February 9th, 2010 at 4:17am
Bangkok’s Chinatown - Teochew Porridge (潮州糜)
Bangkok’s Chinatown may have changed over the years but it is truly a foodie’s paradise. There is a mix of old and new restaurants and food stalls in the area. During my recent trip to Bangkok, I had a wonderful time sampling some of the best Bangkok’s food along Yaowarat Road. Indeed, some of the most authentic local foods can be found among Chinatown’s hidden lanes and alleyways such as Yaowaphanit Lane and Phat Sai Road.
The place has a lot of character (Teochew porridge stall, Bangkok’s Chinatown)
Talking about Teochew porridge, a big pot of piping hot plain porridge used to feed an entire family for a day in the poor old days. Sometimes sweet potatoes are added into the porridge. I found an old-fashioned Teochew porridge stall operating out of an old corner shophouse at the end of Phat Sai Road. Yeah the place is a little run down, but I liked the character of the place. The stall offers a wide variety of authentic Teochew dishes such as steamed fish and cooked salted duck eggs.
Teochew rice porridge is usually served with small side dishes of savoury meats and vegetables
Teochew cuisine is noted for its simplicity and delicate flavour among the Chinese. Teochew rice porridge is usually served with small side dishes of savoury meats and vegetables. The prices here are very reasonable (3 bowls of porridge plus four side dishes and drink cost less than 100 THB) and the stall is extremely popular with locals during lunch hour.
Enjoying a piping hot bowl of plain porridge
There are many Teochew porridge stalls in Thailand but I believe that the best Teochew porridge comes from Bangkok’s Chinatown. Besides Cantonese congee (called zhou in Mandarin Chinese), I love Teochew muay (porridge) especially after returning from familiarization trip to Singapore (too much rich and oily food).
February 7th, 2010 at 1:41pm
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February 6th, 2010 at 12:25am
Rivet Grill (Indigo Pearl Phuket)
Designed by world-renowned architect, interior and landscape designer Bill Bensley, Indigo Pearl Phuket is truly one of Phuket’s most memorable resorts. Set among tall palms and lush tropical landscaping along Nai Yang Beach on Phuket’s northwest shore, the resort is located just 10 minuties from Phuket International Airport. With Asia’s best golf courses and country clubs close by, guests have convenient access to Blue Canyon Country Club (10 minutes), Mission Hills (10 minutes), and Laguna Phuket Golf Club (15 minutes).
Pearl Bed Suite (Indigo Pearl Phuket)
Spacious private balcony (Pearl Bed Suite, Indigo Pearl Phuket)
The resort itself is unlike other resorts I have been to. Inspired by Phuket’s tin mining past, Indigo Pearl Phuket offers 277 luxurious guestrooms beautifully decorated with soft furnishings such as Thai silk and combined with the natural elements completes a contemporary elegant picture. I had a lovely room with a tub on a private balcony overlooking the garden. It was quiet and peaceful. The room was nice and had its own distinctive character. The interior design of the room looked stunning and beautiful and was all done in a professional manner. It is ideal for newlyweds who are seeking a relaxing slice of paradise for their post-wedding sojourn.
Shower room (Pearl Bed Suite, Indigo Pearl Phuket)
Outdoor tub (Pearl Bed Suite, Indigo Pearl Phuket)
As I walked around the resort, I found many interesting photo opportunities. Metal sculptures created out of recycled materials were tastefully on display in the garden . A dazzling mass display of Heliconia and Etlingera (Torch ginger) gave the resort an exotic feel. One night in Indigo Pearl Phuket, it was a truly remarkable experience for me.
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