Wonder.Food.Travel

I read that this Hokkien Mee in Chan Sow Lin is one of the best in town, or may be the best here. So when we took off to find it, my expectation was, undoubtedly, high. My dad said that he brought us here when we were little but i have vague, if not none, memory of the place. By the roadside of the corner of Jalan Dua, sheltered three hawker stalls. Quite noticebly, the first and third stall was crowded. Another thing being a Malaysian is to have such eatery, for not only are their food yummy but they have been here for many years. It is off the main road and this somewhat makes it well hidden from the public eyes. The crowd must have been regulars, from by word of mouth, or knowledge provided by nearby factory workers during the day. We sat at the third stall since our intention was the famed Hokkien Mee. As soon as we sat, we placed our orders. Served in batches by noodle type, i observed that the cook was never in a hurry, taking his sweet time plating each dish while my stoma...

I never thought i would like Penang food, until i went on this short, gastronomic journey on the island. It is no wonder as to why it is recognized as a food haven (even to Malaysians)- you can find delicious meals or snacks at any hour, at any corner. We ordered a few and nibbled them together, so to try the variety the state has to offer. Most of the stalls were my first experience; whether it left a lasting impression, you will find out below. My confession: i ate so much i am sure i gained weight at the end of this journey. Instead of a chronological order, this part of Journey is a collection of food- the pride of Penang. *Warning: Do not proceed on an empty stomach.*  (i was always hungry when i blogged) Genting Cafe Our first stop in Penang and it did open the door for more good food to come. There was a wide selection of food to choose from here. Recommended. Here it is. A state famous for its Char Kuay Teow, this plate of noodles (from the shop next to ...