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Here, Try This!

12 Mar

When you know you are leaving home for university, you tend to be on a roll to eat as many things as possible. Things that you never eat all this while in your whole life, suddenly pops up on the ‘To Eat’ list. Having said that, we have been going all out with M1 to eat to the hearts’ content; doing exactly as what my mom and dad did with me prior to my leaving, back in the dinosaur era. (I know, my scale cringes at me every time I walk into the bathroom). It’s a funny belief, then and now, that when one goes off to college, one will miss all the good food especially the home flavors.

So far we have checked off most of the local delicacies, along with some other Asian food. Yesterday, we feasted on Korean food and today, M1 goes off to enjoy a farewell meal with her friends. Days when there is nothing scheduled, we will just eat at home. But come Saturday, chicken rice ball is on the agenda, followed by Japanese food on Sunday. Next up, authentic Chinese cuisine on Tuesday with an aunt and cousin, followed by a home-cooked meal by my friends for her next Friday!

So much to eat, so little time left.



These are just the condiments!



Everything is here except the fish!



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Of Chap Goh Meh and Birthday Dinners

9 Mar

Chinese New Year is officially over with Chap Goh Meh celebrated last Thursday; Chap Goh Meh being the 15th day of the Lunar New Year calendar. Mom insisted on feeding the family with a home-cooked meal during the gathering on Thursday, a workday instead of going out for the occasion.

It was a great time and the last time for M1 to savor the home cooking and cherish the times before she goes off to college. And as if this family time together was not enough, my sibling scheduled Sunday to meet again for yet another meal! He wanted to give her a farewell dinner and yesterday was the only window every family member could make it.

The dinner was fancy, at a restaurant in the heart of the city. We had fine Malay food which was really good. It’s not often we make this choice but I think it’s apt. It will be a flavor M1 will miss.

What was even more special was the dessert that came after the meal. M1’s cousin, K1, painstakingly stayed up until the wee hours of the morning the day before to bake it for her. Such love. It was supposed to be a farewell cake. However, when the cake was brought out, the restaurant automatically blared out the standard ‘Happy Birthday’ song! It was hilarious as we all sang along. Heheh…

Such good memories especially for M1. Time is moving too fast.





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Chasing Time

5 Mar

Every weekend some activity is lined up with the girls. We kept the fun family outings to weekends because we wanted to also include M2 who has school during the weekdays. We must not forget we have two girls and only one is going off to university while the other is still going to high school.

Last weekend, we decided to visit Menara KL and have lunch at Atmosphere 360, the revolving restaurant in the tower at 282m high. We opted for the later lunch session of 1.30pm to 3.00pm instead of earlier 11.30am to 1.00pm, otherwise we would have to do high tea or dinner.

The buffet spread was good I must admit and the view quite breathtaking. And the one and a half hour session was just about right for the restaurant to revolve one complete round to see the overall skyline of the city.

We have two more weekends left…





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Let’s Eat!

26 Feb

Although I have been mindful of my weight, I would not give last night’s dinner occasion a miss. It was a gathering with my old school friends. And when I say old, our friendship goes back to the dinosaur era when we were 7 years old. Told you we are dinosaurs.

Since it’s still Chinese New Year, all the more reason to meet up, chatter to catch up, enjoy a good meal and exchange Angpows (red packets) for the children! We took the opportunity to have the ‘Yee Sang’ for prosperity with all the good wishes recited poetically by the waitress and also had the ‘Poon Choy’ dish, which roughly translates to a bowl of everything. Very filling despite it being just one bowl.

Dinner gatherings with old school friends are unlike dinners with golf friends but both are always enjoyable. I only wish the school friends would do it as often as the golf friends. Friendship prevails when we make the effort.

Maybe after the festivity is over, we will prioritize meeting up more often, like hubby and his (and also my) friends with our Tuesday Food Club. After all, we have to eat. And why not eat with good old friends?





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One Last Char Koay Teow!

2 Feb

We went in search for one last Char Koay Teow. I wouldn’t say ridiculous but when you are on a food trail, you have to go to extremes to satisfy the urge.

But it had to be along the way and convenient for us when we leave the island. So we ended up going to the Foodcourt in Sunshine Square at Bayan Baru. After the meal, it was just an easy drive towards the second Penang Bridge, the longest bridge in Southeast Asia.

The last Char Koay Teow was good, according to the girls. We also had Curry Fish Head and Bak Kut Teh. Satisfied and contented with this successful gastronomic adventure, we look forward to another foodie adventure in the near future!

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Penang: Goodbye

2 Feb

Today’s our last day in the island city. We loved it! Hubby’s sister has been a great host; the sights we saw were cool and the food we ate were totally awesome and authentic.

I am glad we took this time to spend some quality time with the girls. Pretty soon we won’t have such occasions anymore; so any opportunity that arises, we ought to take it.

We woke up late this morning, skipped breakfast but planned for another round of Char Koay Teow before we make our way to the new second link to head back home.

Until our next trip, thanks Penang!

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What to Do Besides Eat

1 Feb

This trip to Penang, we actually saw more and ate more things than before. Previously it has always been only the resort with its pool, beach and sun; this time it’s different food and sights that we never put a priority to.

Today after brunch, we visited the 3D Museum. It was cool. With thematic paintings cleverly spread out in the premise, we saw many people creatively posed to make an interesting composition. We did our fare share of posing too, I must admit.

All in all, our three days in Penang has been wonderful. Tonight we meet hubby’s old college mate for yet another meal!

I dread my weighing scale complaining when I get home and step on it. Oh well, I am on holiday. Eat well and live well.

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Late Lunch

1 Feb

We had more desert than a real lunch: Assam Laksa, Ice Kacang with Nutmeg, Cendul and Fried Popiah.

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Char Koay Teow

1 Feb

We stopped at New World Park for brunch. Undecided with the choices available, we ended up ordering several variations of Char Koay Teow.

From the normal, there was also no chili, less chili and with duck egg instead. We actually also ordered Curry Mee, Tee Nya Kuih and Chai Kueh. So many orders?

Well, hubby’s sister and parents were with us.

Satisfying until the next meal! Good start to the day.

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Penang: Day 3

1 Feb

We woke up a little later than yesterday. I suspect everyone is still feeling very full from yesterday’s food intake so breakfast this morning is not a priority.

Last night, we actually went and sat down at Chatime, ordered a drink and got down to being anti-social, be on our devices to jump onto the internet. I, of course, had to play some games. Which was a good thing because I made progress for my Candy Crush! Made it passed 789 and now at 796.

Anyway, we are thinking more of brunch and Char Koay Teow, Assam Laksa and Cendol are in the list to savor shortly.

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