Motormouth From Ipoh – A Malaysian Food Blog

continuation from Motormouth in Betong ….

If you’ve absolutely NO idea where Lenggong or Gerik is, then I highly doubt you’re familiar with the town named Sauk in the district of Kuala Kangsar, Perak.

On the way back from Betong, we stopped over in Gerik for a fruit feast, walloping durians, rambutans, pulasan, and longans. All thanks to mboy’s landlord, who was being more than generous and enthusiastic in sharing his treasure stash of tropical fruits in his house, mostly given by friends/relatives and those who own farms around Hulu Perak.

Talk about some guys have all the luck. Here in Ipoh, to be given a ‘Mau San Wong’ (a rather highly-prized species of the durian) for FOC sounds like a typical scratch-n-win contest. You know there’s a catch somewhere. CONTINUE READING THE REST OF THIS ENTRY »

Blogged about Hoy Tin Lau Restaurant waaaaayyyy back then, before they relocated to this new location in Bercham in Ipoh. So to those of you who were fans of Hoy Tin Lau’s amazing range of freshwater fishes (albeit at a price, beware …), and the incomparable Sar Kiong Kai (Roast Chicken served with freshly mashed ginger/galangal), but felt dumped somewhat by the sudden closing of the restaurant, don’t fret. About 5-10 minutes away, you’ll find your solace.

Now the place can seat a larger crowd, compared to the rather cramped cornerlot back then

Steamed Tilapia with Spicy Bean Sauce