Jalan Jalan Cari Makan at Balik Pulau - Part 2

After having some laksa, we drove around and looking for the third mural art. At first we drove passed and miss it. And we end up drove to other place passing thru some padi fields which we did not get the chance to stop as lots of car behind us. But when we turned back as thinking to visit other places, we finally spotted the third mural.

Balik Pulau Art Mural 3

Balik Pulau Art Mural 4 - Balik Pulau Lodge

After that we drive towards Teluk Bahang direction and we get to stop by Balik Pulau Lodge for the art mural. But we were too full for the hakka food this time. Perhaps next time will drop by for their hakka dishes.

Balik Pulau Lodge Mural

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Behind Balik Pulau Lodge, there is one shop that selling hand made products, ranging from nutmeg balm, nutmeg medicated oil, dried nutmeg, home made ginger soap, freshly baked pop corn, some Taiwan peanuts product, ice - cream, home made fermanted bean paste & bean curds and more........

 Shop selling different kind of food

KOCABI Gelato Bars

They also selling kocabi ice-cream. They have 12 different flavours. Since it is quite a hot day, we decided to get some ice creams. So 3 of us get to try durian, passionfruit and dark chocolate flavours. 

Kim Seng Kopitiam

After chatting with the owner of the previous shop. They introduced us to Kim Seng Kopitiam. They told hubby must try their laksa, Char Koay Teow and Pasembur. Well, to be frankly, both my gal and I was looking at each other when hubby said since we were in Balik Pulau might as well go and try out.

 

After we were seated, we just realised that this shop were formerly beside old market.

Siam Laksa - RM4

The siam laksa is very lemak type of laksa. But it has a very fragrant smell of aroma. My gal sips the first taste and she doesn't like it but after a spoonful of it, she started to like it.

Assam Laksa - RM4

Char Koay Tiaw - RM4

They also served fried rice. However, it is a long wait for the char koay tiaw. There are many customers dine in and also take away. Since we were not hungry with all the foods we had. We decided to wait. It took us around 20 minutes. Hubby loves the way the owner handle the food. It is very hygiene. 

The Char koay Tiaw is something different. By the way, they were using charcoal to cook this char koay tiaw the modern way. 

Sarkies Corner @ E & O Hotel, Penang.

It's been quite a long time that I did not blog about Sarkies Corner. The last time I blog about them was few years back, where their's buffet was still at Sarkies Corner. Review can be viewed here. As for now all the buffets were moved to new wings - Sarkies. 

Today, I am going to blog about Sarkies Corner. But this time I am going to elaborate more about "The Bakery", Weekend Local Specialties and some of the ala carte menu.

SARKIES CORNER - THE BAKERY

The bakery is just located on your right at the entrance of the Sarkies Corner.

It's operates daily from 11:00 am  to 9:00pm.

What is the special deal for THE BAKERY?

Normally you will get a slice of cake for RM12++. If you like something extra to go with the cake. Like a cup of hot beverage, just pay RM18++. (applies for DINE-IN only)

Another good news, you get 50% off bakery items from 6pm onwards.

Let me show you what kind of cakes, pastries and muffins that are being served from the pastry counter at THE BAKERY during my visit.

This choc banana cake has a very rich banana flavours. If you are banana lovers, you will love this. The chocolate itself does not really empower the banana flavours. I like the white chocolate coated nuts on top of it. It is very crunchy and nice as well.

Their Tiramisu is a bit special. As the outer part of the Tiramisu is cover with layer sponge cake. The layer sponge cake consists of different spices. Which remind me about the Indonesia layer cake. Something different and special.

The dark choc mousse will attract those who loves dark chocolate. I think I can classify myself as the dark chocolate lover category of person. The chocolate use in this cake is imported from overseas. My gal told me that it is not too bitter nor sweet. She said she loves it. Guess may be can order this for her birthday cake this year. 

Pavlova......... oh it's been quite sometime that I did not had this. Pavlova always reminds me about my years back in Melbourne. All the memories flew back. This mini Pavlova is quite nice. Give it a try!

They also served different type of scones, pastries and muffins. You should be able to get something that suits your taste buds here.

Chef Naza is the chef that bake the above different types of cakes, pastries, muffins, scones and etc.

LOCAL WEEKEND SPECIALTIES

Every week they will have different weekend specialties which I am going to elaborate further in the following post.

Week 1 - Roasted Chicken and Duck Rice, Popiah and Pie Tee

I was told that their roasted chicken and duck rice are on of their famous best sellers food. After I tried it, indeed I am agreed with them. While writing this post right now, I still cannot forget the chicken and duck meat. It is very tender and juicy. hmm...... perhaps I am going back soon over the weekend to fulfill my wish. Hahahahhahahah.......

I am actually not the popiah fan. But the popiah is quite nice and as for pie tee, it is very crunchy at the outer part and inside it is very juicy. My friends just put all that into their mouth in one go. They said its nice with the combination at one go.

Week 2 - Laksa Lemak and Bubur Pulut Hitam

Are you the lemak laksa fans? If you are, you will definitely like this. It is very lemak and spicy.

Week 3 - Penang Prawn Mee and Rojak Buah Buahan

Week 4 - Nasi lemak and Ice Kacang

WEEKEND LOCAL SPECIALTIES IS ONLY APPLY ON EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY. FROM 12 NOON TO 3PM. COST: RM 20++ PER DISH.

ALA CARTE MENU

Beef Rendang served with steamed rice

It is basically local spices beef stew with coconut milk, chilli and lemongrass.

Mamak Mee Goreng

Fried yellow noodle with prawn, chicken meat, chicken egg, bean sprout, bean curd, potatoes and peanut sauce. I quite enjoy this mamak mee goreng as it has a rich aroma of peanut sauce use.

GRILLED GRASS FED BEEF SIRLOIN

Grill beef served with wild mushroom ragout, tomato relish and shallot sauce.

KOAY TEOW SOUP

Flat rice noodles served with rich chicken broth, fish balls, fish cakes, chicken meat and choy sum.

Spaghetti Pomodoro

TAGLIATELLIE CARBONARA

Tagliatellie served with roasted chicken breast, mushroom and cream.

You can choose to use chicken egg or duck egg for this the Char Koay Teow. I usually will opt for the duck egg as I feel that it is more favourable. The Char Koay Teow was presented with cone shape wrap with banana leave. When being served, they will just open right in front of you. It's like you are waiting for something special to review.

AMERICAN BEEF BURGER

It consists of Cheese, mayonnaise, tomatoes, cucumbers, onion rings, gherkins, lettuce, chicken egg, beef and served with sesame seed bun plus French fries.

SEASONAL TROPICAL FRUITS

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EASTERN & ORIENTAL HOTEL

SARKIES CORNER

Address: 10 Lebuh Farquhar, 10200 Georgetown, Penang.

Operating hours 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (Daily)

Enquiries & Reservations:  +(6) 04 222 2000 ext. 3175

To wrap up my blog, I would present you the following collage shots of  E & O scenery. It is quite a nice strolling place after coffee break/weekend local specialties or any ala carte food from the menu. Sometime, it's good to stop, sit back and just relax!