Facebook is a wonderful thing, we use it quiet a lot in Malaysia , especially in Penang. We get live feed on what people are eating, what restaurants are open, whats closed, whats good and what NOT to try. If it weren’t for my friend Jo (Eccentric Fadlin on FB) , and his persistent postings, I…
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It’s really a Restaurant Review : When Fusion is in your DNA : Baba Nyonya culture is like a tropical Narnia on steroids
The Baba Nyonya culture belongs to a very interesting group of people, their DNA is so colourful and vibrant. They usually come from a line of estbalished well-to-do families, they carry themselves as amabssadors of thier own blood line and heritage. They are wanderlusters by nature, absorbing all they come across and adopting the best…
Restaurant Review: At Chok Dee Thai
This here, is where we go , at least once a month, when we’re all in town. There are usually 6 of us, sometimes 8 , if we can manage to sync our calendars. At Chok Dee Thai Restaurant , its a family affair (friends who have become family). A handful of round tables scatter the dining room,…
Penang’s Famous Laksa is at Air Itam (Hitam), whether you like it or not.
Oh… you’ll be in hot soup if you already have set expectations of this local eatery. Clear your mind of any conventional street food experience. Here is Penang’s famous Laksa, even those who prefer their own recipes will have to admit that Air Itam (also spelled “Air Hitam” ) is THE place for the best introduction. No one…
