Iyara, Karpal Singh Drive

Iyara Thai Cuisine is situated at Level 2 next to Starbucks, Karpal Singh Drive , Penang. The place is usually very pack, therefore advanced booking is needed. There were quite a number of us so we did get to try a variety of dishes as shown in the pictures. 

Outdoor dining

Art on the wall

The Meng Kam dish below is a Thai appetizer most will have before the rest of the dishes. Something sweet,spicy and sour right before the main course.

The duck was delicious, it doesn't have a smell and its skin is a bit crisp. The fish meat was fresh, cooked well and the soup was a bit spicy and sour but splendid combination.

Tang Hoon was exceptionally nice, coming from a person who do not fancy Tang Hoon much. Well, my favourite coriander was a good add on for me and the big prawns too but the price was also a handsome one : )

The portion of the vegetable was little considering the price but it was tasty.

We had some desserts and it was sweet to the soul. 

Overall, it was an enjoyable meal in taste although the waiting of the food was took quite a while.

Iyara Thai Cuisine

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Contact No: 04-376 3733

Eastern Wishes at I-Avenue, Bukit Jambul, Penang

Another day, another time was my visit to Eastern Wishes for my mother's birthday. We were spoiled for choice and what is nice about this place is their prices are reasonable and it tastes real good. I was perturbed as my first post on this place 2 years ago was robbed of its pictures. Read about myTOLD:Eastern Wishes 2011, my apologies that you will not able to view the pictures of the food. It vanished from the face of the web and I was not able to uncover it anywhere. Sadly, I was not able to find my backup pictures as well. I asked Google about it but to no avail, there was no reply. Bygones be bygones, so here is Eastern Wishes in 2012.

Over a span of time since they opened, they have expanded another section, more tables for more customers. The place is rarely empty therefore traffic is good for them. There is no free WIFI service probably because they cannot afford for us to overstay our visit. :)

Curry fish, just in case you unsure.

If you would like a view of the full menu, head over to It's About Food Blog.

Mummy's birthday cake from Ritz.

Address: 1-1-49, I-Avenue, Jalan Tun Dr. Awang, Penang, Pulau Pinang, 11900
Contact no: 04-641 0191
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Original Thai Beef Koay Teow at Suncity, Penang

The word 'Original' is written before Thai Beef Koay Teow, so how authentic was it for me? I would say it was authentic enough for me to say that it was as if I'm there in Thailand eating it. And another plus point added to originality, is that the ones cooking this were Thai ladies.

The beef was perfectly tender and the soup is so tasty I drank all of it. By the way, I'm not the type to drink the soup in my mee bowl but I could not resist this. It's like herbal soup but much tastier. They served us with this four cups consisting of nuts, two types of chili and sugar. I suppose they leave us to spice up the noodles however we want but I would not understand if anyone would decide to put sugar to it. It is totally unnecessary in my humble opinion. :)

This stall is inside the Sun City Cafe at Prima Tanjung, Fettes Park.  As you can see in the picture, they sell other thai food dishes as well and it will definitely be my next try.

Photo by Les Chang - Panoramio

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Tree Monkey, Batu Feringghi, Penang

Tree Monkey restaurant at Tropical Spice Garden stands at a perched hill overlooking the Andaman Sea. Beautiful panoramic scenery depiction as I peered through the trees and saw the luscious sunset and sea. There is a slope to walk up and for those wearing stilettos may probably have a problem here, especially on the way down. The view is astounding from every angle and i am awed with beautiful nature we have around us.

Here is where we dine, at the standalone table, appearing under the 'hut'. We have a cosy corner and granted a bell service that is we were given a small bell to ring if we need any help. Sweet!

It is known that they have a pork free menu. This is Thai Tapas where you get to choose a mixture of appetizers. We picked the 12 pieces for RM45 and our choices were Prawn Sabai, Mussel Salsa, Darling Crab, and Lemongrass Skewer. My top best taste would be the Mussel Salsa, the chili and lime taste was superb. The darling crab and lemongrass skewer was stuffed with seafood filling.

Whole Fish with Lime and Chili with mint leaves - RM38.80

Tumeric Rice - Fried Rice with Tumeric and Celery - RM4.80

Masaman Curry - RM 10.80 (Small)

The Masaman curry is another Thai dish that contains cashew nuts, chicken, star anise and potatoes. I didn't know what Star Anise was when I read it on the menu but now i know after I go-ogled it. Here is all about Star Anise and how its been used in dished like this.

 More about Tree Monkey, go to http://www.treemonkey.com.my/
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Tree Monkey
@Tropical Spice Garden
Lone Grag Villa
Lot 595 Mkm 2
Teluk Bahang
11100 Penang
Tel: 04 8813494
Business Hour : 9am – 11pm (Sunday – Thursday) & 9am – midnight (Friday & Saturday)

Eaton Viet Thai Restaurant, Tanjung Bungah - Penang

It's been quite awhile since I've eaten Vietnamese food. But I'm glad I manage to visit Eaton Viet Thai Restaurant, it was indeed a delightful meal with one fiery occasion. This is Junnie, the proprieter of this restaurant with her husband who is absent at this time. They just moved back in Penang not long ago from UK. They had 5 restaurants (if I remembered right) in UK and recently sold off to come back and retire in our humble Penang Island. Junnie is originally from Penang and the husband from UK. You can see from the banner and the business card later on, the couple's picture is right on there.

See how long is the menu.

Let's get right on to the food. Some of the dishes are taken from the MYDeal.com.my promotion deal voucher. I have missed the vietnamese spring roll and finally get to sink my teeth on it and it was really nice. The prawn as you can see through the skin is a big one. The lemongrass chicken however was just alright for me.There's also the salad which is on the sourish side because of its sauces.

This minced meat and prawn rolled on sugarcane is also one of Vietnamese special dishes.  Looks like a large matchstick. You should try this. I have tasted better ones but this is also delish. Really depends on individual taste buds. The fried spring rolls is crunchy and filled up with veg, meat fillings. I loved it!

The fiery occasion is on this delicious curry lamb fellow. But it really put our tongues on fire, we had to call for help and Junnie was kind enough to simmer it down for us to a level of spiciness we all could eat. What a laugh!

This is highly recommended Belacan Chicken dish. Crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside with a nice belacan flavour.

Overall the bill came around to RM69.There are alot of varieties to choose from and that would be from a second visitation. The place is cosy for small gatherings or a hangout place to chat and eat.

Address: 27, Jalan Sungai Kelian, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Penang. 
Phone No: 04-8997211

Eastern Wishes Cafe, Penang

Eastern Wishes is a cafe that serves Nyonya, Hakka and Thai foods. The last time I went was a couple of years back. It was a cosy little square within blocks away from Scotia Bank at I-Avenue and recently I had dinner there, they have expanded a second wing. They must be doing well all these years, I am glad I visited again to taste its scrumptious  dishes. Since the first time I have been here till my last visit, I have never once was dissapointed with any of the food ordered. And I like the sound of the name, Eastern Wishes, not to mentioned the font of the name suits it so well.

Petai with Prawns - Price N/A

I really like the petai and the prawns with curry. Though Petai vegetable is not my favourite but as a whole, it tasted fabulous.The salted bean sprout is not too bad either but the portion is small for 6 people, so if please order according to the pax you have. Most likely medium size will be better.

Salted Fish Beansprout - RM 6

Stuffed Chicken Wings - RM9.50

This is an appetizer dish and the stuffing is delicious with its crispy skin.Something to whet the appetite in the beginning of the meal. I especially like my honey lemon tea compared to passion fruit taste. They have a section for fresh juices and the juices that comes from cans, so make your pick but don't be disappointed, there is a lot of other drinks to choose from too.

Honey Lemon Tea & Passion Juice

Seafood TomYam Soup - RM30 for 6 pax

The Tom Yam Seafood Soup was a 'hot' stuff, the spiciness surely did burn my tongue a little but I would think it is not a problem for the chili 'kings' and 'queens' as how we Malaysians normally refer to a person who is good at eating chilis at a high level. The mixture of sourish, sweet and abit spicy of the kerabu mango brings out a nice taste. There was some hungry people around so i did not get down to taking a full plate of the beancurd so the particular one is mine :) I love the beancurd, soft in the inside, just the right crisp on the outside coupled with the thai sauce.

Kerabu Mango - RM 6

Thai Sauce  Bean Curd - RM 5 small plate

Now for the desserts, it is also an added points for them. Good dishes and good desserts will make anyone happy. So if you come in a group, do have a variety of its appetizers, dishes and desserts to have a yummy 3 course meal. The originality of the food is simple yet scrumptious and the prices are reasonable so it does not burn out your pocket for a good meal. Oh yes, i did remember that I liked the green curry chicken and some crispy vegetable as well which is not part of this event. Please look below for more details of the shop.

Cendol - RM2.80

Tam Tim Grob - RM2.80

Address: 1-1-49, I-Avenue, Jalan Tun Dr. Awang, Penang, Pulau Pinang, 11900 Contact no: 04-641 0191
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