Penang Prawn Noodle Hokkien Mee in Johor Bahru Desa Tebrau 啊佬檳城福建面

We were pounding the pavement at Desa Tebrau in the morning when I caught a whiff of distinctive crustacean aroma from puffs of steam rising from a pot of boiling hot broth.

Where do Shishamo Capelin 多春魚 Come From? Middle Cove Beach, Newfoundland

Most of us have eaten that Japanese favourite known as Shishamo 柳葉魚 (Willow Leaf Fish) in Japan. The small silvery fish has a belly loaded full of roe, hence it is often called 多春魚 in Chinese.

Do you know where this fish come from?

Shun Wei Bak Kut Teh in Johor Bahru Pelangi JK1199 順味肉骨茶

Shun Wei 順味 is a relatively new name in Johor Bahru bak kut teh. I visited Shun Wei BKT today and enjoyed it's gentle well balanced flavours which allow the natural tastes of the fresh ingredients to shine.

Mee Hoon Kueh in Johor Bahru Bukit Indah JK1198 福州手工麵

We were pounding the corridors of shops around Bukit Indah (in Johor Bahru) for breakfast until we spotted this heartwarming sight.

Fo Guang Shan Monastery Buddha Memorial Center Kaohsiung 台灣高雄佛光山

We visited Fo Guang Shan Monastery Buddha Memorial Centre on the fifth day of our 6 day visit to Kaohsiung and Pintung with AirAsia.

Bintan Lagoon Resort BLR Indonesia

Finally, this was my first ever visit to Pulau Bintan (Indonesia) which is so near to Singapore. I am glad to spend an interesting weekend at the huge Bintan Lagoon Resort - the largest on Bintan island.

Pocket Wifi Review Singapore VisonData JK1195

I have used the pocket wifi by VisonData during my recent trips (in 2015) to Kuala Lumpur, Port Dickson and 2 separate trips to Bangkok.

From these trips, I found VisonData pocket convenient and easy to use. It's my preferred choice for staying connected while travelling. (I have also used local telco SIM cards and observed my friends who used pocket wifi from other providers.)

Memorable Things to See, Eat & Do in Kaohsiung and Pintung

AirAsia has launched it's KLIA2 to Kaohsiung service with three flights a week. With this service, now we have greater opportunities to experience the food, attractions and hospitality of the people of Kaohsiung and Pintung County in Taiwan.

Johor Kaki Interview with MediaCorp 938LIVE Singapore

I was at Singapore MediaCorp 938LIVE Radio on 23 Jul to share about Johor food and food adventures in Malaysia. On my right is radio presenter Daphne Lim and on my left, Angela Lim. 

Top 10 Most Popular Blogs at Singapore Blog Awards SBA 2015

Dear friends, Johor Kaki is one of top 10 most popular blogs at the Singapore Blog Awards 2015 based on your votes.

Thank you for your wholehearted support despite the tedious voting procedure.

Kenting Main Street Night Market 墾丁大街 Taiwan

The main street at the beach/ surf city of Kenting in southern Taiwan turns into a bustling night market known simply as Kenting Main Street 墾丁大街. There are about 200 food stalls altogether on both sides of this 200 metre stretch of road.

Liuhe Night Market in Kaohsiung Taiwan 六合夜市

Night markets in Taiwan are full of life, pulsating with overflowing energy from the street hawkers and gawking visitors. Taiwan night markets have many interesting local dishes not found outside of Taiwan. Liuhe Night Market is one of the most popular in Kaohsiung and a fine example of night markets in Taiwan.

Highlights of Food & Attractions in Kaohsiung Taiwan (Day 5 & 6 Itinerary)

I am now in Kaohsiung Taiwan with AirAsia's inaugural flight between Kuala Lumpur KL and Kaohsiung. Follow me as I share with you LIVE all the delicious food, beautiful places and nice people I meet in Kaohsiung and around southern Taiwan. (This is just a summary update while I am on the road; detailed posts to follow, once I am at home base.)

Many Unforgettable Things to Eat & See in Kaohsiung & South Taiwan (Day 3 & 4 Itinerary)

I am now in Kaohsiung Taiwan with AirAsia's inaugural flight between Kuala Lumpur KL and Kaohsiung. Follow me as I share with you LIVE all the delicious food, beautiful places and nice people I meet in Kaohsiung and around southern Taiwan. (This is a summary update while I am on the road; detailed posts will follow, once I am at home base.)

Amazing Beauty and Flavours of Kaohsiung, Kenting & Hengchun Taiwan (Days 1 & 2 Itinerary)

I am now in Kaohsiung Taiwan with AirAsia's inaugural flight between Kuala Lumpur KL and Kaohsiung. Follow me as I share with you LIVE all the delicious food, beautiful places and nice people I meet in Kaohsiung and around southern Taiwan. (This is a summary update while I am on the road; once I am at home base, detailed posts will follow.)

Brickfields Pisang Goreng Kuih Bakul Kuala Lumpur Malaysia JK1186

While exploring Kuala Lumpur's Brickfields (KL's Little India) district, I stumbled upon this 30 year old Brickfields Pisang Goreng stall. The fried banana fritter from this humble road side stall was simply marvellous.

Chicken Rice at Cafe de Hong Kong Singapore Balestier (新天地小厨茶餐厅)

Singapore is really a chicken rice paradise. Not only do we have Hainanese and Cantonese chicken rice, we also get different variations from around Asia. Cafe de Hong Kong serves a variety of chicken rice commonly found in Hong Kong which is less common in Singapore.

Go Ang Pink Shirt / Uniform Thai Chicken Rice in Pratunam Bangkok

I am a chicken rice fanatic and so wherever I go, I like to check out the local version of this dish to get my fix. Somehow, I got this feeling that I am not alone in this obsession among Singaporeans.

Master Chicken Rice in Singapore Kim Keat Palm Toa Payoh 雞師傳 JK1183

Visited Kim Keat Palm food centre in Toa Payoh today for this still little known, newly opened Master Chicken stall. This new stall serves chicken and rice that compare very well with the older well known names in the crowded world of Singapore chicken rice.

Movie Review 🎦 Foodies: The Culinary Jetset - Reflections from a Singapore/ Malaysia Street Food Blogger

As an avid food blogger (since 2012), I was extremely eager to watch the movie Foodies: The Culinary Jetset (Singapore release on 16 Jul 2015).

Good Chance Popiah Singapore 好彩薄饼

Good popiah, the kind we eat at home at special get togethers where we wrap our own spring rolls together using premium hand picked ingredients are rare in Singapore. Labour intensive and costly, it's something hard to do commercially and if anyone still does it, it can only be a labour of love. Love of tradition, love of heritage and love of food that gives us identity.

Hokto Maitake Mushrooms - Now Everyone in Singapore can Eat like a Shogun JK1180

I love mushrooms because of their unique woodsy flavours and interesting spongy texture. I also love savoury sweet sauces and soups made with mushrooms because of their natural umami flavour. So I was thrilled to attend the launch of Hokto Maitake Mushrooms in Singapore.

Kawaii Deco Sushi by Food Blogger Little Miss Bento Shirley Wong JK1179

I first met Shirley (aka littlemissbento at a food tasting). She was warm, friendly and cheerful. We spoke about what food bloggers talk about when they first meet. Sharing our passion for food and little tips on those pesky technical website things bloggers have to deal with.

Café Racer by Grillbar in Pelangi Johor Bahru Update 2018

We had afternoon tea at Cafe Racer by Grillbar today. Love the American style food and biker theme of this unique little eatery in Johor Bahru 🏍

Mak's Noodle in Singapore Centrepoint 新加坡麥奀雲吞麵世家

7 Jul 2015. Today marks the Grand Opening of the first outlet in Singapore of Hong Kong's famous Mak's Noodle. I've read and heard a lot about the famed Mak's Noodles but have never tried it in Hong Kong. So, I am glad that I can try it in Singapore (though I have no reference point of what Mak's is like in HK).

Incomplete Best Chicken Rice in Singapore and Johor

If you are visiting Singapore, don't leave the sunny island without eating chicken rice. Here's 5 reasons why you must eat Singapore chicken rice.

Permas Jaya Xin Thianman Black "Char Siew" Wanton Mee in Johor Bahru 新天满锦旺雲吞面

Updated 4 Oct 2019. Today, we went back to Xin Thianman kopitiam for their unique black "char siew" wanton mee at 锦旺雲吞面 stall.

Hua Kee Chicken Rice at Redhill Market Singapore 华记鸡饭

Hua Kee Chicken Rice 华记鸡饭 ranks with the best in Singapore in the books of many foodies and chicken rice lovers.

Ming Kee Chicken Rice & Porridge 明记鸡饭粥 Bishan (Old Bugis). One of Singapore's Best & Oldest

Ming Kee 明记 at Bishan MRT station is quite aggressive in giving their poached chicken the Cantonese "cold turkey ice dunking" treatment, so their cold served chicken boasts the clear 3-layers of tender juicy meat, jelly fat and soft smooth skin.

The Diner by The Travelling COW in CT Hub Kallang Singapore JK1171

And this, my friends, is Singapore's beloved Hainanese chicken rice - in it's newest incarnation.

Fei Fei 肥肥 Wanton Mee of Jurong not the Fei Fei 飛飛 of Joo Chiat Singapore

Today, I managed to lure my "Eat Gang" out of their usual haunts in Singapore's fancied east to the island's ulu (remote) west. Our motley crew were on our own Journey to the West in search of the truth about Singapore's two famous wanton mee stalls, Fei Fei and Fei Fei. Here is one where West (Jurong) is preferred over the East (Joo Chiat), to my simple taste buds.

AABC2015 AirAsia Bloggers' Community Photo Rally & Party 2015 in Bangkok JK1169

Johor Kaki had the opportunity to participate in the AirAsia Bloggers' Community Photo Rally & Party 2015 in Bangkok. One hundred bloggers from Asia and Australia took part in the events in Bangkok on 10 Jun 2015.

Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru Ramadhan Buffet JK1168

Johor Kaki was invited to visit the Ramadhan buffet at Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru. As expected, the buffet spread was extensive with many varieties of traditional and international dishes but I just indulged myself with my usual favourites.