In addition to the “so-called Chinese” takeaway food, like the BBQ Chicken …
… and the Black Pepper Chicken …
… the aptly named Asian Take Away in Gwynneville also serves something more authentic.
For example, the Five Spice Eggs and the Five Spice Beef.
At $8.00 per dish, they are definitely a bargain for everyone!!
The Asian Take Away
164 Gipps Road, Gwynneville, NSW 2500, Australia.
+61 2 4228 3818
Voted as the “King of Chicken Rice” in Guang Ming King of Hainanese Chicken Rice Trophy Challenge, Fatty Loh is one of the most popular places for chicken rice in Penang.
Once operated in a shack that has given way to development, this over 30 year old establishment had since moved to a shop with a $20,000 statue for the Fatty Loh moniker.
Unlike a normal restaurant, customers are expected to order at the stalls before being seated.
Since they were voted the King of Chicken Rice, of course, we had to try their chicken.
In addition, we also had the roast pork and BBQ pork.
With that, came our complimentary soup and rice.
Although they were also known as the “Champion of North Malaysia” (as shown on the plaque), …
… I reckon that they did poorly with the chicken, compared to Taiping’s Kok Beng, which is also one of the top 20 King of Hainanese chicken rice in Malaysia (note: Taiping is also part of North Malaysia). I guess, the only dish that could probably win over Kok Beng is their roast pork.
But the highlight of my visit, also the funniest moment for me, was the waitress’ shocked reaction when I told her that I want a takeaway with the roast and BBQ pork only, and without the chicken!! Maybe I was the first customer to say that? LOL!!!
Fatty Loh Chicken Rice
21, Jalan Fettes, Fettes Park, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Penang, Malaysia.
+60 4 899 0888
Possibly the cheapest meal that I have ever had in a hotel restaurant, Kopi Tiam (located at the lobby of the Bayview Hotel Georgetown) offers a set lunch menu that includes a soup, three home cooked dishes, rice and dessert for only RM9.90 per person.
Known as the Tiffin Delights, we were also informed that the menu changes daily.
During our visit, the three dishes that were served in a tiffin included the Sambal Long Beans …
… Sweet and Sour Fish …
… and Black Pepper Chicken.
And the soup of the day was the Corn and Vegetable soup.
As for the dessert, we were served a mini scoop of chocolate ice cream.
While I reckon that the set lunch is value for money, it was slightly disappointing that the dishes were a little cold. Maybe they should warm the food a little longer before serving.
Kopi Tiam
Level 1, Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang, 25-A Farquhar Street, 10200 Penang, Malaysia.
+60 4 263 3161
Chai Kueh or Vegetable Dumpling is a typical Chinese snack that is popular among the Teochews. The skill in making Chai Kueh lies in the skin as to achieve the soft, chewy and translucent-like sheen.
One of the famous places to have Chai Kueh is at Tanjung Piandang, Perak. More specifically, at Kedai Kopi Lee King.
While some may argue that the Chai Kuehs in Jawi, Penang are more famous, I prefer Tanjung Piandang’s version. At least, the skin is much thinner.
Besides the Ku Chai (Chinese chive) version, Lee King also offers Chai Kuehs with Mang Kuang (jicama) …
… and Orh (yam) as fillings. Definitely my first time seeing and tasting one with yam!!
The verdict, I still reckon that the Chai Kuehs in Taiping taste better!! If those in Jawi and Tanjung Piandang could make the skin even thinner, I am sure they will be as good too!!
But, if we were to put those “famous” claims aside, I think the actual highlight of my meal at Kedai Kopi Lee King is the Orh Ni (yam paste). Yummy!!
Kedai Kopi Lee King (next to Public Bank)
Jln Piandang 1, Taman Piandang Indah, 34250 Tanjung Piandang, Perak, Malaysia.
Listed as one of the world’s 50 most delicious food by CNN Go, the asam laksa is a sour, fish-based soup normally served with thick rice noodles. In Malaysia, variants of asam laksa include the famous Penang Laksa and Perlis Laksa, to the lesser known Kedah Laksa, Ipoh Laksa and Kuala Kangsar Laksa.
But guess which variant that we liked the most? None of the above!!
Among Taiping folks, everyone tends to agree that the best laksa is from Ho Z at Pokok Assam, Taiping!!! Once a small hawker stall at the Pokok Assam Market, it has now relocated to a new premise two blocks down the road.
And of course, their ais kacang is always a nice complement to the hot and sour laksa!!
Ho Z Laksa
Corner Jalan Ong Hup and Lorong 8, Pokok Assam, 34000 Taiping, Perak, Malaysia.
One of the famous things about Ipoh, Perak is the rivalry between opposite neighbours, Ming Court and Foh San. While both also claim to serve authentic Hong Kong dim sum, it is Ming Court that we always frequent.
Among our favourites include their range of dumplings, such as the Siu Mai and Har Gow.
Their Saito fish balls are something not to be missed too.
Of course, there’s always the “sort of compulsory” Char Siew and Chicken buns to make our meal more filling.
And if that’s not enough, there’s always the Chee Cheong Fun.
Last but not least, some desserts, such as the Sesame Balls, Fried Carrot Cake, Muar Chee, and Tau Fu Fa, for the sweet tooth.
I guess, the main attraction of Ming Court is their bite size servings. The dim sums over in Foh San tend to be a lot larger, like those available in Australia, which sometimes, just spoil the taste.
Ming Court Hong Kong Tim Sum
32-36, Jalan Leong Sin Nam, 30300 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia.
+60 5 255 7134
While passing by Gurun, Kedah, we decided to stop by at Lim Teik Sun for lunch.
Among the signature dishes of this hidden gem in Guar Chempedak includes the Bitter Gourd Soup ...
… Radish Soup …
… Braised Pork Knuckles …
… Teo Chew-styled Steamed Fish ...
… and Stir-fried Tofu with Leak.
Although it is a very traditional establishment that still uses the owner’s name for the shop, the amount of customers dining in just show how popular Lim Teik Sun is among the locals.
Lim Teik Sun
Stall 3, Corner Jalan Tandop and Jalan Yan, 08800 Guar Chempedak, Kedah, Malaysia.
+60 4 4688299
