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Category: Nyonya

Jiu Hu Char (Stir-Fried Jicama with Dried Cuttlefish)

Posted on February 27, 2025February 27, 2025 By Alexandra Wong No Comments on Jiu Hu Char (Stir-Fried Jicama with Dried Cuttlefish)
Jiu Hu Char (Stir-Fried Jicama with Dried Cuttlefish)

This Chinese New Year, I had the privilege of learning how to make jiu hu char, a beloved Nyonya dish, from my mum. For those unfamiliar, it’s a stir-fry of jicama (or bangkuang) and dried cuttlefish. Typically enjoyed as a side dish with rice or wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, it embodies the essence of…

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Chinese, Malaysian, Nyonya, Recipes You May Like, Side dish, Vegetables

Nyonya & Hainanese Comfort Food at D North Star, Ipoh

Posted on January 10, 2023January 13, 2023 By Alexandra Wong No Comments on Nyonya & Hainanese Comfort Food at D North Star, Ipoh
Nyonya & Hainanese Comfort Food at D North Star, Ipoh

I’ve passed D North Star ‘s unassuming frontage a million times but never bothered to check the restaurant out, because our goal is to withdraw money from Maybank Canning Garden Ipoh next door. Zip and go. A few weeks ago when I was by myself, I felt a sudden stab of curiosity and went in….

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Food review, Malaysian, Nyonya, Stories

Home-style Nyonya Cooking at Jason Nyonya House, Penang

Posted on January 7, 2023January 13, 2023 By Alexandra Wong No Comments on Home-style Nyonya Cooking at Jason Nyonya House, Penang
Home-style Nyonya Cooking at Jason Nyonya House, Penang

I’ve been curious about Jason Nyonya House for a while. We must have passed it at least half a dozen times because it’s near my husband’s nanny’s house. However, we never really got round to trying it out as Nanny always cooks for us. Then a few weeks ago, a most serendipitous incident led us…

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Food review, Malaysian, Nyonya, Stories

Nyonya Heritage Food at KUEH by Bibik’s Kitchen, Penang

Posted on December 29, 2021May 31, 2023 By Alexandra Wong 2 Comments on Nyonya Heritage Food at KUEH by Bibik’s Kitchen, Penang
Nyonya Heritage Food at KUEH by Bibik’s Kitchen, Penang

Our discovery of KUEH by Bibik’s Kitchen – a hidden gem serving some of Penang’s best nyonya heritage food – began with a frustrating search for old-fashioned kaya. To be exact, pleasing hubby’s craving for the kind of traditional kaya he grew up with in Penang. From famous brands to owner-operated cafes to roadside stalls,…

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Food review, Nyonya

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