The Tale of a long long snack at Paya Terubong

Some time ago, blog hoppers might remember a slew of reviews about a certain extra long snack… also known as the longest ‘yew tiao’, longest deep fried Chinese cruller or “Te Chang Yew Tiao Wang” to be exact (translated from Mandarin to Extra Long Cruller King). Well, Lingzie’s Tummy Treats is here to jolt your… Continue reading The Tale of a long long snack at Paya Terubong

Penang’s Very First Nasi Kandar?

I might have mentioned before in this blog that my dad is a Nasi Kandar fan. And it is a known fact in our family that he gets up really early before the crack of dawn, carries out his daily chores and usually stops by for a quick breakfast at a nasi kandar stall of… Continue reading Penang’s Very First Nasi Kandar?

Sigi’s Bar & Grill on the beach @ Golden Sands Resort

Remember this post where I promised that mucho yumminess was headed to our shores? Well that yummi-ness is now here! The newly revamped Sigi’s Bar & Grill on the beach at Golden Sands Resort, Penang is now opened! And while the Official Launching is on March 10, Sigi’s Bar & Grill is currently open to… Continue reading Sigi’s Bar & Grill on the beach @ Golden Sands Resort

Coconut Palms Delicious Seafood @ Jalan Burma, Pulau Tikus

Coconut Palms Delicious Seafood opened its doors about 2 months ago, taking over the large bungalow house that was previously Audees Cuisine (and before that I think it was some restaurant serving Australian cuisine?). At first we had our reservations about Coconut Palms, but having drove past the place and seeing it’s car park packed… Continue reading Coconut Palms Delicious Seafood @ Jalan Burma, Pulau Tikus

Lingzie’s Tummy Treats Turns Three! (and a Bubbly Giveaway!)

Boy what a tongue twister-ish title eh? Especially when you try to say it three times really fast! 😛 The dual celebrations of the past week (Chinese New Year & Valentine’s Day) have been gradually winding down  as most are preparing to get back to work tomorrow. Though for most Hokkiens in Penang, the celebrations… Continue reading Lingzie’s Tummy Treats Turns Three! (and a Bubbly Giveaway!)

Green Pea Cookies Recipe for Chinese New Year

With Chinese New Year just a week away, Penang is a hustle and bustle. Roads are packed with people out and about running errands, preparing for the new year. While the heat wave that we’re experiencing of late is causing trees to shed leaves, making Penang feel like autumn! It’s been so hot that I… Continue reading Green Pea Cookies Recipe for Chinese New Year

Chin Bee Tea Restaurant @ Noordin Street – More than Just Tea

I had first read about Chin Bee Tea Restaurant from Criz, who sang high praises for the place. Intrigued, I subsequently have brought my family along to dine at Chin Bee and we have all fallen in love with the food served at this place! Don’t be fooled by the name ‘tea house’. Usually, one… Continue reading Chin Bee Tea Restaurant @ Noordin Street – More than Just Tea

Edo Ichi Japanese Cuisine @ Island Plaza, Tanjung Tokong

When I spotted Edo Ichi a few weeks back, the first thought that crossed my mind was ‘Do we really need another Japanese restaurant?’ Therefore I felt no real urgency to dine there. But dad being dad, went ahead to try the new place and discovered that Edo Ichi is operated by the same owners… Continue reading Edo Ichi Japanese Cuisine @ Island Plaza, Tanjung Tokong

Chinese New Year Pineapple Tarts Recipe

The blogosphere seems to be abuzz with Pineapple tarts! What with Chinese New Year a mere 3 weeks away! In fact, Food4Tots was also making them almost the same time I was, so we launched into a long discussion about them, exchanging tips and stories. 🙂 My family and I love this delicious, addictive tart… Continue reading Chinese New Year Pineapple Tarts Recipe