Wednesday, July 01, 2009

Penang treats Part 2: Nyonya and Seafood

Peranakan is a unique clan found only in the Straits Settlement; and Penang is one of the lucky states which the clan called home.

Peranakan cuisine is commonly known as Nyonya food to many; and there is a number of restaurants serving the cuisine on the little island.
Of all, I have decided to bring my friends to my personal favorite hunt for Nyonya food; Nyonya Breeze

6. Nyonya Breeze Restaurant
Nutmeg is a symbolic fruit of Penang; where the place got its name from in the first place.
A glass of iced nutmeg juice is refreshing and appetizing prior to a meal.
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Nasi Ulam (RM7)
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This is a unique way of presenting fried rice and a healthy way; as the rice is cooked to a dry state; and served with vegetables only.
At first sight, this looks like a plate of green hay; but it was indeed like a plate of golden treasure hidden beneath the greenery
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It is tempting to take another bite after you had it at your first taste:)

Kacang Botol with Sambal (RM7)
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The recommended dish here at this restaurant; and definitely my favorite!
It quickly became everyone's favorite; spicy and aromatic, it was a an appetizing dish!

Chien Bak
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Fried pork in heavy soy sauce
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Bian Chee
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Meat cubes cooked with plain gravy; with mixed vegetables and onions; another delectable Nyonya delicacy!

Fish in Gulai Tumis (RM17)
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The soup tasted like Assam Laksa; sourish and yet with a light hint of sweetness.

Kerabu Beehoon (RM7)
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This remains one of my favorite here; as always, appetizing and delightful with the lightly spicy taste from the kerabu and the grounded chili and onion paste!

All our dishes during our Nyonya feast
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After tasting hawker food and Penang Peranakan cuisine, it was time to hit the beach and enjoy the fresh seafood.
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It was not just literally saying that we are hitting the beach as we are, in reality, sitting on the sandy beach itself in Teluk Kumbar, enjoying the fresh seafood while taking in the lovely view
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7. Teluk Kumbar Seafood
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Unfortunately, not only were we late as there was already a crowd; but the weather was not promising at that time also as dark clouds formed and we soon witnessed a heavy downpour right in front of our very eyes!
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Fortunately we found a place to sit; and waited while they clear our table
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Then it was our turn to enjoy the fresh and nice seafood.

Steamed baby octopus (RM8)
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Fried sotong (RM10)
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Kangkung with Sambal (RM6)
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Stir-fried brussel sprouts/Choi Tam (RM8)
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Chili Crabs (RM20)
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The crowd remained even as we finished our dinner; but we had a satisfying meal at a reasonable price which had everyone in awe:)
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To be continued...

17 comments:

  1. A really nice seafood outing...miss the food at Teluk Kumbar.

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  2. That Bian Chee at Nyonya Breeze looks so interesting - like the stuff you can expect at grandparents' place, simple but absolutely comforting! The steamed octopus is my absolute favourite!! Not great for cholesterol though!

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  3. I once tried crocodile tail at Hai Boey Seafood, disgusting! haha

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  4. my gal enjoyed the fried sotong and the baby octupus very much. All this are still in my draft. Gosh.... too many things not updated. ^-^

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  5. ya..this seafood is very nice...
    but need to wait until frustrated!

    did u try the Satay sold beside of the restaurant?

    if no, must try the satay...

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  6. ck, yaya, wanna go one day?;)

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  7. 550ml, that's what my friends said too!! They loved the Bian Chee :D

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  8. allie, *Shrieks* and *Yelps*
    I could never touch that thing....yeeeee......
    I don't really like Hai Boey's seafood, I prefer this one:D

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  9. Food Paradise, never mind, take your time...we shall be here waiting...patiently! ;)

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  10. Modo, the key is to go early...then you don't have to wait that long:D
    We tried the satay before last round...everyone loved it too:)

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  11. This is what I call people who know how to enjoy food in Penang. Salute!

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  12. hehe...not a fan of seafood but love kerabu mee hoon!

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  13. that plate of green hay is scary.. :P

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  14. FoodPOI, don't salute lar...paisehhh....haha,the food here is good..that's why Penang gained the title of food haven mar:D

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  15. wmw, oh my, you must really try this kerabu bee hoon...it is the best!:D

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  16. cumi&ciki, but the taste is yummy!!:D

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  17. Teluk Kumbar Seafood and its view is one of the best!!

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