by See Foon Chan-Koppen Escape the ordinary and embark on a culinary journey at 22 Grill in Greentown, where Tan Tai Hoong, an Ipoh virtuoso returning from China, has transformed barbecue dining into a scent-free symphony of style and flavour.…
by SeeFoon Chan-Koppen Who hasn’t heard of Ramen? Ever since this Japanese staple became a hit outside of its home country, its been the darling go-to for jaded palates tired of our iconic Kai Si Hor Fun (KSHF) or Curry…
by SeeFoon Chan-Koppen Nestled in the heart of Ipoh very close to the Sultan Aslan Shah airport, the gastronomic gem known as LA FIN has managed to captivate both my palate and my senses in ways I never thought possible.…
By SeeFoon Chan-Koppen Madam Kok, a culinary gem, challenges the Chinese traditional disdain for pork-free Chinese food, especially Dim Sum. This haven of innovation, nestled within lush greenery, redefines Dim Sum by ingeniously crafting each dish without pork, yet still…
By See Foon In the culinary world, few ingredients have garnered as much controversy as MSG (monosodium glutamate). For years, this flavor-enhancing agent has been both lauded and demonized, leaving food lovers like myself perplexed. As a food enthusiast and…
When I was invited to lunch by Edward Foo to the Hahaha Cafe for Thai food, I thought he was joking. But sure enough there is a Cafe by that name! And Thai food it was. Authentically Thai too. And…
by SeeFoon Chan-Koppen When you name your restaurant Sedap, you’d better live up to your claim and your menu items had better be “Delicious” or you’re going to get loads of brickbats. Thankfully Gary Soh and his gorgeous wife Penny…
By SeeFoon Chan-Koppen Want a quick and satisfying meal? Something ‘downhome’ and tasty? In a venue that is air-conditioned, presentable, with a wide choice? Then D’North Star is the place to head for. The menu is extensive and when you…
By SeeFoon Chan-Koppen I was invited by the inimitable Chef YC of Above Gastrobar to sample their Christmas menu. Naturally I was thrilled and rearranged my schedule to make my evening free. I had been dying to try Koji, that…
By SeeFoon Chan-Koppen Having been absent for a while, recovering from a fall, I am back on the culinary scene bursting with energy and excited to discover all the new culinary delights that are popping up all over Ipoh. And…
Today I am applauding and celebrating the return of young folks to Ipoh, whether out of necessity as in old parents or tired of the rat race in bigger cities. Plus the lure of a more peaceful lifestyle in Ipoh…
by See Foon-Koppen I have tried for the past 25 years since living in Ipoh to find a Char Kway Teow (CKT) to drool over. Hitherto I have relied on my forays into Penang to get that palate stimulating kick…