Whenever there’s new eatery pop up, it will be the talk of the town.  Its been almost 2 years since my last visit. I left them a very poor review on their food.

Time passes, I wonder does my truthful review back then does bring that any improvement for Today. I think the answer should be Yes!

Will and his gang would definitely loves to hangout here during the free time. And at this time, I would take this chance to write them a second review. Of course, on the good side. =)

They’ve actually rename to The Ark. I bet probably most of the people can’t pronouce “le” ?

They are now serving more varieties of food which the main attractions would be their Authentic Thai Cuisine. The chef is really from Thailand!

The environment still as great as before. Well maintained, lighting makes the whole place looks comfy.

The first thing that Alex spotted, they’ve one functioning and online computer for customers. Not like lots of the other restaurant, putting a dummy pc but this one is working pretty fast! The Ark has their own blog now.  To my surprise, they’ve actually taken my photos without my consent! Nevermind la, free publicity, and welcome to take this batch if you like. =)

Let’s have a look on what we had, actually it was a late supper for few of us. We just had some simple Thai dish, such as Fried Mee, Fried Rice & a Papaya Salad.

Tears are bursting out from the corner of my eye.. Its real authentic, most of the food are spicy.

As for the refreshments, lots of choices as well, with reasonable price. The happiest thing is they serve FRESH cOcOnutS! Awesome ^^

Will and Gang
Top: Left – Will Chua | Right – Joseph

Bottom: Left – Justin | Right – Ah Kiong

To be fair, I’m happy to see their changes. It proven, comments are meant for improvement.

For the fact that The Ark is running well, most probably they provide a very good environment for their customers.

Everyone is enjoying their food, having the good time with the loves one. ♥

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.

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!

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?”

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! =)

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).

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.

Sigh, where are the rest of Sibu Bloggers?

This is Will Chua, who is now station in Sibu. Thanks to him, at least we do have a coordinator to arrange a meet most of the time. Thank you William

I could only contacted a few of them, as most of the other bloggers I’m not too close, hence, in my list, I only got suituapui, beng beng, will chua and victor kiu. Of course, Alex and I also Sibu bloggers ma. Hehe. Sorry if I missed out any of you..
Here come BengBeng bringing out his dSLR. He looks pro eh.. as usual when Beng Beng turns out, laughter is everywhere..

Suituapui said he was fighting a flu. So we excused him for this gathering. STP, next time must belanja me chendol, ok?

Talk about Chendol, the weather in Sibu is freaking hot. All in my mind is Ice, Ice, Ice!!! That is why I plan to go Taman Muhibbah for the Mix Fruit Ice!!!

Supposedly I planned to go The Ark, but thinking that it might be quite far, and I couldn’t taste all the best local delicacies, I ended up choosing Taman Muhibbah.

Cheap and Nice! YumYum! Temptations!!!!

We have substitute for Bintangor’s rojak, RM 5 per plate, not bad also.

The twin tower’s Kompia. It is filled with Pork Belly. Fat!!

Fried Clams… Alex’s favorite, also my favorite la!

Eh, did I miss out someone? Oh ya, its Victor. Cannot blame me, he has been so quiet, and idle in the blog for quite sometime. Come back Victor!!!! Fan lei ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh…

Victor why are you acting cute? Acting cute means more handsome?

Ok, a handsome victor kiu.

Last. I do hope the next time when I’m back to Sibu could meet up more blogger’s friend. So we are recruiting members for our next bloggers meet. Who else is Sibu Bloggers? Don’t be shy, we welcome everyone.. any age, any blog, as long as you own a blog.  Terms and conditions, pay your own food and drinks.

Till then, see ya again!!!

Of course, nothing much better to blog if its not about the food that I’ve been hunting non stop in Sibu.  Now i know why STP loves to blog about food, cos Sibu really have a lot of good food which is so tempting!

Bintangor Rojak

The first thing that we manage to hunt, was the Bintangor Rojak! This is extremely good, and never forget to try their Bintangor’s Orange Juice. Even the flies would stop by enjoy licking the gravy.. =.=”’

I’ve been craving for Tian Pian Hu, so we went to the Blacksmith road and got myself an extra big bowl of “tian pian hu”. See the squid, its nice!!! Must add on with lots of peppers, to spice up the soup. Slrrp!

Then the MUST have delicacies in Sibu, KOMPIA!!!
Alex bought me to Ching San or they called it Taman Muhibbah next to Delta Mall.
Oh ya, this is from the Twin Tower stall.

And Mix Fruit Ice which is very worth, RM2.50 only!!! It contains of Longan, Watermelon, Honey Dew, Agar Agar, Fruit Cocktail and add on with Cherry Syrup + Milk.

I have been having all good food all day long, but shhh……… I can’t even output for 4 days. I know that’s unhealthy… :s

Somehow, it would be strange If the whole trip back to Sibu is just all about food.Alex did bring me around his work place and showed me the way to his kampung.

The first time I use this Ferry, very expensive RM7.00 la!!!

^v^

While waiting for the ferry to come….and bring us across the river..

And reach his Kampung , opposite the river..
Don’t play play, this could be my future mansion! Waakakaka..

Of course there’s the bloggers meet as usual!!! But I just wonder why, why is that so difficult to date our Mr. STP. Can you tell me why?

This is Victor Kiu… very handsome hor? Huai Bin, now sibu also got handsome bloggers liao.. watchout!

And Will Chua, who is very busy taking pictures but excuse me, how long have you not updated your blog?

The mini bloggers meet took place at Lot 9, the new commercial area at Jalan Pedada.

Oh ya, did I miss out someone else?

Haha, the muscular man!! Beng Beng.
Sorry ah, I almost forget him, cos he was too busy enjoying the superyummydelicious Bihun Goreng Ikan Bilis.

Looks so simple, but nice!

Bloggers meet is just like old friends gather around, exchanging news, gossiping each others stories, and that makes up the night.

What’s next?
I’m telling you, I’m going to Gold Coast this Friday. Bon Voyage to me ! Catch me in Facebook, hopefully I can go online while I’m on travel. See ya ~