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		<title>Malabar Restaurant &#8211; The Marriage of Thai and Nyonya Cuisine</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 02:21:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are too many restaurants claimed to be authentic Thai or even Nyonya in Penang. However, have you ever tried the marriage of Thai and Nyonya food? If this is something new to you, you will be thrilled to find out this place in the heart of the Georgetown. Going to this place you will need [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are too many restaurants claimed to be authentic Thai or even Nyonya in Penang. However, have you ever tried the marriage of Thai and Nyonya food?</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Melabar_Restaurant1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>If this is something new to you, you will be thrilled to find out this place in the heart of the Georgetown. Going to this place you will need to get to Penang road first. Once you reach the left junction to Chulia Street, the left junction just after the Chulia Street will be Jalan Kumpung Melabar. Drive until the end of Jalan Kumpung Melabar and Malabar Restaurant will be on the last left corner.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill2.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The interior of the restaurant is also in a fusion style. It looks like a very normal restaurant. The owner must be a dog lover as you can see there are some cute dog pictures on the wall.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill3.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Lobak &#8211; RM8.00</strong>, the pork was cut into small pieces and marinated with five spices flour. They were wrapped in bean curd sheet then deep fried before served.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill5.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Serving lobak with chili sauce and cucumber is a good combination. However, the texture of the lobak was a bit dry.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill4.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Deep Fried Belacan Chicken &#8211; RM12.00</strong>, small pieces of chicken were marinated with belacan and deep fried until golden brown. They were served together with prawn crackers which is a traditional way of serving fried chicken in restaurants.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill7.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>This dish perfectly fits those who like salty taste. For me, I personally love the taste of the belacan chicken here.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill8.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Pork Trotters with Vinegar &#8211; RM16.00</strong>, the pork trotters were boiled with black vinegar, it was also added with some ginger for some extra flavoring.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill9.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The taste of the pork trotters was sourish and slightly sweet. I love the taste of this dish as it reminded me of my grandma. However, considering the portion served at such price, it is considered on the high side.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill10.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Asam Pedas Ikan &#8211; RM8.00</strong>, fish cooked in sourish assam soup which was full of pineapple cubes and curry flower slices. It was then topped with some mint leaves.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill11.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The taste of sourish, spicy and sweetness blended very well together and it was a very appetizing dish indeed.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill12.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Chicken Soup with Herbs &#8211; RM26.00</strong>, The chicken was double-boiled with dong gui (chinese angelica root), wolfberries, dried longan, mushroom, chestnuts and chinese dried dates, it was then sprinkled with coriander.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill13.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The taste of the soup was on the sweet side due to most of the ingredients contained the natural sweetness. It would make this dish better if some salt were added. The chicken meat was a bit dry. In my opinion it should be wrapped and cooked in an aluminium foil.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill14.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Whole Leg Thai-Style Roast Chicken &#8211; RM11.50</strong>, the chicken leg was marinated with spices and chili powder and it was roast until golden.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill15.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The taste of the roast chicken was slightly spicy and sour. For me the price of this roast chicken was on the high side considering the portion of the serving was not big.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill16.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Fried Kang Kong &#8211; RM9.00</strong>, the water spinach was pan fried with sambal.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill17.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The taste of the pan fried kang kung was very ordinary and usual.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill18.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Braised Garlic Pepper Pork Ribs &#8211; RM7.50 (S) / RM14.00 (R)</strong>, the pork ribs were marinated with home made spices that consisted of garlic and pepper and it was braised until soft and tender.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill19.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The taste of the pork ribs didn&#8217;t really contain any garlic or pepper taste. It is not really my cup of tea.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill20.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Otak-Otak - RM4.00 each</strong>. The fish was cut into fillet and placed onto a “Kado” leaf. On top of the fish was a custard made from egg, turmeric, coconut milk and spices. It was then steamed to perfection.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill6.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>This dish was great and I love this a lot.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill21.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Stir Fried Thai-Style Mayonnaise Prawns with Broccoli &#8211; RM22.00</strong>, the prawns were first stir fried and then cooked with mayonnaise and filled with broccoli.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill22.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The cooking method was not an authentic Thai style. I never had any Thai dishes cooked with mayonnaise before . This is also not my cup of tea.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill24.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Malabar Belanda Eggs – RM4.50</strong>, the eggs were perfectly cooked and the yolks were still in liquefied texture, they were then topped with fried onions and green chili slices. Finally the dish was completed with soy sauce and some lea and perrins sauce.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill23.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>This is one of my favorites as it is simple yet delicious.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill25.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Thai-Style Beef Koay Teow – RM9.50</strong>,  the beef koay teow was cooked with bean curd, beef ball, beef slices and also Thai basil leaves.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill26.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The portion of this beef koay teow was very generous but the taste was on the salty side.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill27.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Pumpkin in Coconut Milk Custard – RM4.50</strong>. The pumpkin was cut into slices and cooked with coconut milk custard.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill30.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The custard was full of pumpkin flavor and it tasted sweet and rich. It would be perfect if the sweetness level can be reduced by half.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill31.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<div><strong>Kasturi Lime With Sour Plum Drink &#8211; RM2.80</strong>. The pickled lime was mixed with sour plum.</div>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill28.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>A very refreshing and appetizing drink.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/malabar_dine_chill29.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Overall, the food here was good and the ambiance here was comfortable. However, the drawback of this place is the parking is always an issue in this area and some of the food items here are slightly expensive.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Editor&#8217;s Review (5 Stars Rank):</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Quick Facts:</strong></span></p>
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<td width="85%">Parking</td>
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<td width="85%">Credit Card</td>
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<td width="85%">Smoking</td>
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<td width="85%">Reservation</td>
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<p><strong>Operation hours:</strong> 11:00am – 10:00pm (Closed on Tuesdays)<br />
<strong>Contact:</strong> 04-263 8266<br />
<strong>Address: </strong>26 &amp; 28, Lebuh Cintra, 10100, Penang<br />
<strong>GPS:</strong> 5° 41&#8242; 86.20&#8243; N, 100° 33&#8242; 38.49&#8243; E</p>
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		<title>Koh Low Wan Tan Mee, Yi Garden Cafe (怡园茶室) &#8211; Classical Wan Tan Mee</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:07:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>stevengoh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wan Tan Mee (云吞面) is one of the top 5  Penang food that shouldn&#8217;t be missed. There will always be a wantan mee stall in any food court in Penang as this is a very common food. However, there are not many places in Penang that serve good wantan mee. One of the good wantan [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Wan Tan Mee (云吞面) is one of the top 5  Penang food that shouldn&#8217;t be missed. There will always be a wantan mee stall in any food court in Penang as this is a very common food.</p>
<p>However, there are not many places in Penang that serve good wantan mee. One of the good wantan mee I have spotted in Penang is located at Yi Garden Cafe.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/yi_garden_kow_lou_wan_tan_mee9.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>It is not hard to locate Yi Garden Cafe. If you are driving via Perak Road towards Macalister Road, keep driving and you will pass by a traffic light junction of Anson Road. Keep driving for another 60 meters, you will soon see Red Rock Hotel on your left. Keep driving for another 30 meters, you will soon see Lorong Selamat on your left. Yi Garden is just at the corner of the junction.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/yi_garden_kow_lou_wan_tan_mee7.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Yi Garden is famous for many food. However, for lunch time the only food that is famous is wan tan mee at Hong Kei Wan Tan Mee, aka Koh Low &#8216;tall guy&#8217; Wan Tan Mee. The reason for calling Koh Low Wan Tan Mee is because the owner of this stall is a very tall guy.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/yi_garden_kow_lou_wan_tan_mee6.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Wan Tan Mee &#8211; RM4.00</strong>, the wantan mee was cooked with slices of black mushrooms, veggie and also some barbecue pork slices. It was then topped with few pieces of wantan (pork dumpling).</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/yi_garden_kow_lou_wan_tan_mee3.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The noodle was very springy. The barbecue pork slices were so nice in aroma. The dumpling was very tasty as you will taste the minced meat, spring onions and some chopped water chestnuts. It is the classical type of wantan mee.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/yi_garden_kow_lou_wan_tan_mee4.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Shui Gao &#8211; RM1.20 per piece</strong>, it is also known as shrimp dumpling. The main ingredient of this dumpling was shrimps, then filled with minced meat, water chestnut, mushrooms and carrots.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/yi_garden_kow_lou_wan_tan_mee2.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The shrimps were fresh and tasty. The bite of the shrimps, minced meat and water chestnut were incredible. It had the combination of hard and soft texture. The shrimp dumplings were also covered with a touch of Chinese fragrant wine.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/yi_garden_kow_lou_wan_tan_mee5.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Overall the taste of the wantan mee was nice. Both the dumplings (pork and shrimp) were delicious. There are plenty of public and private parking lots around. However, the drawback is the price of the wantan mee here is considered one of the most expensive ones in Penang.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Editor&#8217;s Review (5 Stars Rank):</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Quick Facts:</strong></span></p>
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<p><strong>Operation hours:</strong> 12:00noon – 11:00pm (Close on Sunday)<br />
<strong>Contact:</strong> -<br />
<strong>Address:</strong> Corner of Jalan Macalister and Lorong Selamat<br />
<strong>GPS:</strong> 5° 24&#8242; 98.50&#8243; N, 100° 19&#8242; 44.60&#8243; E</p>
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		<title>Lim Aik Chew, Nibong Tebal &#8211; Hidden and Classical Penang Food</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 01:28:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>stevengoh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many people keep asking where to find hidden and classical place for Penang food. Actually there are a lot of well known places around Penang that are not published. For those who followed my previous post, you will notice I had written about  Lean Hup Bee, which is also one of the hidden classical Penang [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many people keep asking where to find hidden and classical place for Penang food. Actually there are a lot of well known places around Penang that are not published. For those who followed my previous post, you will notice I had written about  <a href="http://www.stevengoh.com/2011/11/29/lean-hup-bee-butterworth-dedicated-home-style-cooking/">Lean Hup Bee</a>, which is also one of the hidden classical Penang <em>kopitiams</em>.</p>
<p>This round, one of the great hidden classical places that I am introducing is Lim Aik Chew which is famous for its fresh water prawn dish. However, to get to this place is not as easy as  1,2,3. For those that have GPS, it would be better for you to use that to navigate to the place.,Else you need know how to get to Jalan Ooi Kar Seng towards Taman Nibong Tebal Jaya. From there keep driving until you come to right junction that leads to Jalan Victoria. Drive along the road and follow the curve to a T-junction. Turn right to Jalan Atas and look out for Lim Aik Chew on your left.</p>
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<p>Lim Aik Chew, is a humble coffee shop that has been in business for ages. It is always packed with visitors from all around the country.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/lim_aik_chew1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>If you plan to visit this place during weekends, you need to call to make a reservation. If not you will need to stand and wait for available seats.</p>
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<p>Usually the tables are arranged until outside of the shop. But still there isn&#8217;t enough place for incoming customers.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/lim_aik_chew4.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Kopi-O &#8211; RM0.80</strong>. One of the main attractions here was the Kopi-O. The kopi-O was very thick and full of aroma. For coffee lovers, this is a must try-out.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/lim_aik_chew5.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Salt Water/ Fresh Water Prawn Cooked in Curry &#8211; RM36.00</strong>, the curry prawn cooked with fresh water prawns was the main attraction. However due to unavailability we ordered salt water prawns. The prawns were cooked with thick  aromatic curry. They were cooked together with herbs and onion slices.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/lim_aik_chew9.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>If you get the chance, try out the fresh water prawns as I had been told that the flesh of fresh water prawns were sweeter and the head of the prawns were also bigger compared to salt water prawns. Fresh water prawn were high in demand and were selling like hot cake. If you are late, there will only be salt water prawns as a replacement. The whole dish was full of curry aroma with a combination of hot, spicy and slightly salty taste.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/lim_aik_chew10.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Red Fish in 3 Flavored Curry &#8211; RM27.00,</strong> the red snapper was first deep fried and then topped with spicy hot curry. The curry was mixed with onion slices.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/lim_aik_chew7.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The taste of the curry was spicy, sour and sweet. Therefore the name of this fish is called 3-flavored curry. The texture of the fish was very crunchy as it was deep fried. The combination of the curry and the deep fried fish was great.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/lim_aik_chew8.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Roti &#8211; RM1.60</strong>, The bread here was OEM and the portion catered for 4 pax.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/lim_aik_chew6.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Instead of the usual rice with dishes, you can order bread to go with the dishes.   The combination was very unique.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/lim_aik_chew11.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Fried Vegetable &#8211; RM5.00</strong>, slices of cabbage were mixed pan fried with carrot and onions.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/lim_aik_chew12.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The taste of the mixed veggie was very common and it was indeed a regular type of dish that we always order from any restaurants around.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/lim_aik_chew13.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Overall, the taste of the food here was more than good. The way food was cooked and prepared was very unique. However, the price of the food was overpriced, considering the ambiance of the coffeeshop. The parking here will also be a headache as not there were not many places available to park.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Editor&#8217;s Review (5 Stars Rank):</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Quick Facts:</strong></span></p>
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<p><strong>Operation hours:</strong> 11:00am – 6:00pm (7 days a week)<br />
<strong>Contact:</strong> 04-593 2957<br />
<strong>Address:</strong>436,Tanjong Berembang, Nibong Tebal, 14310 Penang<br />
<strong>GPS:</strong> 5° 15&#8242; 07.53&#8243; N, 100° 46&#8242; 25.67&#8243; E</p>
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		<title>Lean Hup Bee, Butterworth &#8211; Dedicated Home Style Cooking</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 14:54:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>stevengoh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Home style cooking always makes me think of my grandma. I love the traditional coffee shop which preserve the olden days of cooking and food. One of the places that still serves old style home cooking is no other than Restaurant Lean Hup Bee,  联合美. This restaurant has been expanding from 1 shop at first to 2 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Home style cooking always makes me think of my grandma. I love the traditional coffee shop which preserve the olden days of cooking and food.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee13.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>One of the places that still serves old style home cooking is no other than Restaurant Lean Hup Bee,  联合美.</p>
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<p>This restaurant has been expanding from 1 shop at first to 2 shops today. You can still find the old sign board hanging in front of their right entrance which has been up for decades.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee14.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>It is not hard to locate this place. If you are driving from Penang using ferry, you will see a traffic light junction once you are out of the ferry. Turn right at the traffic light into the one way street of Jalan Pantai. You will see there is Esso petrol station on your left. Keep driving for 80 meters and you will on see a row of shop houses on your right. Lean Hup Bee is in between the shop houses.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee16.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Pig&#8217;s Trotter Cooked in Soya Sauce</strong>, braised until the pig trotter is soft and it is then cooked with home-mixed soy sauce.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The trotter tasted so soft and it was well marinated. In fact, the fragrance of the toy sauce blended well into the meat. When placed the meat and the lard into your mouth, the lard melted in your mouth and at the same time you could still feel the meat texture as well. The combination was simply divine.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee2.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Fried Stuffed Fish with Sambal</strong>, this dish is also known as rempah tumis ikan. The fish was stuffed with sambal and some spices. It was then cooked and served with dark soy sauce.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee7.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>This is also one of the signature dishes. The rempah (spices) was very strong in aroma while the taste of the fish blended in very well with the rempah. The uniqueness of this dish was serving with dark soy sauce. Usually in other places the sambal fish would not be served with dark sauce. However, it was a very unique dish indeed.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee8.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Cucumber Slices Cooked in Sour Curry</strong>, the cucumber was cut into slices and cooked with prawns and also sour curry.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee3.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>This was a very appetising dish. The curry was very delicious and it was not very thick. The taste of the curry was sour, sweet and spicy.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee4.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Pan Fried Bean Curd</strong>, the bean curd was pan-fried together with chilli slices and some spring onions.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee5.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>It was a very simple yet delicious dish. It doesn&#8217;t need any fancy spices nor sauces to complement this. The dish only needs some onions, ginger and soy sauce and it will be marvellous.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee6.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Pan fried bitter gourd with soy paste</strong>, the bitter gourd was cut into slices and fried with pickled soy beans.<img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee9.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The bitter gourd tasted nice as the bitterness was not too heavy while the pickled soy bean sauce blended very well with the vege. It was a very pleasant dish.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee10.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Salty Pickled Veggie Soup</strong>, the pickled branch of the veggie was preserved in a salt mug and before being washed and cut into slices. It is usually served together with pork slices in a soup.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee11.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The taste of the soup was not over salty and can be treated as stater of a meal due to its appetizing taste.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lean_hup_bee12.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Overall, the total bill for the above meal <strong>was RM38</strong>. The dining experience here was acceptable while the taste of the food was excellent. I would definitely make a come back for lunch. There are plentiful of parking slots available just in front of the coffee shop.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Editor&#8217;s Review (5 Stars Rank):</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Quick Facts:</strong></span></p>
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<p><strong>Operation hours:</strong> 9:00am – 3:30pm (Close on Sunday &amp; Public Holiday)<br />
<strong>Contact:</strong> 016-477 0660<br />
<strong>Address:</strong>28 &amp; 30, Jalan Pantai, 12000 Butterworth, Penang<br />
<strong>GPS:</strong> 5° 39&#8242; 86.96&#8243; N, 100° 36&#8242; 58.79&#8243; E</p>
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		<title>Barkath Stall, Tanjung Bungah &#8211; Great Mee Goreng &amp; Mee Rebus</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 07:02:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>stevengoh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many suggestions on where to get the best Mee Goreng and Mee Rebus in Penang. Some said at Bangkok Lane, while some even said at Esplanade. In fact, besides those places there is another place recommended by many Penangites. The mentioned stall is located at Tanjung Bungah. This place is slightly hidden from [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are many suggestions on where to get the best Mee Goreng and Mee Rebus in Penang. Some said at Bangkok Lane, while some even said at Esplanade. In fact, besides those places there is another place recommended by many Penangites.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/barkath_stall_mee_goreng_rebus5.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The mentioned stall is located at Tanjung Bungah. This place is slightly hidden from the main road. If you are driving via Jalan Tanjung Bungah to Batu Ferringhi, you will sure bypass Jalan Lumbah Permai on your left and you will see Maybank situated in one of the shoplots. Keep driving straight along Jalan Tanjung Bungah until you reach Jalan Chan Siew Teong on your left. Turn into Jalan Chan Siew Teong and you should see a coffee shop called Kwong Ban Lee on the far end of the shop houses. Just next to the coffee shop is Pasar Mini Tedjen. The stall that sells Mee Goreng and Mee Rebus is just in front of the coffee shop.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/barkath_stall_mee_goreng_rebus4.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Barkath is one of the few stalls in the coffee shop. Barkath has been operating the stall for 10 years.</p>
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<p>Barkath Stall was initially located at Jalan Tanjong Bungah and has just moved to this coffee shop 6 months ago.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/barkath_stall_mee_goreng_rebus6.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Barkath Stall is not only selling Mee Goreng and Mee Rebus, but also pasembur, roti canai, murtabak, tosai and capati.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/barkath_stall_mee_goreng_rebus1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<ul>
<li>Mee Goreng/ Mee Rebus, Regular &#8211; RM3.50</li>
<li>Mee Goreng/ Mee Rebus, Large &#8211; RM6.00</li>
<li>Mee Sotong, Regular &#8211; RM6.00</li>
</ul>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/barkath_stall_mee_goreng_rebus2.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Mee Goreng, Regular &#8211; RM3.50</strong>. The mee goreng was stir-fried in semi-dried style, topped with fried onions, bean sprouts, chili slices, spring onions, squids, deep fried flour cakes and a slice of lime.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/barkath_stall_mee_goreng_rebus7.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The texture of the noodle was very springy and the taste of the noodle was just as excellent. It was neither too sweet nor salty. The pan fried aroma was very tempting. The spiciness level was just nice and acceptable. This is in fact one of the best Mee Goreng in Penang.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/barkath_stall_mee_goreng_rebus8.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Mee Rebus, Regular &#8211; RM3.50</strong>. As for mee rebus, it was cooked with 1 boiled egg, squids, deep fried flour cakes, bean sprouts, chili slices, spring onions and a slice of lime.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/barkath_stall_mee_goreng_rebus9.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The mee rebus was not as tasty as the mee goreng. The gravy was thick and not too spicy. Overall, the mee rebus is considered acceptable. I still prefer the mee goreng.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/barkath_stall_mee_goreng_rebus10.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Overall, the taste of mee goreng here was excellent whereas the mee rebus was acceptable. The price was inexpensive and the portion given was generous too. There are a lot of parking lots just around the shop houses. The only drawback is this place is very hot during noon and afternoon.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Editor&#8217;s Review (5 Stars Rank):</strong></span></p>
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<td width="85%">Parking</td>
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<p><strong>Operation hours:</strong> 12:00noon – 7:00pm (Closed on Tuesdays)<br />
<strong>Contact:</strong> 016-455 5102<br />
<strong>Address: </strong>1-0-9, Jalan Chan Siew Teong, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Penang<br />
<strong>GPS:</strong> 5° 46&#8242; 41.03&#8243; N, 100° 28&#8242; 17.72&#8243; E</p>
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		<title>Soy &amp; Sesame Restaurant, G Hotel &#8211; Ultimate Business Class Dinning</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Oct 2011 16:46:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>stevengoh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[G Hotel is one of the most stylish hotel in Penang. G Hotel emerges as an urban icon at the hustling and bustling of Gurney Drive. This hotel is specially dedicated to business class clients. One of the attractive and delicate dining spots in G Hotel is Soy and Sesame Kitchen. Soy offers a scrumptious wide [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>G Hotel is one of the most stylish hotel in Penang. G Hotel emerges as an urban icon at the hustling and bustling of Gurney Drive. This hotel is specially dedicated to business class clients. One of the attractive and delicate dining spots in G Hotel is Soy and Sesame Kitchen.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy26.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Soy offers a scrumptious wide selection of tempting delicacies that are moderately priced. The menu offered here at Soy is a luscious fusion of Asian delights.  From the exotic flavours of Vietnam, Hong Kong, Thailand, Taiwan, Korean, Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia. Soy Kitchen is able to cater for about 64 pax.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy17.jpg" alt="" /></p>
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<p>The corridor from Soy to Sesame Kitchen.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy20.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>While Soy is somewhat casual, Sesame is the more formal of the two. The decoration is done in rich shades of mahogany brown. This place can cater for 67 pax.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy19.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>There are also private rooms for VIP.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy18.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Instead of Sesame, this round the focus will be on Soy Kitchen. The dishes of the month is TAIPEI SPECIALTY CUISINE. The offer for business set lunch is RM30.</p>
<p>The set consisted of the following dishes.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy10.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The offer of the selection will be on any 2 dishes selected, served with either steamed rice or fried riced and soup or dessert of the day.</p>
<p><strong>Soup of the day -</strong> The soup that I had on that day was white radish and carrot soup. The soup was full of seafood flavor and the fragrance was so delicate.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Chilled Braised Bean Curd &amp; Century Egg</strong>, The bean curd was braised in soy sauce and served together with black fungus, sprinkled with sesame and garnished with coriander. The century egg accompanied with the dish was topped with caviar.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy12.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Taiwanese Stewed Rice with Minced Meat and Mushroom</strong>, the minced meat and mushrooms were finely-chopped and cooked with bean paste. It was placed on top of the rice which made the rice more fragrant and delicious.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy13.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The option of steamed rice or fried rice. Personally I prefer the rice to be fried rather than steamed.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy22.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Snake Beans in Shrimp Paste &amp; Beef Brisket Slices</strong>, the snake bean was cut into few inches long and stir-fried with beef brisket slices and some shrimp paste. This is one of the simplest yet delicious dish. The stir-fried was done on a moderate fire, yet it managed to create pan-fried flavour. The beef brisket slices was full of flavor and were very delicious.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy3.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Steamed Snapper Fillet</strong>, the snapper fillet was steamed with high-quality soy sauce and topped with soy bean curd crumbs, coriander and cushioned with angled luffa slices. The fish really tasted fresh and the best thing about this dish was it was poured with high-quality superior soy sauce. The texture of the meat was very smooth until it sometimes slipped through your throat before you managed to take a bite on it.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy6.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>JIN DOU CHICKEN</strong>, the chicken was cut into pieces and cooked with black vinegar, plum sauce, tomato sauce, honeydew melon, capsicum slices, onion slices and garnished with lettuce. This dish was delicious and appetizing. It was not spicy at all and suited for non-spicy lovers.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy5.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Crispy Snapper Fillet</strong>, the snapper fillet was battered and fried in red curry sauce, then completed with cherry tomatoes, pineapple cubes and topped with coriander. This was a crispy and sourish type of dish. It was a very different style of presentation compared to the usual steamed snapper. This dish tasted nice and unique.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy9.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Hunan Style Beef Cubes</strong>, the beef cubes were pan fried with starch, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, pepper and Chinese rice wine. The was a very peppery and starchy dish. Usually, I&#8217;m not a pepper lover. Surprisingly it tasted nice and is one of my favorite dishes.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy7.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Stewed Bean curd</strong>, the bean curd was stewed and  cooked with crab roe and crab meat. It was garnished with coriander. The stewed bean curd was thick yet slightly sweet. It was the usual stewed bean curd with the taste of seafood.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy8.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Braised Moi Choi Duck Breast</strong>,  the duck breast meat was braised with moi choi, added with some chili slices and cushioned with crispy puff pastry. This dish is usual and very common type of moi choi and braised duck breast meat.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy4.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Braised Baby Chinese Cabbage</strong>, the baby chinese cabbage was cooked with dried scallops, wolf berry, enoki and shitake mushroom. This is not my cup of tea, the dish was just average and not up to my expectation.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy2.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Gula Melaka Creme Brulee with Coconut Ice Cream</strong>, the brulee was made of gula melaka and served together with coconut ice cream.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy23.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>This is one of the great desserts I&#8217;ve ever tried. I love the brulee which was full of gula melaka flavor. When the brulee was taken together with the coconut ice cream, it was heavenly dessert.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/g_hotel_sesame_soy25.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Overall, the food here was great. The ambiance here was the selling point. Due to that, the price was slightly on the high side. For those looking for a good atmosphere to have  business luncheon or dinner, this may be your answer.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Editor&#8217;s Review (5 Stars Rank):</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Quick Facts:</strong></span></p>
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<td width="85%">Credit Card</td>
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<p><strong>Operation hours:</strong> 11:00am – 3:00pm (7 days a week)<br />
<strong>Contact:</strong> 04-238 0000<br />
<strong>Address:</strong>168-A, Persiaran Gurney, 10250 Georgetown, Penang<br />
<strong>GPS:</strong> 5° 43&#8242; 78.13&#8243; N, 100° 31&#8242; 06.26&#8243; E</p>
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		<title>Hai Onn Restaurant, Burma Road &#8211; Classical Hainanese Savor</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 02:53:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>stevengoh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A lot of coffee shops and restaurants in Penang are surprisingly owned by Hainanese. In fact, there are many nice Hainanese food served in Penang too. One of the famous, authentic and traditional Hainanese restaurants in town is Hai Onn Restaurant. It is not hard to locate this restaurant. If you are driving to Burma Road via [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A lot of coffee shops and restaurants in Penang are surprisingly owned by Hainanese. In fact, there are many nice Hainanese food served in Penang too.</p>
<p>One of the famous, authentic and traditional Hainanese restaurants in town is Hai Onn Restaurant.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/restoran_hai_onn1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>It is not hard to locate this restaurant. If you are driving to Burma Road via Penang Road (one-way street), you will sure see Hong Leong Bank on your left. The road beside is called Burma Lane, Hai Onn Restaurant is just 2 doors away.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/restoran_hai_onn3.jpg" alt="" /></p>
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<p>The coffee shop is a typical old coffee shop in Penang. It has a very classical and traditional feel. Although this place is not air-conditioned, the food is undoubtedly nice.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/restoran_hai_onn4.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Hainanese Style Chicken Chop &#8211; RM3.80</strong>, the signature dish in this coffee shop and it is one of the cheapest chicken chop in town. The chicken chop was cooked with their signature Hainanese-style gravy and was accompanied by green peas, onions, potatoes and tomatoes.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/restoran_hai_onn5.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The gravy was special and tasted very different from the commercial western food stalls. It did not have the sourly taste from tomato purees . It tasted more like brown sauce, but lighter in texture and taste. I personally love this sauce.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/restoran_hai_onn6.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Hainanese Style Pork Chop &#8211; RM3.80</strong>. Instead of chicken, it was cooked with pork meat. Unlike chicken chop, the pork chop was not battered. The rest of the ingredients were the same.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/restoran_hai_onn7.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The gravy was similar to chicken chop. This is catered for pork lovers.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/restoran_hai_onn8.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Hainanese Style Fried Noodle &#8211; RM3.50/ pax</strong>, the noodle was pan fried with gravy and added with shrimps, pork meat, veggie and some fried onion on top.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/restoran_hai_onn9.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The pan fried aroma of the noodle was very nice and the gravy was well-mixed with the noodle. It was a very nice dish.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/restoran_hai_onn10.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Fried Rice &#8211; RM3.50/ pax</strong>. The rice was fried together with egg, prawn, pork slices and chinese sausage.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/restoran_hai_onn12.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The taste of this fried rice was just the usual fried rice and nothing special about it. This fried rice is catered to those seeking for individual meal or as a supplement for heavy eaters.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/restoran_hai_onn13.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Overall, the food here was very nice and the price was very reasonable and affordable as you can&#8217;t fine such pricing in Penang, especially the chicken chop. Ambiance should not be taken into consideration if you are solely looking for good food. Parking at this restaurant is still a big concern as there are not many lots available around this place.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Editor&#8217;s Review (5 Stars Rank):</strong></span></p>
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<p><strong>Operation hours:</strong> 8:00am – 9:00pm; Kitchen starts at 12:30pm (Closed on Mondays)<br />
<strong>Contact:</strong> 04-227 4751<br />
<strong>Address:</strong>53-55, Burma Road, 10050 Georgetown, Penang<br />
<strong>GPS:</strong> 5° 25&#8242; 04.90&#8243; N, 100° 19&#8242; 73.70&#8243; E</p>
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		<title>Aroy Chang Moo Kata, Pulau Tikus &#8211; Unique Thai BBQ Steamboat</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 01:18:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As per mentioned in my previous post, there are many Thai Restaurants pop out in Pulau Tikus lately. Therefore, Pulau Tikus has become a &#8220;little Thailand&#8221; now. No doubt, there are many Thai Restaurants which started their business in Pulau Tikus. Nevertheless, there is this restaurant that needs to be visited for almost every occasion. This [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As per mentioned in my previous post, there are many Thai Restaurants pop out in Pulau Tikus lately. Therefore, Pulau Tikus has become a &#8220;little Thailand&#8221; now.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>No doubt, there are many Thai Restaurants which started their business in Pulau Tikus. Nevertheless, there is this restaurant that needs to be visited for almost every occasion. This restaurant is Aroy Chang Moo Kata.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata2.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The reason I&#8217;m saying that this place is catering for all occasion is because Penangites simply love steamboat, be it birthday parties, farewells or usual luncheon and dinners.</p>
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<p>Although Aroy Chang Moo Kata is one of the many Steamboat Restaurants in Penang, the distinctive difference here is the steamboat is prepared in Thai style with charcoal.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata4.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Moo Kata Set 2 ~ 3 pax &#8211; RM30; 4 &#8211; 6 pax &#8211; RM60</strong>, this is main attraction and is also my favorite, Moo Kata Thai-style barbecue steamboat.</p>
<p>For the set of 2 ~ 3, you will get below items.</p>
<ul>
<li>Vege basket</li>
<li>Mix Seafood Platter</li>
<li>Fishballs &amp; meatballs platter</li>
<li>Assorted pork</li>
<li>Assortad chicken</li>
<li>Bacon</li>
</ul>
<p>For the set of 4 ~ 6, you will get additional below items too.</p>
<ul>
<li>Japanese Tofu</li>
<li>Egg</li>
<li>Emperor Meatball</li>
</ul>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata26.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>To kick off the Thai BBQ Steamboat, the pork lards were placed on top of the BBQ Charcoal Grill so that it melted and flowed down to the edge of the bbq pan which contained soup.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata27.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>All the items that can be barbecued will be placed on top of the dome-shaped grill whereas items such as vegetables can be dipped into the edge of the pan which contained tasty broth. Compared to other Thai Style Barbecue Steamboat, the broth did not contain MSG and was naturally sweet. This is due to the broth was cooked with veggie, chicken stock and some rock sugar.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata28.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>If you look at the bottom of the pan, you will see charcoal burning.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata31.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Lemongrass Juice &#8211; RM1.50</strong>, the lemongrass juice was also very unique. It contained the strong and aromatic flavour of lemongrass,  with a slight of sourness and sweetness. If you had tasted this drink elsewhere, it only contained bitterness and sourness.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata5.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Somtam, Young Papaya Salad &#8211; RM 8</strong>, the dish was made of slices of papaya, tomato slices, raw long bean, chilies and roasted peanuts and blended with lime juice and a touch of fish sauce. Usually a Thai appetizer comes in 3S, which is sweet, sour and spicy. Somtam is one of the appetizing yet exciting ways to start off your meal.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata8.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Pad Phet &#8211; RM35 ~ 45</strong>, the sea bass was firstly deep fried and covered with spicy gravy. It was garnished with Thai Basil leaves, chili and also spring onions. The level of spiciness was very high, hence it is advisable to be taken with rice.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata9.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Tom Yam Nam Sai - RM 15 ~ 25</strong>, Clear Seafood Tom Yam With Fresh Prawns, Squids and Fish. The soup was covered with slices of tomato, sping onions and coriander.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata12.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Again the spiciness and sourness of this clear soup was towards the extreme level. If you are a spicy lover, please don&#8217;t miss this.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata11.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Cha Om Omelette</strong>,  the egg was beaten with cha om veggie and fried. It served well with Thai chili sauce. The taste of this cha om and fried egg was very nice while the texture was crispy.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata13.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Tamarind Prawns in Basil &#8211; RM 3.50/ pcs</strong>, minimum order of 6 pieces. The prawn were covered with a thin layer of batter and deep fried with Thai Basil leaves. They were then covered with tamarind sauce. The sauce was sourish and contained a slight of sweetness.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata15.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>To me, this was an average dish and nothing much unique about it.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata16.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Larbmoo &#8211; RM12</strong>, fried minced pork with rice flakes. These 2 ingredients were fried together with chili oil, onions and bird eye chilis. The taste is again extremely spicy and hot as well.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata18.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Khoon Ob Woon Sen &#8211; RM15</strong>, the glass noodle was cooked in a pot and placed with prawns and coriander. The glass noodle had absorbed all the sauces and it was very delicious. This was one of the few dishes that was not spicy.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata20.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><strong>Thap Thim Krawp &#8211; RM2.50</strong>, slices of jack fruits mixed with water chestnut and added with red rose syrup and coconut milk. It was a delightful sweet ending.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.stevengoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/aray_chang_moo_kata32.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Overall, the most attractive dish here is the Moo Kata Set. I will come back to this place for this. Most of the food here are reasonably priced and the service is very good. There are plentiful of parking spaces available by the road side provided that it is not the seasonal period of the temple celebration.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Editor&#8217;s Review (5 Stars Rank):</strong></span></p>
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<p><strong>Operation hours:</strong> 11:00am – 2:30pm; 6:00pm &#8211; 11:00pm (Close on Monday)<br />
<strong>Contact:</strong> 010-379 9852 (Jerry Lim)<br />
<strong>Address:</strong>22, Burma Lane, 10250 Georgetown, Penang<br />
<strong>GPS:</strong> 5° 43&#8242; 26.67&#8243; N, 100° 31&#8242; 48.18&#8243; E</p>
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