We had noticed a new place under renovation in Gurney Plaza some weeks ago, taking over the lot previously occupied by Manila Place. Chicago Rib House, said the banner. Hmmm…doesn’t that name ring a bell? Well that’s probably because Chicago Rib House used to operate from Juru AutoCity! I had dined there just once and… Continue reading Chicago Rib House @ Gurney Plaza, Penang
That Little Wine Bar @ Chow Thye Road, Penang
Nestled in the midst of busy jam packed roads and the hustle and bustle of the city is this cozy sanctuary also known as That Little Wine Bar where one can relax over a glass of wine, catch up with friends and feel the stresses of life melt away… The interior of That Little Wine… Continue reading That Little Wine Bar @ Chow Thye Road, Penang
Intan Nasi Lemak @ Taman Free School, Penang
Intan Nasi Lemak is one of those hidden gems tucked away inside apartment compounds away from the main road that you usually won’t know about unless you a) reside in that neighbourhood, b) someone who’s been there brought you or in the case of a flogger like me c) a reader tells you about it!… Continue reading Intan Nasi Lemak @ Taman Free School, Penang
Gem Restaurant House of Fine Indian Cuisine @ Bishop Street Penang
Gem House of Fine Indian Cuisine opened its doors recently in Penang late last year and occupies an impressive corner lot at the corner of Bishop Street and Kings Street which is just a stone’s throw away from The Sire. It’s bold and bright sign board is indeed eye catching, beckoning one to come in… Continue reading Gem Restaurant House of Fine Indian Cuisine @ Bishop Street Penang
Lingzie Invades Ipoh!
So I finally finally made a trip to Ipoh after wanting to visit this quaint lil town for so long! The home of the legendary Motormouth, Ipoh is actually just 2 hours away from Penang! Despite that fact however, I hardly every visit Ipoh, and even when I do, I’m hopelessly lost in the town… Continue reading Lingzie Invades Ipoh!
Roadside Tong Sui at Sungai Dua, Penang
I love traditional Chinese style desserts or more commonly known as “Tong Sui’ (directly translated from Cantonese as ‘sugar water’). Unfortunately, these popular tea time snacks sold by vendors I know of are only available in the afternoons and finish by early evenings. Therefore I hardly get to patronize these stalls unless its a weekend.… Continue reading Roadside Tong Sui at Sungai Dua, Penang
Sakae Teppanyaki & Izakaya @ Juru Autocity
This is not the first time I’ve written a blog post about Sakae Teppanyaki & Sakae Izakaya at Juru Autocity. My first posts on this place was back in 2008 and since then we have dined there quite regularly. Recently, a group of bloggers were invited to Sakae Teppanyaki as they have revamped their menu,… Continue reading Sakae Teppanyaki & Izakaya @ Juru Autocity
Penang’s Very First Hungi!
Hungi? What’s that you ask? Well thanks to Sigi’s Bar & Grill at Golden Sands Resort, us Penangites will get a chance to find out what exactly a Hungi is this Saturday! In conjunction with Earth Hour this Saturday, Sigi’s Bar & Grill will be offering a traditional New Zealand Maori Hungi which is usually… Continue reading Penang’s Very First Hungi!
Passion Oh Passion!
The month of March is certainly a month of celebrations for me. Because it is a month that is filled with birthdays… And not just one, or two… but SIX birthdays of my closest friends all jammed packed into just one week of March! These wonderful people have shown me much love and comradeship over… Continue reading Passion Oh Passion!
Kang Beef House @ Jalan Jelutong, Penang
Looking for a new place to have beef steamboat? Beef ball noodles and claypot beef noodles? Then head on over to Kang Beef House at Jelutong Road, Penang! Having opened its doors this February, they offer plenty to whet a beef lover’s appetite! We had the opportunity to try the signature Beef Steamboat (RM20/pax, minimum… Continue reading Kang Beef House @ Jalan Jelutong, Penang
