Hameediyah Restaurant @ Campbell Street, Georgetown, Penang.

Crowned as one of the best Nasi Kandars and the oldest Nasi Kandar establishment in Penang, Hameediyah has been serving gourmands for more than a decade. The restaurant has been churning out delicious curries since 1907... using recipes passed down from previous generations. The proprietor insists on using freshly ground herbs (no commercial paste is used); all Chefs are to follow the recipes and procedures accordingly. At any times, the restaurant would have around 35 types of curries on offer (apart from those made to order dishes on the menu) with their Beef Rendang, Chicken Kapitan, Ayam Bawang amongst the popular options. The good quality control is one of the key reasons that the restaurant could withstand the test of time. Over the years, the restaurant has served customers from all walks of life (both locals and foreigners) and a place for both casual dining or any family occasions. 

Many Thanks to Hameediyah for hosting us that afternoon.

Aboo Backer @ Beach Street, Georgetown, Penang.

You should check out Aboo Backer if you enjoy a freshly made, hot and crispy Roti Canai; the Indian Mamak place is tucked in one of the heritage houses along Beach Street. The place looks inviting from far, with distinctive kampung Malay decoration; before you could step in, the chances of you bumping into the friendly, chatty proprietor are high. He will greet you and later recommend you on a series of their offering... which includes Malaysians' all time favorite delicacies- Roti Canai, Roti Bakar, Nasi Kandar etc. The place is related to Hameediyah, the oldest Nasi Kandar joints in Penang and the proprietor has plans to refurbish the upper floor of this place to a Nasi Kandar museum. Aboo Backer is located at the start of Beach Street, near to Prangin Road.

Buka Puasa Buffet Dinner @ Sarkies, Eastern & Oriental Hotel Penang.

Explosion of buffet places opening up in Penang but Sarkies (of E&O Hotel) remains as one of the well-favored places for buffet. To commemorate the one-month long holy month of fasting, the restaurant debuts a special Buka Puasa Buffet for the month. 

Jamuan Berbuka Puasa: (available from 18 June to 16 July 2015)

6: 30 pm to 10: 30 pm, Monday to Sunday.

RM 128.30 nett (Adult), Rm 55.95 nett (Children)

Many Thanks to Eastern & Oriental Hotel for hosting us that evening.

Teh Tarik

Roti Canai

Roasted Whole Lamb

Hameediyah Restaurant @ Campbell Street, Georgetown, Penang.

Some fans of Hameediyah claimed that the flavors of the spices have tamed over the years but everyone would have to agree that Hameediyah is still one of the best places to enjoy a plate of authentic Penang Nasi Kandar. The 107-year old well-known Indian Muslim restaurant has recently revamped its menu and refurbished the restaurant, giving the public and regular patrons a fresh impression. The new strategy seeks to defy the conventional thinking of Nasi Kandar eateries being unhygienic and unpresentable and Hameediyah is proud to prove that they have done it. The walkway is clear, the toilet is clean, the dining hall is air-conditioned and the servers are friendly. However, the restaurant does not have plans on compromising the flavors; on the contrary, they are bringing back some dishes that have vanished over the years; explained by the management of Hameediyah. Diners can now enjoy the mouth-watering dishes of the yesteryears in a more comfortable and cleaner environment. On a side note, their extended outlet- Hameediyah Tandoori House is few doors away and is especially suitable to accommodate larger groups. 

Many Thanks to Hameediyah for hosting us that evening. 

Jamuan Buka Puasa [Buffet] @ Sarkies, Eastern & Oriental Hotel (E&O Hotel), Penang.

The name Sarkies (of Eastern and Oriental Hotel Penang) is synonymous with good quality and consistently good food. It is again, the time of the year where diners get to indulge in some gloriously good Malay food as the month of Ramadhan ushering in. For the year of 2014, Sarkies of Eastern and Oriental Hotel Penang debuts a series of Ramadhan menu in conjunction to the Puasa month. Diners can look forward to a wide variety of traditional Malay delicacies as well as the regulars' favorite dishes.

Jamuan Buka Puasa: (available from 28th of June to 27th of July 2014)

7 pm to 10: 30 pm, every Sunday to Tuesday.

RM 96++ (Adult), Rm 48++ (Children)

7 pm to 10: 30 pm, every Wednesday to Saturday.

Rm 110++ (Adult), Rm 65++ (Children)

Salam Aidilfitri Hi-Tea: (available on 28th and 29th of July 2014 ONLY)

12 pm to 2:30 pm on Monday (28th of July 2014) AND Tuesday (29th of July 2014) ONLY
Rm 78++ (Adult), Rm 39++ (Children)

Salam Aidilfitri Buffet Dinner: (available on 28th and 29th of July 2014 ONLY)
7 pm to 10: 30 pm.
Rm 110++ (Adult), Rm 65++ (Children)

Many Thanks to Eastern & Oriental Hotel Penang for extending the invitation.

Bintang Rock Buffet 2013 & Rock Platter @ Hard Rock Hotel, Batu Ferringhi, Penang.

Bintang Rock Buffet @ Starz Diner, Hard Rock Hotel Penang.

In conjunction with the fasting month of Ramadhan, Hard Rock Hotel Penang is offering a buffet dinner spread at very affordable prices, the buffet dinner is only available from 9th of July until 9th of August 2013 at their restaurant- Starz Diner. The restaurant opens from 5:30pm every evening but the buffet dinner will only be ready by 6:30pm (until 10:30pm). The buffet dinner is priced at Rm 68++ (per adult) and Rm 34++ (per child); for every booking of 10 diners, the 11th person gets to eat for free during this promotional period of their Ramadhan buffet. 

*Prices are subjected to 10% service charge and prevailing government tax.*

Just to list some of their signature items (will be rotated on a weekly basis):

• Bubur Lambuk (Ramadhan Congee)
• Udang Masak Hijau Putik Pisang (Slow Cooked Spiced Sweet Soy Beef)
• Ketam Masak Kicap (Braised Blue Crab in Turmeric Coconut and Pineapple)
• Pari Assam Pedas (Hot & Sour Stingray Fish, Chili, Okra & Eggplant)
• Assam Laksa Johor (Tamarind Laksa Noodles- the Johor style)
• Sambal Tumis Udang & Petai (Prawn Sambal with Petai)
• Gulai Kambing Serai (Lemongrass Mutton Curry)
• Ayam Percik (Percik Chicken)