:: Idealite Wellness Restaurant 品味舒食 ::

Idealite ~ Malaysia First Wholesome Dining Place, is now available in Penang. :) If you are into a healthy and wholesome meal, you can try out this place. There are 3 outlets available in Penang ~ Waterfall, Queensbay Mall and Gurney Plaza.

I have heard of this restaurant for sometime, but do not have a chance to visit it. Finally, they have open one new outlet in Gurney Plaza, so it's easier for me. :)

Overview of Idealite

People said first impression is very important. Yes, I agree with this especially if you are into business. Their menu is superb attractive. Check it out yourself. I just have here a sneak preview. :P

 I've ordered their Signature Nasi Lemak. It's an excellent choice, and indeed a Signature Dish. I love the Sweet Potato curry. The taste of spices are perfectly brings out the flavour. Definitely won't be a wrong choice.This serves with the Brown Rice. Yumm is th word. =D

Signature Nasi Lemak (RM 15.70)

 He ordered Bak Kut Teh Vermicelli and was satisfied with the choice. Initially I was thinking a meatless bak kut teh will be weird but it does come out really something out of expectation.

Bak Kut Teh Vermicelli (RM 13.70)

  Because he is a MEAT person, so he was afraid that just the vermicelli will not fill up his tummy, so he ordered extra dish, which is Sesame Chee Cheong Fun. Well, since the original Chee Cheong Fun you could get out there are also meatless, so I personally think the Sesame Chee Cheong Fun they serve here not that unique or special. But you can try too if you want.

Sesame Chee Cheong Fun (RM 5.70)

There a lot of healthy drinks they serve here, from fresh fruit juices to Chinese Sweet Deserts to some healthy drinks. Well, we ordered Fresh Lemonade, and indeed very very lemony, and of course they serve it less sweet, so it's kinda sour. =P

Fresh Lemonade (RM 5.70)

If you are looking for a healthy meal and meatless meal, and you don't really have time to prepare it yourself, do drop by this place for a wholesome meal. Their promises ~ no MSG, and a healthier way.

Idealite Gurney Plaza 
3F-60, Gurney Plaza,
Persiaran Gurney
10300 Georgetown Penang

:: Winter Solstice 冬至 ~ Tang Yuen ::

For Chinese tradition, everytime when it's Mid Winter, roughly around December, they will celebrate Winter Solstice. It's a time whereby all the family get together again, and make the Tang Yuen together. It's symbolized family unity. My family are everywhere of the world. So it's quite difficult for them to come back for this season. Well, I managed to make some, to have it with my mum. :)

Overview of Tang Yuen Making

Normally, we don't like it just plain white for our Tang Yuen (Glutinous Rice Ball). But we don't like it for just artificial colouring. So, I did a few colours with natural colour.

As you can see from the picture, I have 5 colours include white. There are Purple, Pink, Orange, White & Blue. Purple colour is from Purple Sweet Potato, Pink is from ripe Mulberry, Blue is from Blue Flower (蓝花), Orange is from Sweet Potato and White is from the flour itself. :)

It's all about your determination. If you would want it colourful, and want it healthy, just spend a little more time to make it natural colours with beautiful effect.
Here is some other suggestions of colours from natural.

Yellow - Japanese Sweet Potato
Red - Beet Root/ Red Dragon Fruit
Green - Pandan Leaves
Grey - Yam
Black - Black Sesame Seeds
Olive Green - Green Tea/ Matcha

See, there are wonderful colours from the natural. You don't need the colourings from the market. Just spend a little time extra to have it. :D

Enjoy. Happy Winter Solstice!

My Colourful Tang Yuen

:: Via Pre ::

As Christmas is just around the corner, I think this place is a great place for Christmas Hangout with friends. I went with my bunch of colleagues.

Overview of Via Pre

Via Pre has a very cozy environment with great food as well. It's a good Italian Restaurant.
I love their Pizza the most. Thin crust with very appetizing toppings. Yumms.

Buffalina (RM 32) 

  Buffalina (tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, parma ham, rucola, parmigiano) - a splendid combination!
The parma ham is real good!

Del Porto Salad (RM 26)

Del Porto Salad ~ a combination of mix salad, rocket salad, smoked salmon, prawns, asparagus, artichokes, tomatoes, lemon & chives dressings, capers and olives. A word to describe ~ fresh.

Gnocchi Allo Speck (RM 29)

Gnocchi Allo Speck ~ Ricotta & Potatoes dumpling in blue cheese sauce with speck. I like this very much. But this dish you cannot finish it all by yourself coz it's too cheesy. =P

Catch of the Day (RM 39)

Spaghetti Aglio E Olio (RM 18)

Spaghetti Aglio E Olio seems a simple dish but it's the most difficult dish to prepare. Look plain but simply delicious. ^^

Tiramisu (RM 16)

Ricotta Cake (RM 16)

How could you say no to dessert in an Italian Restaurant? No matter how full you are, I think you would just share a dessert. Haha... of course I said YES! and Obviously say yes again to a hot latte. :)

Hot Latte (RM 9)

It's a lovely meal at a cozy place. Excellent is the perfect word. :)

Via Pre
5 Weld Quay,
10300 Georgetown
Penang
Tel: 04-262 0560
Business Hour: 10am - 11pm (Daily)

:: Hon Kei Food Corner ::

This place is all about Pork, whether you would like to order a bowl of porridge or vermicelli. The only choice is whether you want the normal which includes the minced meat, brain, intestine, liver & heart; or just the minced meat. Haha... this must be sounded scary to ya. :p

Overview of Hon Kei Food Corner

The owner used to sell his "Bak Moey" or Pork Porridge at a small stall by the roadside. Due to overwhelming response through years, now he own this nice restaurant with proper seats for the customers. Good choice!

Minced Meat Porridge (RM 6.00)

Of course I just ordered the Minced Meat only coz I don't really fancy the rest. But for 'him', he ordered with Brain as well. -_-' (That will be another RM 1.50).

Lots of Meat

Look, it's really got a lot of meat. Real meat. :) It's worth the money you pay.

Hon Kei Food Corner
45 Kampung Malabar,
10100 Georgetown, Penang
Tel：012 - 443 5559 / 016 - 443 9085 （For takeaway orders）
Business Hours：9:00am - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 12:00am （Closed on Thu）

:: Armenian House Cafe ::

I've noticed this cafe through other ppl's blog few weeks back. But noticed that they just open until 6pm. Well, I finally managed to step in to this cafe on Sunday when I went for a ride with buddies.
It's nice place as it gave you that heritage feel. :)

Overview of Armenian House

As we had a big breakfast and the weather was so hot, we didn't order any food. Just drinks .. I mean coffee.. and yes, ICED. =D

Three Different Types of Coffee

Can you differentiate which is which? =P From left: Hazelnut Latte (RM 13) , Cappuccino (RM 12), Caramel Latte (RM 13). I can say their coffee is just normal. Not a wow factor but overall not bad. I must admit that the ice did a very good job for the weather.

Heritage Feel

 The cafe is nicely decorated. Notice the picture frames at the wall? They are lovely.

Nicely Decorated Wall

Hazelnut Latte (RM 13)

A tempting cup of Hazelnut Latte for a warm day. Satisfying. :)

Armenian House Cafe
35, Lebuh Armenian,
10200 Georgetown Penang
Tel: +6016 486 8309 / +6012 300 8277 / +604 262 8309 
Business Hour:  9am till 6pm

:: Namoo Korean Dessert Cafe ::

As a Korean fans, I'm in love everything about Korean (한글), from the language to the culture to the drama to the places to the food! I love them completely. I will go for all the Korean food available in town, try everything of them. :) 

Not long ago, there is this Korean food cafe opens in Gurney Plaza, Penang. No doubt, I will of course visit this place and immediately I'm in loved. :D 

Namoo Korean Dessert Cafe

We ordered something very special - Beef Rice Burger. This is soooo good! I love the Rice Burger as it was made from Mixed grains with seaweed, compressed it to a bun-like. It's hard to explain how good it was. =P 

Beef Rice Burger (RM 23.90)

Garlic Bulgogi Rice - it's a traditional Korean dish. But it's never a wrong choice. :D 

Garlic Bulgogi Rice (RM 20.90)

In this cafe, they serve all sort of very special drinks. Well, at least with all the special names that we might not know what is it until you really order them.

Milky HwaChe (RM 12.90)

It's a lovely place. I'll definitely come again, and surely will introduce others about this lovely cafe. Look, they are so considerate. "There is a hook under the table to hang your bag"

It's written on the serviette ^^

An incredible experience to dine in this Fusion style Korean Cafe. You should try! ^^ 

Namoo Korean Dessert Cafe
170-G-40 Gurney Plaza, Persiaran Gurney 
10250 Penang
Tel: 04 - 226 4810
Business Hour: 10am till 10pm (Daily) 

:: Victoria Rossa English Tea Room ::

I always love English Afternoon Tea and this place I'm going to share here is listed as one of my favourite spots now. Today is not my first time, and definitely not my last time too. I will sure visit this place very often. Perhaps I will blog on the next time on other type of food or on any updates or new menu of this place. 

An Overview of Victoria Rossa English Tea Room

I love the deco of this place. It's such English style, and it feels like when you are dining here or having a cup of tea, you are dining like the Queen. :) 

The Front Area

Their pastries here like scones, butter cake, orange cake or Hershey's chocolate cake, are really good. I love their scones and orange cake. Yumms... 

Raisin Scone (RM 6)

Of course, cannot resist their flower tea too. Today I had a pot of Victorian's Blend - Tea of Julia (Chamomile with lemongrass). Very mild tea, a good choice for the day. Oh, you need to steep for 8 minutes. (Exactly, wait for the hour glass)

Victorian's Blend - Tea of Julia (RM 12/ pot)

My favourite main at Victoria Rossa is their Shepherd's Pie. Love it. Spiciness from the amountful of blackpepper. =D 

Old Style Shepherd's Pie (RM 19.90)

Their Old English Grilled Chicken wasn't my liking. Too much of thyme herbs. Tasted the herbs, and not the chicken. 

Old English Grilled Chicken (RM 26) 

They do serve special set for Lunch. For the environment, so the pricing considered quite okay.

Special Lunch Menu

Overall, this place is a very beautifully decorated restaurant, with the English twist. It's a perfect place for a peaceful afternoon tea, and also for a good girls' night out. 
They also caters for party as well. 

Victoria Rossa

Victoria Rossa English Tea Room
33, Jalan Irrawady, 10050 Penang 
Tel: 04-226 9128
Business Hour: 11am till 10pm (Close on Tuesday)