Claypot Chicken Rice, Jalan Ipoh
This Jalan Ipoh claypot chicken rice was recommended to me by the owner of our regular Chinese tai chow place – he told me he prefers this stall to the one in Pudu. The claypot chicken rice stall has...
View ArticleThe Peranakan Bangsar
The Peranakan Bangsar is one of the newer restaurant additions to Bangsar Baru, offering Malacca-style Peranakan classics, assorted kuih muih and desserts. Being married into a Peranakan family exposed...
View ArticleRestaurant Ye Look, Sri Petaling
Jien and I enjoy discovering new Chinese restaurants, especially the ones with simple ambiance, promising food and reasonable pricing. Restoran Ye Look in Sri Petaling is one of them – we went there...
View ArticleAu Jardin, Penang
Au Jardin in Penang has been making waves ever since they were awarded a Michelin star in December last year – Jien and I dined there two days before the results were announced, picking them over our...
View ArticleRestaurant Twelve Road, Sungai Way
Jien and I would occasionally disagree when it comes to a dish or restaurant, and Restaurant Twelve Road in Sungai Way happen to be one of them. We visited the place twice, first for lunch and later...
View ArticleRestoran Sungai Lembing Baru, Kuantan
Restoran Sungai Lembing Baru in Kuantan was recommended to me by a local – who claims the yong tau fu is from Sungai Lembing itself and noodles are delicious. Jien and I used to frequent the yong tau...
View ArticleWarung Ambo Laman Glenmarie
Kelantan cuisine happens to be one of my favourite cuisines in Malaysia – I especially enjoy the layering and balance of flavours and herbs, plus the richness from the coconut milk used. Warung Ambo...
View ArticleDurbar at FMS, Ipoh
Durbar at FMS in Ipoh was recommended to me by a Facebook follower, who claims the Hainanese chicken chop served is “second to none”. I’ve been on a lookout for classic Hainanese chicken chop so I kept...
View ArticleMr Thai Street Food, Kota Damansara
When it comes to pork-free or halal Thai food that is wallet-friendly, I feel options are plenty but mediocre. That said, I’ve recently been visiting Mr Thai Street Food in Kota Damansara as the food...
View ArticleTwo Frenchies Café Bistro, Penang
Two Frenchies in Penang came highly recommended to us so Jien and I paid them a visit with our little girls in tow. Like the name suggests, French bistro fare is offered and it is one of the better...
View ArticleGerai Makanan Sai Kee, Kuala Lumpur
Sai Kee has been around for more than 60 years – located in one the alleys of Petaling Street Kuala Lumpur. They serve classic Chinese fare that reminds you of home cooking, but with plenty of wok hei....
View ArticleLe Venue, Penang
Le Venue in Penang was recommended to us by a Penangite friend, who claims the food is excellent but steep in price. Since Jien and I are always open to new experiences, we decided to give Le Venue a...
View ArticleYee Fatt Dry Curry Noodle, Ipoh
Yee Fatt Dry Curry Noodles was recommended to me by an Ipoh local – it is said to serve one of the best dry curry noodles in Ipoh. Given its namesake, Jien and I made it a point to drop by for a visit...
View ArticleFLOUR Parivartan
As a fan of FLOUR, I was excited to hear of Chef Yogi’s latest menu – Parivartan. I loved the Aarrambh menu experience and FLOUR Parivartan did not let me down. Inspired by food from India from 1500 AD...
View ArticleKareem Pasembur Rojak, Penang
Pasembur is one of my must-eats in Penang and we recently had a very good one at Kareem Pasembur Rojak. It was recommended to me by my in-laws, who spent more than a week in Penang and stumbled upon...
View ArticleRestoran Buddies, Taman Shamelin Perkasa Cheras
Restoran Buddies came highly recommended by one of my readers, who mentioned the chef was formerly from Overseas Restaurant. Located in Taman Shamelin Perkasa, it’s best to call ahead to book a table...
View ArticleCanvass, Kuala Lumpur
Canvass in Kuala Lumpur has a story to tell – their ethos is to cook sustainably (as zero waste as possible), and the team aims to use almost every part of an ingredient either in the form of food or...
View ArticleChoon Fatt Kopitiam, Kepong
A good friend recommended Choon Fatt Kopitiam in Kepong to me, citing this as her go-to spot for kopitiam fare and egg tarts in KL. She did mention that the queue and crowd can be a pain so Jien and I...
View ArticleSun Fong, Kuantan
Sun Fong in Kuantan is pretty much an institution – a popular dining option among the locals, and often preferred over (what deems to be touristy) Alor Akar Seafood, which I happen to like. Since we...
View ArticleKin Thai, OUG
I’ve read good reviews about Kin Thai in OUG, which far outweighs the negative ones they were given. But being pragmatic, I usually read the not so good ones before moving on to the praises on Google....
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