Category: Chinese Food
It wasn’t our first time dining on a Dragon-i Set Lunch. Over the years, I’ve enjoyed many meals at this popular Chinese restaurant chain. The food has always been reliably …
Growing up, I never tasted Lei Cha. That’s surprising, considering my Hakka heritage. My mother, a Hakka from Moiyen, hardly emphasized knowing our roots. She was a Moiyen who …
Kokokay Chicken Rice at Tanjung Tokong Food Court is a must-visit for Hainanese chicken rice lovers. I stumbled upon this stall while looking for breakfast one morning. Tucked in …
Nan Yuan Restaurant is among Guangzhou’s prestigious ‘Three Garden Restaurants,’ alongside Yangxi Restaurant and Beiyuan Restaurant. Built in 1958, Nan Yuan specializes in Chaozhounese cuisine. It proudly holds the …
The Seven Restaurant is trendy, so Miss Peggy and I often go there for an early dinner at 5:30 p.m. Personally, this is the earliest I’ll dine out, and …
Ju Xing Home? Are we heading to your friend’s place for dinner?” I asked Irene, genuinely curious. As far as I know, apartments in HK are tiny. Being invited …
Stepping into Shing Kee Congee Noodle, I was transported back in time, waking up for a congee breakfast every morning. The thought of slurping from a big bowl of …
Step into the bustling atmosphere of Australia Dairy Company, and you’ll find yourself immersed in the vibrant energy of a quintessential Cha Chaan Teng (Hong Kong-style café). Australia Dairy …
For over 70 years, Kam’s Roast Goose has been a revered destination in Hong Kong’s heart, adored by locals and visitors alike. This one Michelin star gem, known simply …
Aberdeen Fish Ball King is a go-to local eatery that serves a delicious cheap Hong Kong-style breakfast. The eatery is one of the cheapest stalls in Jordan and has …
“Come to TONG Restaurant in 30 minutes,” Ah Boy said. I knew that whenever Ah Boy brought Ah Girl along, I was in for another impromptu foodie adventure. The …
What To Say When Tossing Yee Sang in 2024? It’s the Lunar New Year and time for the Yee Sang Toss, so what do you say? You’ll want to …
Yes, I finally tried Haidilao with Julie in tow, and we loved it! Penang hot pot restaurants are some of the most popular places to enjoy meals with family …
Starting with the longest Yee Sang Toss, Mercure Penang Beach Media Food Review and Appreciation Dinner was a game-changer in the hotel’s effort to impress corporate customers and the …
Angsana Teluk Bahang recently hosted a Chinese New Year celebration attended by influencers, bloggers, and eminent department heads featuring a Yee Sang Toss, a Set Menu, and a Buffet! …
Cara Caro Cafe, a delightful haven for food enthusiasts, beckons with its alluring charm and unique blend of coffee, pastries, and rice-based meals. The name “Cara Caro” translates to …
When I need peace and quiet, I am drawn to visit Jing Si Books & Café on Beach Street. I worked nearby in the Behn Myer building at Gat …
Xiangshan Fish Steamboat at Gurney Plaza boasts a distinctive wooden barrel steamboat that truly sets it apart from other restaurants! The newly opened Xiangshan (pronounced Xi-ang Sh-an) Fish Steamboat …
One of Penang’s best breakfast joints is the stand-alone Wantan Mee House at 321 Burmah Road, Pulau Tikus. The stand-alone gem, Wantan Mee House, has become one of Penang’s …
Maxim Dim Sum Pekaka is recommended as the first eating pit stop if you have just arrived at Penang Airport. When I picked Wendy, it was another 54 minutes …
Da Shu Xia Seafood House, also known as 海乾大树下海鲜饭店, has an intriguing history. It had humble beginnings as a chu char restaurant located beneath a large, shady tree at …
Floral Dim Sum at Nordin Street, Penang, is one of the prettiest Yum Cha places you can try. Over the years, dim sum has gained a global following as …
Years ago, during a day trip to Kampung Cina in Sitiawan, I had my first dining experience at Restoran Makanan Laut Villa. My companions and I were looking for …
Have You Tried Fried Wantan Mee? If you enjoy Chinese cuisine, you must have tasted Wantan Mee at least once. This delicious egg noodle dish is a staple in …
Back in its heyday, the Foo Heong Restaurant on George Town’s Cintra Street was one of Penang’s most popular Cantonese-style restaurants for a sumptuous dinner. In the evening, regular …
Olive Tree Hotel Lunar New Year 2023 Feast Promo The Olive Tree Hotel in Penang is ready to welcome guests to celebrate the Lunar New Year 2023 with an …
Hop into the Year of the Rabbit with Mercure Penang Beach Hotel’s CNY 2023 Reunion Buffet Dinner And Auspicious Buffet Lunch. It’s that wonderful time of the year when …
The original Sri Siam Fish Head Curry in Butterworth is a household name. Kedai Makanan & Minuman Hong Keat is a neighborhood Kopitiam known for their Yam Rice and …
Xiao Long Kan Hotpot Restaurant Originates From Chengdu, China. For spicy food lovers, the steamboat restaurant is famous for its Mala Hotpot. Penangites love steamboats, as evident in the …
Halal Dim Sum, anyone? Dim sum is a traditional Chinese brunch similar to how the Spanish share tapas. The meal comprises small plates of steamed dumplings, bao, and other …
Every time I pass Dolly Dim Sum at Avenue K, I wish to eat there. Last week, I decided I would wait for a table. The outlet at Avenue …
Everyone loves a Claypot Chicken Rice meal in Malaysia. It is one of those heart-warming comfort foods when the weather is cold. I love to eat my Chicken Claypot …
Food savvy tourists “eat where the locals eat” at Cecil Street Market Hawker Centre or “Chit Tiau Lor Ban San” (7th Street Market). One of the biggest hawker centers …
One of Penang’s established Clay Pot Crab rice specialists is Ten Feng Tambun Clay Pot Crab Rice. In case you are wondering, the long-established Ten Feng Tea House (天峰茶坊) …
Olive Tree Hotel Chinese New Year Set Dinner RM488Nett Chinese families who love dining out to celebrate the Lunar New Year can order the Chinese New Year Set Dinner …
Homestyle Restaurant Penang is one of the hidden gems restaurants in Lembah Permai. The corner shop Chu Char style restaurant serves authentic Teochew and Cantonese cuisine. If you stay …
Bee Hwa Cafe is one of Penang’s popular Kopitiam with a Muslim clientele. Penang is famous for Kopitiam and Chinese hawker food, but Muslim visitors cannot eat Chinese food …
Head to Bao Teck Tea House if you fancy an Afternoon Tea Time Yum Cha (‘drink Tea’ in Cantonese) with attentive service and quality bites. For my non-Yum Cha …
Zhonghua Gourmet Restaurant at Cititel Penang has a 50% discount on Cantonese Dim Sum. I spent the last week of the year going to a few Cantonese Dim Sum …
Trois Canon Café is an old-style, Malaysian version of a Hong Kong Cha Chan Teng (tea restaurant) and scores a big point on nostalgic ambiance. I sometimes miss getting …