Nasi Kerabu Terbaek di Pulau Pinang (Info Tambahan)

Tadi aku pi beli nasi kerabu kat Taman Robina.
Link terdahulu tentang post ini: Nasi Kerabu Terbaek di Pulau Pinang
Nasi kerabu terbaek kat Penang dan seluruh kawasan utara (aku bagi rank ni)
Tokey dia En Jamil yang berbudi bahasa bagi nombor telefon dia;
012- 591 7502
Katanya bolehlah call dulu, order, datang ambil kemudian.
Bukannya apa, kadang-kadang habis awal.
Pukul 9.00 pagi pun boleh habis.
Untuk yang datang jauh dari Bukit Mertajam nun, kesian pulak bila dah sampai, nasi kerabu sold out.

Kat situ juga ada nasi lemak yang tak kurang hebat.
Kuih-muih pun ada jugak.
Harga murah sangat. (From RM1.00)
Harga nasi kerabu RM 2.50.
Harap info ni dapat membantu peminat nasi kerabu Taman Robina, Teluk Air Tawar, Butterworth.
P/S: Setiap hari Isnin - Kedai ditutup.

Nasi Kandar Pelita, Chai Leng Park Branch, Prai, Penang.

Now it's time for me to review the famous Pelita Nasi Kandar original outlet in Chai Leng Park, Prai, Penang.

I have been frequenting this outlet since 1996.

To me, this outlet is the best among all Pelita's branches.

The 1st outlet of Pelita Nasi Kandar, Chai Leng Park, Prai, Penang.

Don't forget to reduce the rice portion. The new worker fresh from Tamil Nadu tend to scope a big portion of rice matching to their standard of portion back home. The fried fish coated with special herbs was nicely done, crispy and fresh. Fried cabbage South Indian style. The most important; mix gravy ('kuah campur')

Chicken Tandoori Set. Just the right taste, soft bread, tender and juicy chicken. This was the best Tandoori Set among all Pelita's branches.

Another temptation, nasi kandar, fish curry with okra @ ladyfinger and mixed gravy.

If you want to tone down the spicy food, don't forget to order fresh lemonade.

Canned Lychee drink just incase you love something sweeter.

This branch will be fully packed during lunch time due to nearby industrial area, offices and business premises. Nearest landmarks are Pearl View Hotel, Prai Megamall and Sony Sports Center.

Nasi Kandar Kampung Melayu; Still the Best Nasi Kandar in Penang

First of all, I would like to clarify one thing, I am not Nasi Kandar Kampung Melayu shareholder.

Hahaha, somebody suspected because my wife is originally from Kampung Melayu.

My review was purely based on the taste.

Actually this is my 2nd review, see my 1st review here,but this time I went to their branch which serves dinner.

It is located in Food Court, Jalan Thein Teik. (Blue Apartment)

The main branch located in Flats Kampung Melayu, close after lunch time.

Like I said before, I have tried all nasi kandar in Penang, whether restaurants or foodstalls.

But for 24 years of eating nasi kandar, I still prefer this one.

Ayer Itam view from Kek Lok Si Temple.

Not many people lining up at dinner time. If it is lunch time, you will see longer line and bigger crowd.

No words can describe.. Deliciousness make me speechless. Imagine the mild spiced 'flooded' gravy penetrating your ever wanting mouth. Tenderness of the squid,  simply the best!!

Don't worry to put more gravy, it is not too spicy. Make sure you have them mix all around. The secret of making your nasi kandar more delicious is to mix the correct gravy with your main meat/seafood. Different type of meat/seafood with different set of gravy. Adding a little bit by a little bit of your curry can only be mix by the expert hand of the man in-charged. Just trust the man, okay!

Those who are not familiar with the location, can refer to the above map or you can always google on your own.

I have heard so many opinions by bloggers of the so call mainstream big shot Nasi Kandar Restaurants, where they claim the best in Penang. Wait until you try this one. Kampung Melayu Nasi Kandar is not big, they only have two branches. They are not big chain restaurant, but their taste and delicousness has beat the rest of the bigger players. Don't just buy my words, go try it yourself.

Mee Goreng Mamak, Dhoby Ghaut, near Penang General Hospital.

Mee Goreng stall, off Datuk Keramat Road, Dhoby Ghaut. This road lead to Penang General Hospital and State Prison.

Customers waiting for mee goreng. Customers having their mee goreng in the open air area.(far end) No table provided. Actually the plastic chair is dual-purpose, chair cum table. 

Cold "boisson de soja" served in steel mugs. Classic and refreshing.

Wow..!! Mee goreng mamak. Famous local comfort food, yellow noodle, bean curd, egg, bean sprouts, potato, squid, mamak version of eu char kway, and special deep fried "cucur". (I have no idea what they call it in English). Price: RM 3.00 per plate. The taste, simply "sedap". My rank: 3.5 / 5 stars.

Aiyah...chiak bey liau ahh.. Luak..So spicy for me. Next time, must ask for less spicy.

Sharing is caring. The portion usually quite big for a small eater. To a makan king, the portion is not a big deal. But for sure, it's going to make you "full". 

Catching Up with Old buddies at E & O Hotel

The most 'high end' hotel in Penang. To know E & O is to love E & O.

The back view of E & O Hotel, make you feel like you travel back in time.

Coffee house open air seating.

View from coffee house open air seating.

Tanjong Tokong can be seen from E & O Hotel backyard.

E & O hotel is one of the best ranking hotel in Penang.
Located in 10 Farquhar Street, 10200 Penang, Malaysia.
For further information visit: Official E & O Hotel Website

On 10th and 11th March 2010, I went for a public training held in the hotel.
Wow, so siokkk!!
Not only because I can learn new set of skill, I can make some foodie review and meet old friends.
My ex colleagues, who are working in  the hotel (plus my son who also work there)

The training went on interesting, thanks to Dr. Saravanan Murugeson, Principal Consultant of Reeds Holistic Management.
He is an expert in Best Practices in Warehouse Management and many more things.
He can be reached at: saramuru5@yahoo.com.my

Serious looking Warehouse Executives and Managers.

The most 'stylo' warehouse senior executive in white shirt, during coffee break.

 My course mate and our facilitator (with necktie) enjoying buffet lunch at Coffee house.

Bob Lee, Executive Chef, the man behind  all those superb culinary experience at E & O Hotel. Known for his " hell kitchen" management those days in one of the 5 stars beach resort in Penang. But now, he became more cooler. (He he he) I know this culinary genius since 1988 (We worked together before). His cooking trophies and awards are comparable to Siti Nurhaliza in the singing industry.

Penang Char Kway Teow expert, Chef Ah Fatt, working at buffet line. E & O Hotel buffet lunch is serving freshly cook pastas and local delicacies.

Chef Ah Fatt's Char Kway Teow, one of the best in Penang and some say, the whole Northern Region. (I ate it, trust me)

My old buddy, Chef Kalimuthu handling the griller. He is the ever loyal Bob Lee follower and one of the most promising chef in the industry.

Chef Kalimuthu grilled seafood, a fusion touch. Serving local sauces with the grilled seafood was a brilliant idea. The seafood are local and freshly served.

Another promising talent under Chef  Bob Lee, Chef Abdullah at the pasta section.

Steaming hot spaghetti in classic tomato sauce with seafood. Sprinkled with formaggi de grana. (grated cheese, parmesan - show off, ha ha ha!) 

My own version of seafood platter. Unagi (sea eel), shrimp, preserved fish and lettuces, served with thousand island sauce. Simply, light and easy. (A lot more to stuff in my readily extended tummy)

A touch of Japanese taste at the sushi section. A Japanese guest will surely feel at home.The fish was so fresh, you can eat it on its own without the wasabe and soy sauce.

My version of kebabs, a funny combination but who cares what goes in my tummy. Chicken kebabs, grilled salmon, grilled shrimps, fried spring roll (popia) and keropok ikan (traditional fish crackers)

This is my own E & O coffee house signature dish. Pumpkin soup, a simple pumpkin soup, I don't think so. I guess something "fishy" going on. Must be some sort of crustacean stock, lobster, crayfish, prawn or something. My course mate recommended, I liked it very much. Smoothing!!!.

My course mates enjoying lunch in an English style surrounding, full with English colonial memories.

Mr. Muhammad Zubair Tsaqif, one of the F & B service staff @ my son.

Chef Ang and Pastry Chef Mariam were camera shy. 

They are also the backbone of superbly delicious food at the coffee house.

Both are also my ex colleagues in 5 stars beach resort 20 years ago.

You might wonder how can I consumed so much food at once. 

Actually it was two days lunch lah..(Ingat perut stokin ke?)

But anyway, I highly recommend the coffee house buffet lunch for an ultimate eat all you can experience.

If we could not afford the high end room price, don't be sad, be a walk in guest once in a while and just enjoy your English style surrounding lunch at coffee house.

The food and service were up to the six stars level.

Bravo!