhood Chu Char spot known for its inexpensive homecooked-style dishes. The place is partially air-conditioned, with simple setup like any other Chu Char places. But it does not have a printed menu- relying on the server to communicate and place orders. The server would advise on the freshest produce available and recommend dishes according to the number of diners. Be prepared for long waiting time though, the place is also infamous for its service- it takes a while for them to serve the dishes. Do not visit the place if you are in a rush. 

Gimbap Brothers @ Island 88, Tanjung Tokong, Penang.

A staple food in South Korea- Gimbap (Korean Seaweed Rice Roll) is convenient, inexpensive and most importantly, ubiquitous; not that it is rare in Penang as most Korean restaurants would offer this on the menu but not many restaurants churn out delicious Gimbap. Gimbap Brothers, one of the latest additions to Island 88 is one of the places where you can find freshly rolled and delicious Gimbap with different varieties. While they offer many Gimbap options, the restaurant also dishes out many popular Korean dishes like Toppokki, Korean Fish Cakes, Fried Chicken and noodles. As far as authenticity is concerned, the restaurant is manned by a Korean couple. Expect restaurant-level pricing for the dishes here at Gimbap Brothers but the quality and freshness stand out, definitely worth checking out if you love Korean food.

Middle House @ Burmah Road, Georgetown, Penang.

Found right next to the bustling Burmah Road, Middle House is a charming restaurant run by a lovely couple, offers a taste of a home with its hearty and soul-warming home-cooked Western dishes. Step in the place and you will instantly feel the homey-welcoming vibe, with a mix of both Western and local elements/ knick-knacks. The menu offers an array of home-cooked Western-European delights- Soups, Salads, Mains (including their signature Pork Chop), Pasta as well as their best-selling dessert... Rum and Kahlua-infused Tiramisu. Not a place with fancy setup or eye-catchy decor but more for solid, home-cooked food.

Many Thanks to Middle House for hosting us.

Spirit of Poland Buffet Dinner @ Cafe 168, G Hotel Penang.

Embark on a culinary journey to Poland at G Hotel Penang's special buffet- Spirit of Poland Buffet Dinner (in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic Poland in Kuala Lumpur), happening this month from 17th of May to 19th of May (only 3 days from Friday to Sunday). With an array of authentic Polish delights, this culinary experience is a delightful exploration of Eastern Europe cuisine. Helmed by guest Chefs- Chef Mariusz Olechno and Chef Marcin Budynek, guests can look forward to the traditional Polish favorites (such as Beef Tartare with Egg Yolk Emulsion, Roast Salmon with Asparagus Velouté, Beef Stroganoff with Drop Noodles, Seabass in Polish sauce, Pierogi with Cheese and many more) that Poland has to offer.

Spirit of Poland @ Cafe 168 G Hotel

- 17th to 19th May 2024 (Fri to Sun) from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm

- RM188 nett per person & RM118 nett per senior citizen & RM84 per child

- Add On RM88 nett for Free Flow of House Beer and Wine

Many Thanks to G Hotel Penang for hosting us

Ruo Tea 若水植物茶間 @ Pulau Tikus, Penang.

Far from sad mock meats and unnecessary carbs, Ruo Tea 若水植物茶間 at Pulau Tikus is a meatless restaurant that churns out wholesome plant-based dishes with amazing flavors. Found in one of the houses along Persiaran Midlands, Ruo Tea has no fancy signage or exterior. But the interior decor exudes a calm, meditative vibe; the restaurant is covered in wood shades with a corner dedicated for Chinese calligraphy. Seats are limited in the restaurant and may be less accommodating for larger groups, reservations are highly recommended. The restaurant churns out a Chinese menu, with a Taiwanese-twist. Interestingly, the restaurant has a few rules that diners need to follow (refer to the below photos) and the restaurateur expects the diners to understand before dining in the restaurant (not necessary a bad thing as it gives the necessary space to other diners). We were super happy and satisfied with the food quality (despite the long wait/ do not visit if you are in a rush); Ruo Tea could be one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Penang (in our opinion) that deserves a Michelin-award. Do give it a try if you are up for a meatless meal.

Moku By Bijou Coffee @ Nagore Road, Georgetown, Penang.

Previously occupying a small space at Transfer Road, Bijou Coffee has since relocated to Nagore Road and named the new place- Moku By Bijou Coffee... offering more food variety and a bigger space for diners. The place offers a Japanese-influenced menu now, with items like Onigiri, Ochazuke, Donburi and Japanese-style Salad. It has a standard cafe setting, air-conditioned and definitely cozier than before. The price range can be quite wide for the food with Ochazuke ranges from Rm18 to Rm40.

Sea, Salt, Fire Seafood Buffet @ Sago, Penang Marriott Hotel.

Discover an exquisite seafood buffet experience at Penang Marriott Hotel as the hotel rolls out its latest Seafood Buffet promotion- 'Sea, Salt, Fire Seafood Buffet Dinner'. Treat yourself to a lavish spread of oceanic delights meticulously crafted by the culinary team, the themed buffet dinner is available on Fridays and Saturdays from 3 May to 6 July 2024. Highlights include an array of Seafood dishes, including but not limited to house-smoked Salmon, fresh Shell-Out Wok delights etc. It is also noteworthy that guests whom pay at least one day before dine-in will enjoy 25% discount off the bill. 

Sea, Salt, Fire Seafood Buffet

- 3 May to 06 Jul 2024 from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM

- Level 2 of Penang Marriott Hotel, "Sago" Restaurant

- RM198 nett per person & RM99 nett per senior citizen or per child

- Pay at least ONE DAY before dine-in and enjoy 25% discount

Many Thanks to Penang Marriott Hotel for hosting us

[Food Guide] Itinerary to Da Nang (岘港)/ Hoi An (会安古城), Vietnam (越南) 2024.

Low-cost, good food and many places of interest are some of the reasons why Malaysians choose to travel to Da Nang; in addition to that- there are 3 airlines offering direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Da Nang (namely AirAsia, Batik Air and Malaysia Airlines). The flight time is approximately 3 hours from Kuala Lumpur. Nestled along the central coast of Vietnam, Da Nang is in a strategic location to allow tourists make short trips to Hoi An, Hue and Bana Hills. 

Fun Fact: Da Nang is like a small Korean town, the place is thronged with Korean tourists and you will find signages in Korean language every where. For a moment, we thought Da Nang was colonized by Korean.

The Hilltop Thai Tom Yam Restaurant 山顶美景泰国料理 @ Bukit Mertajam, Penang.

You would probably realize The Hilltop Thai Tom Yam Restaurant 山顶美景泰国料理 when you drive along Jalan Kulim (near to the Machang Bubuk junction), the Thai restaurant has been around for a while. The whole area consists of 2 restaurants (Hilltop Thai Restaurant is one while the other one being a Hotpot restaurant), a Guava Farm and some homestay houses. Follow the signage and drive until the end, you will find the Thai restaurant on your right. The menu features a big Thai menu with many familiar Thai delights. Prices are of standard range but it is worth mentioning that the place does not offer alcohol. Air-conditioned room is available with limited seats so it is always a good idea to make reservation if you would prefer to be seated in the air-conditioned room.