It is quite uncommon to find all 3 types of flavour kolo mee in a single plate. I was introduced to a hidden gem; Teck Teck Cafe at 7th Mile, Kota Sentosa which has something unique to offer.
On a single plate, there are original, chili and soya sauce flavoured kolo mee. It costs RM 6.50, a bit pricey for a bowl of kolo mee here but one will get to taste all the type of flavours they got to offer. It tastes great and an ideal breakfast to start the day.
The last time I travelled by bus to Miri in some 20 years ago and recently I made another trip to Miri by bus there from Sibu. The bus departed at 1.30pm from Sibu and arrived at Miri at 9pm with stops at Selangau, Bintulu and Niah.
Pujut Bus Terminal has served as the long distance bus terminal for Miri as long as I remember. Nothing has changed much here since the last time I was here. The bus terminal was pitch-dark when I arrived here at 9pm with all the sales counters closed.
I been told by the locals here that this bus terminal will be closed down soon and relocated to a site near Miri Hospital.
This post pay homage to this bus terminal which will probably wind down by this month. May the new bus terminal serve Miri better.
Ah Hui Chicken Rice is situated at Seafood Pandungan Bay Seafood (off Jalan Rumbia/Jalan Petanak). Basically, it is just beside the Petanak Central Market.
During daytime the restaurant is basically a chicken rice shop and a seafood restaurant at night. It should be interesting to try its menu at night.
On my second attempt, I made it here as early as 1045, just right after they open for business. There was quite a crowd already by the time I arrive with some dine in and take away.
The chicken rice arrived pretty fast after the order was made. Only steamed chickens are available and no roast chicken option. The chicken is juicy and tender with hint of sesame oil. The chicken is topped with some pickled cucumber. The rice is also no ordinary rice as it is robust and rich in taste. Generous amount of chili sauce was served along with the dish.
I ordered a coconut to go along with the meal and the total cost worked up to RM 13. A plate of chicken rice here cost RM 7 according to the price list displayed on the stall. What set it apart from other shop is probably its rice and the pickled cucumber.
One of the favourite place to have breakfast among the locals in Kuching is Hon Hin Cafe at Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman (same row of with CIMB bank and Alliance bank)
This place open early and already almost packed when I arrived at 6.40am. By 7am, queue started to form at the entrance of the shop. The shop interior is pretty old school and narrow. Due to its layout, it can be quite heaty even in the morning.
The place is famous for its kolo mee and mixed pork soup (a set cost RM 14). I dont find the kolo mee anything special but the mixed pork soup is worth a try. Although it is light, the presence of ginger and cooking wine are noticeable and don't overpower the overall the taste.
Another thing worth trying here is its maka coffee (RM 10). It has a rich taste and can be diluted down with warm water. It is served with the traditional small coffee cup, sugar and milk.
Craft beer is nothing new to me and I had the opportunity to explore some of the international brands during my time in Malaysia capital city.
Now, my home state of Sarawak had produced locally produced craft beer with the name derived from the year when the first map of Borneo was published.
Currently, 1602 beers come in 4 flavours; Lager, Pale Ale, Wheat and Extra Dark. Price per cup range from RM 8-15 depending on the outlets visited and their set price. Usually, the wheat and Extra Dark will cost a little bit more.
Best beer to start with for starter will be the Lager which is the lightest. This is a refreshing beer with hint of fruits.
The Pale Ale is more mouthfeel than the lager with fruitness derived from the fermentation with English hops. Casual bitterness and low carbonation.
Wheat beer is inspired by the unique character of 3 major wheat beer style; German, Belgium and US. This 1602 wheat beer is still a decent one although I still prefer the German wheat beer.
I reckon the Extra Dark is the best beer in 1602 line up. Brewed with chocolate malts and roasted barley. Moderate mouthfeel, delightful coffee chocolate note serve with lower carbonation. It contains high level of antioxidant and vitamin B+ from the roasted barley malts.
I must agree that all the 1602 beers are easy to drink and its price make it more affordable for the locals to enjoy craft beer. The master brewer also successfully brewed the taste of all the beers to suit the local taste buds.
