~Brought up 2 SharE~: October 2009

It was like a hobby to me.

Sitting right in front of the 'idiot box', staring and scrutinizing almost every celebrity who walked onto the red carpet. Such loyal fan to music awards and Oscars.

Here I am, the dream seemed vivid now.

Our red carpet moment

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to my bestie, WeiZhi (Citygal) and also Simon Seow, who invited Chris and I to gain excess to one of my vague reveries, with their creative entries on Pringles.

It was totally an honour to be a part of the blog awards as we get to familiarize with so many top bloggers as well as the celebrities from Singapore, Malaysia, Australia and Philippines. Not to forget Uniquely Singapore who sponsored us accommodation and a full day tour exploring the metropolis and heritage sites of Singapore.

Do bear with me as this post will be brimmed with pictures ;) Just can't resist not taking photos with so many beautiful people around us!

Citygal and I checked in first and immediately we have to get ourselves ready for the gala.

How we wish there was a fairy godmother who could transform us right away into a grommed-up Cinderella.

But Citygal and I managed to doll up. Without the fairy godmother.

Continued from Ipoh Day 1.....

After a good night sleep at Citygal's place, we woke up the next morning, all geared up for more food crawling. She has the EAT LIST.

We were so ready to explore Ipoh. I meant Ipoh delicacies.

Let's chow down, shall we?

Just an overview of our day 2 food tour:

#1 The New Foh San Dim Sum

I've been to Foh San years ago when they were still not allocated to this new address, and I was really amazed with the new Foh San building. At one glance, we noticed the well-dressed exterior with a neat and oriental furnishings. With another glance scrutinized, there were the crowds! Tables of families, with more patrons waiting at each and every single table for their turn to be seated. We were one of those groups, paused at Foh San waiting patiently. I've heard that they have good buisness like this everyday! Very impressive. Just hope that they'll consider letting their customers wait in line with numbers instead of standing guard of the tables. But in a good way, the patrons who were eating will tend to eat faster rite! ;)

The Foh San environment

The Dim Sums - Chris and I find these little fried and steamed savouries good. To be honest, I've forgotten what the dim sums tasted like during the old Foh San times, but I liked them. No furious complaints on these dishes.

Restoran Foh San Ipoh

51 Jalan Leong Sin Nam, 30300 Ipoh, Perak.

Tel: (605) 254-0308

Fax: (605) 253-5432

http://www.fohsan.com.my/

#2 Tian Chun (House of Mirror) - Egg Custard

Since we missed this on our very first day in Ipoh, the intention to have this sweet indulgence accumulated stronger. We ta-paoed the egg custard from Tian Chun and have this savoured in Foh San (shhh... outside food!) Very wobbly, you'llhave to let it stand and rest for a while before you could capture the perfect picture of it. Do not blame your shaky hands but it's the egg custard's fault. ;P Caramel drizzled onto the custard was heavenly and not forgeting its smoothness, great for ladies! However, according to Citygal, its standard had somehow decreased compared to the last time she had hers.

#3 Funny Mountain Tau Foo Fah

We know where to head next. Remember I mentioned that foods like hor fun, chicken and CCF are smoother here in Ipoh? This Tau Foo Fah proved I'm correct once again. At Funny Mountain, they even have drive-thru service :) Oh yes, business is good here. I think if we drop by later, we would missed the chance to give this a try. Do check out their Tau Foo Fah and Soy Milk!

Funny Mountain

49 Jalan Theatre

Ipoh, Perak

#4 Sin Eng Heong - Mini Kaya Puff

We just couldn't miss any queuing. Lining up was a part time during our visit, same goes to getting the aromatic Kaya Puff. Fresh from the oven, this was an extra credit. Crispy outer layer with hot and great-smelling coconut jam; the kaya - sweet and creamy. We all hummed "Hmmmmm.....!"

Sin Eng Heong

Jalan Clare, Ipoh, Perak

No. 64, Jln Mustapha Al-Bakri,

Jln Clare,30300,Ipoh Perak.

#5 Dai Shu Geok (Big Tree Foot) - Yeung Tau Foo (YTF)

This stall is nextled under a huge tree, and therefore named Dai Shu Geok. It was here that Chris and I got to know that YTF in Ipoh are also known as "LIEW" as in Yeung Liew (in Cantonese).

The crowd lining up for "LIEWs". Love the Liews here as the fish paste is springy and has a better texture; once again - smooth.

The LIEW's company; smooth hor fun.

Big Tree Foot (Dai Shu Geok)

located behind Tuck Kee Restaurant

Jalan King, Pasir Pinji,

31650 Ipoh, Perak

#6 Kedai Kopi Kwong Hong - for more Yeung LIEW again

We preferred the YTF in sold at Big Tree Foot as they have better texture. Tastewise, still satisfactory. Besides, dining under a big tree sounded more awesome. ;P I meant better feeling.

#7 Restoran Kam Wan (Aneka Selera) a.k.a Tung Ku Teng

One of the longest operating food court in Ipoh and an active one, we dined here for some street food and also had crabs from Meng Wa Seafood.

Oyster Sauce Crabs - one of Meng Wa Seafood's specialty. We heart its thick and flavoursome oyster sauce!

My first encounter to Hakka Lui Cha. Thanks to Citygal's parents :)

Wan Thau Long (“Giddy-Headed Bloke”, also known as Lengkung Kuning) that is only found in Perak. I love this sourish wobbly cold share of dessert! It was a peculiar order to us KL people as I've never tasted desserts like this.

#8 Dessert Street (Tong Shui Kai)

Our final meal for day 2...

More desserts would be best!

But we went and ordered more than desserts.

Ngap Keok Pau - A delicacy comprising a slice of pork, a slice of liver and a duck’s foot around which intestine is wrapped to form a parcel. I'm definitely no big fan of intestines and livers, but I am more than willing to try this again! :) I was like eating a drumstick instead.

Crackers with thick Rojak Sauce & peanut drizzles.

Ching Po Leung & Mixed Fruit Shaved Ice

Plain Wantan Noodles

Tong Sui Kai is located opposite SRJKC Sam Tet, off Jalan Sultan Idris

Mention Ipoh and it is not tin and caves that comes to mind but food. We manage to dig into Ipoh’s culinary icons like white coffee, hor fun, and bean sprouts-chicken.

These gastronomic gems are still extending...

Oh and what to get as souvenirs? Forget postcards and magnets, as this will replace all.