Before I started posting for this Pasar Malam entry, I think I should pay a respect to the late Sibu MP , Datuk Robert Lau Hoi Chew. He passed away on 9th of April 2010. The news spread very fast, and we got the confirmation after we saw the press.

Anyway, he did not influence much into my life that I don’t know what credit I should write for him.  Coincidentally, just the night before he passed away, Alex and I went to Pasar Malam of Sibu town and saw one of this picture stick on the hawker stall.

In this photograph : Dato’Sri Mohd. Najib bin Tun Haji Abdul Razak, Late YB Datuk Robert Lau, YAB Pehin Sri Hj. Abdul Taib Mahmud & YB Dato’ Wong Soon Koh.

This photo was taken on last July 2009 during the visit of our Prime Minister to Sibu. It is like getting closer to the public. At least from this picture, I know that the Hawkers were happy and being proud of their visit to the Pasar Malam.

Back to the Pasar Malam post that I intend to write.

The Pasar Malam in Sibu has been one of the tourist spot, or Sibu’s unique attractions.  As a Mirian, I hardly find a pasar malam that operates daily, and it consist of Chinese and Malay stalls running business under one roof. Well said, 1 Malaysia.

This Pasar Malam, just like the Pasar Malam in West Malaysia selling varieties of food, fruits and vegetables. Not only that, there were some stalls selling apparels for all ages with a reasonable price. Most of the hawkers here have been running the business for years or more.

Start with the most popular items sold in Pasar Malam is the BBQ pork.  Whichever part from the pig you can get it here.

Did you see the pig nose?

This young man is BBQ -ing the pork belly.

Then you can also get the ready made – economy rice and dish. OR you can call it “Chap Fan”.

There’s variety of dishes, but honestly speaking, I do not dare to try.

Next, the 2nd popular items in Pasar Malam will be this Mini Apam Balik, or in chinese they call it half moon 半个月亮。

These were made from the Malay stalls.
Price are standard.
1 piece for RM0.40 and 5 pieces for RM2.

The making of Apam Balik would be easy from what we seen, but still the most critical point is on the tactics of pan baking and the ingredients.

It was very competitive that when they see lots of people are urging for this Mini Apam balik, lots of stall start selling the same item. To my surprise, it all runs by young people.

But still the most succesful stall of Apam Balik still belongs to this young lady. I’ve seen her here since her size was smaller. *chuckled* I mean since she’s in teenage years la.

Together gather with her should be her brother. They look alike.

We always have to queue for her Apam Balik while the other stalls are waiting for flies instead of customers.

Although it looks a bit crumpled but it taste good!

On the 3rd ranking, would be the “Pao” seller.
They sell varieties of Bun, I mean the Chinese White Bun. And also they sell dumplings and some nyonya kuih.

This is the old man that I would respect, but I rarely buy Pasar Malam’s bun.
He runs the stall all by himself, and is a very hardworking old man. Whenever I pass by his stalls, he will greets his customers and tell them the Bun is hot, good to eat.

This hawker, is just 2 stalls next to him. Its really competitive, but they have their own ways to survive.

On the 4th ranking and onwards, I personally think it would be this lady who sells boiled Sweet Corns and some snacks.

The Malay Kebab stall also very popular.

RM2.50 for one kebab.

Want to have some Kacang Putih??
RM1 per cup.

Colorful beverages, Orange color should be air Samboi – kind of lime juice.

Not to forget, the fresh soya bean and soya jelly.
Visited my the Prime Ministers and the YBs.

The remaining stalls are those sellling fruits and veges.

Apparels stalls.

Would you come to visit the Pasar Malam, this is one of the spot that you can’t miss in Sibu.

It operates daily start from 6pm till 10pm.
Location: High Street of Market Road.

Why do i say New Terminal, I bet they are the 5th Terminal in Sibu. Else, why do they call themselves as Terminal 5 cafe?

Anyway, Terminal 5 cafe is just located at the shoplot next to Bus Terminal at Jalan Pahlawan here. Or for easier landmark, next to Everwin Supermarket. From my understanding, this cafe has just started their business for a few months.

I’ve been to Terminal 5 for twice, but I never tried their food yet so I can’t comment on how their food is taste.

Environment wise, T5 is really a good place to chill out with family and friend.

Beers were served too.
This is the sitting area, also the non smoking zone.

While the Balcony also occupied with seats, I bet those who prefer to sit outside opt for smoking area. Else, I rather stay in Aircond.

Mike and Will called us out for tea, so we chosen here.

A good place to chit chat, not too noisy not too quiet with some music at the background.

About their drinks, I really have something to comment.

I had hot honey lemon – RM3.50
Alex had Ice honey lemon – RM3.80

Same height,  same amount of liquid, same glass and just because of the ice cube extraRM0.30.
That’s fine. Not a big deal. Not the price problem. But the taste problem!
No honey taste, no lemon taste.  So what is this? Tasteless Ice Honey Lemon?

As for William, he ordered Cham drinks.
Do you get the meaning for Cham?
This is their special drinks, Cham cham in Chinese dialects means MIX up.
Its a mixture of coffee and some other beverage, but Will comments it doesn’t taste like what it should be. Poor Will.

Ended up, only Mike gets his ideal drink.
Chlorophyl + Lemon. Its a smoothie.
Looks good, taste good.

If I have time this weekend, I will be there again to try out their food. They close at 11pm, but you must be there before 10.30pm before their kitchen close. I’ll write the food review after I’ve try it. :p

I found that lately, there’s a lot of new cafeteria blooming out at Sibu town. Is this a good news? I hope so.. I just don’t wish to see one close after another. Oh ya, one good news to share, Secret Recipe is coming to Sibu town soon! Don’t play play…. now everyone can eat lo!

What’s the first thing you would request when your pizza is serve? As for me and my friends, we would definitely ask for Cheese Powder. That is compulsory for the Pizza, Spaghetti and the Mushroom Soup.

Pizza Hut at Sing Kwong , Sibu

However, its really disappointed that we found out Pizza Hut at Sing Kwong, Sibu does not serve Cheese Powder. Not only that, the cheese which is suppose to be on the Pizza also seen lessen compare to before.

So who steal the cheese? The worker itself? The management wanted to cut cost? Or Cheese being stolen by the rat?

We tried the new Chunky  Loaded Pizza, its crispy, lots of ingredients. You get 30% off if you have maybankard.

There were 6 of us, I’ve requested Deli Wings, my favorite.

Joseph had the lasagna.

While we shared the spaghetti and the cheese baked rice.

You must be thinking, we were really big eaters. Actually it was Will’s treat after getting his final allowance. $$$. Thank’s for the treat. And it’s my pleasure to join in the lunch together with Will’s ex-colleague.

Nice meeting you guys, Ah Kiong, Joseph & William.

The next time before you take your order, please remember to ask , “Do you have cheese powder?”

We were invited to join KongKay and Will Chua for dinner at BBQ House last night.  However, we did not make it due to certain reason.  Will keep recommending that the food are great, to no regrets, Alex and I opt to go here for dinner tonight.

BBQ House

BBQ House  韩江烧肉 is located at the shop lot next to Paramount Hotel. The exact address: No.1 1st Floor, Jalan Kampung Datu, Sibu Sarawak. Tel: 016-886-3868. They serve Korean food, BBQ style and also side dishes.  Operating Hour: Monday to Sunday. 11.30am-2pm & 5.30pm -10.30pm.

The interior of BBQ house is just simple, a reception on the left of the entrance and a few tables comes with the BBQ set on each.

Apparently, there is another restaurant that serve Korean Food, which is Manna Cafe. But I would prefer BBQ house, its more authentic.  When we just arrive, the owner, Mr Hu greeted us and asked if we were first time to its restaurant. He introduced us the dishes and take order for us.

While waiting for food,  as usual, I would take picture of the surrounding. Alex would be busy taking picture with his digital cam too.

As it is only the 2 of us, it would be wasteful if we ordered too much.

The BBQ set would be on the middle, the waiter would help to lit up the fire, and bbq the meat for us.  We just have to sit there, wait and eat! And I love this sauce,  I hade 3 of it. Haha, not to be missed ok? You must blend it together with the meat and vege, it taste absolutely great!

Beef and Chicken for BBQ.
The meat were marinated before served to BBQ. Taste good. Maybe next time we should try lamb.

Veges, mushroom & Tofu as the soup base to be boiled by the side.

We have side dish too, dumplings, kimchi and seaweed strip.

We finished all the food we ordered except the dumplings. Alex says the dumpling taste funny, but I found its okay.

We enjoyed the dinner so much.
Total spent: RM41.80 inclusive of drinks.

Who says Sibu only have best Kampua, infact, we do have nice Japanese Food and nice Korean Food. Most important thing, it all comes with reasonable price!

Yay! Goolooloo is back with yummilicious seaFood . I know, its too tempting that we almost migrate over to KK just for the fresh and juicy seafood. We are honored to visit our friend, Alexander in KK on the opening of his new Seafood Restaurant.

As what we understand, as a tourist in KK (Kota Kinabalu), you’d probably get stuck in town if you don’t have a car. Hence, you’ll always miss the chances to taste the best seafood in town!  The 5 of us rented a car from the airport so its much more convenient for us to travel around.

From the direction from 1Borneo (we were staying at Tune Hotel, KK), its about 20minutes drive to Bundusan Square, Penampang. It’s a little bit outskirt from KK city. For the sake of seafood, its worth to pay for the Taxi Fares!

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This is really the best seafood I ever had in my life. Once again, my diet plan spoiled. Cholesterol increased!

Let’s zoom in and see what we’ve hunt!

p/s: very sorry, I just can’t recall most of the seafood’s name! :p

First of all, let me introduce you my classmate, Mr.Alexander Sim. He is the owner of East Ocean Seafood Restaurant.

Look for the big red sign of East Ocean Seafood Restaurant, you won’t miss it!

Alex has been waiting for our arrival. He had prepare a special menu for the 5 of us. At first we thought to have a simple meal, but end up its a 11 courses meal.

It started with some vege…

If not mistaken, this is the Sabah local vege, which is their local cangkuk manis.

And a special dish, Deep Fried Bittergourd which I never expect it would be so crunchy and nice!

We had vege soup with century eggs.

Here comes the big seafood platters. I think I missed out certain dish.

We had 2 types of crabs.

All the crabs are real fresh and juicy!

Prawns

Fish

东风螺 Dong Feng Luo . Its a kind of Snail.

Alex teach us the way to eat the Snail. Not only that, he taught us the fastest way to enjoy the crab meat without much hassle.

Phew.. what a heavy meal we had. Let’s have some refreshment!

Highly recommended by Alex, Vegetable Juice. It doesn’t taste awful but i taste so fresh! Its better than any fruit juices. Even camel also can finish the juice!
Alright. Done Eating. Let’s go and look around all the live seafood!

Alex show us the big live crabs.

He says this is not consider big, it could be bigger depends on season.

The place they breed the snail.

This is the prawn in the bottle.

Awesome!! Awesome!!!

The meal was really awesome !!

Thanks Alexander for the treat. We’ll be back again soon!~

Back to the basic, back to the old school time, a series of retro during our last visit to Sarikei. Bongkersz shows us another hidden treasure in Sarikei other than big head prawn of Glory Cafe.

Walk down the old alley of Jalan Wharf, and we found Aik Seng Cafe.

From outside, Aik Seng would be the same as any other coffee shop in town.

But took an inner look, from the signboard, it shows some ages on it.
Seriously, from what I’ve overheard, they have 60years history.

The interior are mostly remain unchanged, even the tiles and tables. It is quite spacious and well maintained.

At the other corner, there’s a display glass cupboard of Liquor Collections. I’m not sure how long they’ve kept the liquor but according to Bong, it was like this since 10 years ago..

Even the can drinks are display nicely on the cupboard.

I choose to sit at the side way, I feel that is more like the old time kedai kopi “char chan teng“.

We ordered the Roti Kahwin Special, but the chef went out so we gotta wait for his return.
Everyone waiting eagerly for the Roti Special.

Our Drinks.. very old style too. I just love the feeling here. =)

Here comes the Roti Kahwin Special after 15 minutes of waiting time.

Its worth to wait

What so special about their bread/ Roti Special?

The bun is bigger, more like a hamburger bun.
And it is grilled toasted and spread with butter, peanut and Kaya.

Let’s have a bite or Roti and a sip of Milo.. My all time favorite!

Tee Hee Heee.. We had a good fun at Sarikei! Thanks to Bongkersz and Emilda for the treat! =)

Once I saw Victor celebrated his birthday here, from the pictures, it told me I should give them a try. Since I was in Sibu during this Raya Celebrations, hence we had a dine out at Kent’s Kitchen.

It used to be Panzer Restaurant, sadly the business did not survived and it is now taken over by Kent. As from our understanding, the Chef is a Penangite! That is why some of the dishes in the menu are Penang’s Local Cuisine.

The Interior

The Food

Cambodian Salad

Penang CKT

Teriyaki Chicken with Rice

Fried Rice Special

Fish and Chips

Chicken Wings

Grilled Chicken

The People

Hot Emilda

Bongkersz

Will Chua

My dear Alex – he is so talkative!

Pick one!

Emilda and I

I would say it is a great place to hang out or meet up. The spacious and cosy environment is best for friends gathering. So next time if you like to organize a meet up, then you guys should consider here.

However it is a little bit pricey if compare to Sibu Market. It took quite a while for the food to be served, so I bet their chef might be working alone in the kitchen. If you are in a hurry, then you should opt for something else.

The Location:
Kent’s kitchen is located at Jalan Pahlawan. Just oppposite of Everwin Supermarket (Bus Terminal).

Hari Raya might falls on the 21st Sept, but Bongkersz and I had an earlier Balik Kampung Trip today. It has been a month since I last met my dear, so Sibu here I come!

We start the journey at 6am, which was too early for me but still I made it. After an hour of journey we stopped by at Batu Niah to refuel the RON95 and release some fluid from our body.

And we made a conclusion, from Miri to Batu Niah need to spend RM15’s petrol.

The weather change dramatically all the way up to Sibu.

It is suddenly full of Fogs..

*Welcome to Cameron Highland*

Followed by the Big Rains that blurred all your vision..

But don’t worry, I have a steady driver.

Sambil Driving, Sambil Makan Lee Fah Mee!!!

The Journey took 5 hours, and we directly meet up Alex at Mitsu Tea House.

My dear dear waiting for our arrival

Bongkersz better get some recharge before he head back to Sarikei.

Let’s have some tea

And Some Dim Sum.

Eh, before I forget, Will Chua was there too! And he is going to celebrate Hari Raya at Kuching this year.

So how’s your Raya holiday? Have you plan anything yet? I’m planning to go Karaoke tomorrow! Yay!!!

Anyway, kepada semua muslimin dan musliman, Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri.