Originated from China, Nong Geng Ji Hunan Cuisine 农耕记湖南菜 set foot in Malaysia few months back, opening its first Malaysia outlet at The Exchange TRX Mall (lower ground floor). The Chinese restaurant joint has been doing very well since its opening- with relentless queue and big crowd waiting eagerly to get their seats. As suggested by the name, the restaurant focuses on Hunan Cuisine so expect the menu to consist of some really spicy, salty Xiang cuisine. The prices are unfortunately on the higher side, expect to spend at least RM50 per pax here. Fortunately the food quality seems to be g ..read more

Another option for bread lovers to try out is Dawn Bread at Church Street, the latest boulangerie in the heart of Penang. Dawn Bread churns out freshly baked Bagels and Lye Bread (like Lye Rolls, Pretzels); available in different shapes and flavors for guests to choose from. For dine-in, there are a few small tables available. The dine-in menu is small with a few toppings to go with the Bagels... as well as their specially concocted Cream Cheese.  Mixed Grain Bagel (top up Rm 5) with Purple Potato Cream Cheese (Rm 9) Smoked Salmon with Poppy Seed Bagel (Rm 25.80) Plain Pretzel ..read more

Master Jack Pot 大街小巷 has received good reviews since its earlier this year, the Chinese restaurant at Campbell Street churns out Cantonese dishes with a modern twist. The restaurant has a standard Chinese restaurant setting but well equipped with air conditioners. It has a fairly big menu, featuring many Cantonese and Sze Chuan-inspired dishes; expect to pay restaurant-standard prices though. Find Master Jack Pot opposite to Tho Yuen and Hema Hema Ice Cream on the same street. Bitter Gourd Egg 滑蛋炒苦瓜 (Rm 15.80) Sizzling Chicken Pot 街街鸡锅 (Rm 58) Luo Han Guo 夏枯草罗汉果 (Rm 4.50)/ Chrysanth ..read more

Chinmi Stone Pot Fish 珍味石锅鱼 has been around for almost a year and it has gathered an appreciate following since its opening last year. The Chinese restaurant offers a Chinese menu, focusing on the China Putian region... offering specialties like Putian Noodles, Putian Fried Vermicelli Noodles etc as well as some popular China Chinese delights. The restaurant is fully air-conditioned and offers a comfortable setting suitable for family dining.  Stone Pot Fish 石锅鱼 (Rm 98) Putian Braised Noodles 莆田卤面 (Rm 25/ small) Xiao Long Bao 上汤小笼包 (Rm 13.80) Sour and Spicy Chicken Feet with L ..read more

A new alternative for our Muslim friends to try authentic China Chinese food with the opening of China Muslim Mee Tarik Tangan 中国穆斯林兰州拉面 at Prangin Mall Penang. The restaurant is manned by a Chinese-Muslim couple from China, specializes in churning out hand-pulled Lan Zhou Lamian Noodles. The menu features an array of noodle options, as well as some Chinese stir-fry dishes and delicacies like Dumplings. Those with a big appetite would be glad to know that diners can request for extra portion of noodles for free (there is an option to upgrade the portion in the order system). Reasonable pr ..read more

YaTan Farm and Cafe is the latest worth-visiting spot at Kuala Kurau; housed in the long-established Salted Duck Egg Factory: Joo Hong Chan at Kuala Kurau, the cafe is a new addition to the business. Guests will need to access via the main entrance of Joo Hong Chan and follow the narrow path until the very end of the building. You will find the entrance to YaTan Farm and Cafe. Along the way, guests can witness the making of Salted Eggs as well as grabbing some for souvenirs or gifts at the retail store (next door). There are 2 parts to the cafe: the front part is where the guests will be ..read more

Sharing the same space as Wu Ji Cafe (Tom Yum Noodles) at Bayan Lepas (the neighborhood adjacent to the traffic light from Bukit Jambul/ next to Amari SPICE Penang) is Kou Shui Ya Roasted Delights 口水鸭烧腊. This outlet at Bayan Lepas is the 3rd and latest branch of the brand (another 2 branches can be found at Astaka Hillside Tanjung Bungah and Macalister Road). As suggested by the name- it specializes in roasted Duck (marinated with Dang Gui) and various Cantonese roasted meat. The place opens as early as 7 am in the morning and it is usually most crowded during lunch hours. Apart from the ..read more

Haru is another convenient spot in town where Korean food lovers get to satiate their cravings for Korean delicacies. The newly opened Korean Restaurant takes over the lot previously occupied by Shunka Japanese Restaurant (next to Penang Plaza) and offers a pretty standard Korean menu (sans the barbecue). Not exactly a very big menu but good enough to include the Malaysians' favorites like Tteokbokki, Japchae, Jeon etc. The dishes are averagely priced but we thought some of the dishes lacked the "X-factor" and would require some refinements.  Jjampong- Seafood (Rm 29) Rose Tteokbok ..read more

The love for Seafood noodles- a bowl of ocean wholesome-ness continues to expand with the opening of Yu Village 渔家庄 at Autocity River Park, a new extended space by Autocity. Yu Village 渔家庄 is amongst the new spate of tenants at Autocity River Park, offering a menu full of seafood delights. Owned by the Edo Ichi Group, the quality speaks for itself. The menu comprises of Chinese-style Seafood Noodles, Meat Noodles, Curry Noodles and sides; expect to pay slightly more for the freshness/quality and dining atmosphere though. In case you are wondering- no, the Edo Ichi Membership does not ..read more

Slightly off the beaten track- Ban Xian Lao Wu 半闲老屋 at Fettes Park is a quaint haven where the charm of antique and used knick-knacks meets the delicate art of Chinese Tea-infused delights. A stone's throw distance away from Prima Tanjung (Tanjung Tokong), Ban Xian Lao Wu is tucked in a corner right behind the Indian Temple along Jalan Fettes. The narrow alley to the entrance is found adjacent to Fatty Loh Chicken Rice (next to the Indian Temple). Step in the place and you will be instantly transported back in time where you will find yourself surrounded in antiques and used Chinese knick ..read more