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For those who are too busy to work out an itinerary, try out this sample itinerary. <br />
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<strong><span style="color: #cc0000;">1 DAY INTRO TRIP ITINERARY </span></strong><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">7:30 - Breakfast</span> :-</div>
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A) DimSum <br />
(Foh San/Ming Court/Yoke Fook Moon<br />
- GPS: N04 35.812 E101 05.187); or<br />
B) Hawker Fare <br />
(Kong <a href="mailto:Heng@Oldtown">Heng@Oldtown</a><br />
-GPS: N04 35.776 E101 04.676); or<br />
C) Xin Quan Fang Curry Noodles<br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">9:00 - Morning activity</span> :-</div>
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A) Kek Lok Tong and Sam Poh Tong; or<br />
B) Perak Tong; or<br />
C) Gua Tempurung; or<br />
D) Lost World of Tambun (whole day activity)</div>
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E) Heritage Trail<br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">13:00 - Lunch</span> :-</div>
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A) Yong Tau Foo <br />
(Dai Shu Kiok@Pasir Pinji); or<br />
B) Hawker Fare <br />
(Loke Wooi Kooi Kopitiam;<br />
Central/Wah Nam@Cowan Street); or<br />
C) Indian Curry Rice <br />
(Yong Suan Nasi Ganja@Jln Yang Kalsom<br />
-GPS: N04 35.557 E101 05.060); or<br />
D) DaiChau <br />
(Wong Koh <a href="mailto:Kee@Oldtown">Kee@Oldtown</a><br />
-GPS: N04 35.776 E101 04.676)<br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">14:00 - Afternoon activity</span> </div>
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A) Dessert <br />
(Funny Mountain Taofufa<br />
-GPS: N04 35.683 E101 05.059); and<br />
B) Shopping Centre <br />
(Ipoh Parade / Aeon@Kinta City / Aeon@Station 18); or<br />
C) Sighseeing <br />
(Gunung Lang/DR Seenivasagam Park); or<br />
D) Round Ipoh tour <br />
(Oldtown/Newtown); or<br />
E) Ipoh White Coffee <br />
(Sin Yoon Long@Oldtown); and<br />
F) Must Buy Shopping </div>
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<li>Pomelo</li>
<li>Heong Peng Biscuits</li>
<li>AunKhengLim Salt Baked Chicken </li>
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- GPS: N04 35.637 E101 05.001<br />
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<li>Oldtown White Coffee</li>
<li>Sin Eng Heong Kaya Puff </li>
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-GPS: N04 35.700 E101 05.090)<br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">18:00 - Dinner </span><br />
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Ipoh's Beansprout Chicken</div>
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A) Lou Wong- GPS: N04 35.632 E101 05.049; or</div>
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B) Onn Kee- GPS: N04 35.632 E101 05.049; or</div>
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C) Cowan Street; or</div>
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D) Kam Hor (Next to Tung Koo Teng); or</div>
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Hawkers' Fare</div>
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E) Wooley Food/Tung Koo Teng<br />
-GPS: N04 36.663 E101 06.629<br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">22:00 - Nightlife</span></div>
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Some internet resources for you to scour for more information to modify the above itinerary<br />
- <a href="http://allaboutipoh.blogspot.com/p/attractions.html">Attractions @ All About Ipoh</a><br />
- <a href="http://www.j2kfm.com/ultimate-ipoh-food-list/">Ultimate Food Guide @ Motormouth</a><br />
- <a href="http://allaboutipoh.blogspot.com/2012/03/accommodation-in-ipoh.html">Accommodation</a><br />
- <a href="http://allaboutipoh.blogspot.com/p/maps-of-ipoh.html">Navigating around Ipoh</a><br />
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<a href="http://thebanjaran.com/">The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat</a> (Spa retreat)<br />
<a href="http://www.indulgence.com.my/">Indulgence Living</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.bestwesternmalaysia.com/hotels/haven">Best Western Premier</a> (Eco Residence - coming soon)<br />
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<strong>Business Class / Family Hotels:</strong><br />
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<a href="http://sunwaylostworldoftambun.com/lost-world-hotel/">Sunway Lost World Hotel</a> (Theme Park concept)<br />
<a href="http://www.casuarinahotels.com.my/">Casuarina @ Meru Hotel</a> (open in Nov 2013)<br />
<a href="http://mhstudio.com.my/">MH Studio Hotel</a> (open in Aug 2013)<br />
<a href="http://www.mhhotels.com.my/">MH Hotel</a> (open in 2012)<br />
<a href="http://www.kintariverfront.com.my/">Kinta Riverfront Hotel & Suites</a> (open in 2012) <br />
<a href="http://www.towerregency.com.my/">Tower Regency Hotel</a> (open in 2011)<br />
<a href="http://www.hotelexcelsior.com.my/">Excelsior Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.syuenhotel.com.my/">Syuen Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.heritage.com.my/">Heritage Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://ipohhotels.impiana.com.my/">Impiana Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.hillcity.com.my/">HillCity Hotel & Condo</a><br />
<a href="http://symphonysuites.com.my/">Symphony Suites</a> (open in 2013)<br />
<a href="http://weilhotel.com/">Weil Hotel</a> (under construction)<br />
<a href="http://www.ibis.com/gb/discovering-ibis/current_network.shtml">Ipoh Ibis Styles Hotel</a> (under construction - coming soon in Dec 2013)<br />
Cititel Express Hotel (basic frilss - under construction) <br />
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<strong>Inspiring / Urban escapes / Eclectic styled Hotels: </strong><br />
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<a href="http://www.sekeping.com/kongheng/">Sekeping Kong Heng</a> (for the nostalgic & adventurous - open in 2012)<br />
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehappy8">The Happy 8</a> (open in 2012)<br />
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/french.hotel?sk=info">French Hotel</a> (open in 2012)<br />
<a href="http://lemetrotel.com.my/">Le Metrotel Hotel</a> (open in 2012)<br />
<a href="http://www.stayariva.com/en/our-properties/malaysia/m-boutique-ipoh.html">M Boutique Hotel</a> (open in 2013)<br />
<a href="http://www.theosborne.com.my/">The Osbourne Apartment</a><br />
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<strong>Others:</strong><br />
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<a href="http://ipohdowntown.com/contact.html">Ipoh Downtown Hotel</a> (open in 2013)<br />
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Seemsoon-Hotel-Ipoh/343919498999185">Seemsoon Hotel</a> (open in 2012)<br />
<a href="http://www.tunehotels.com/our-hotels/ipoh">Tune Hotel</a> (no frills concept - open in 2012)<br />
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/D-Eastern-Hotel/194918303853461">D'Eastern Hotel</a> (refurbished in 2011)<br />
<a href="http://www.dwjhotel.com/">DWJ Hotel</a> (open in 2011)<br />
Tin City Hotel (under construction)<br />
<a href="http://www.regalodge.com.my/">Regalodge Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://paragoncityhotel.com/">Paragon City Hotel</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_694054656">Shangg Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ecotel.com.my/">Ecotel Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.abbyhotel.my/">Abby Hotel</a><br />
Grand View Hotel<br />
Ipoh City Hotel<br />
De Hotel<br />
<a href="http://www.checkedinn.com.my/">CheckedInn Hotel</a> (open in 2013)<br />
<a href="http://www.hotelstation18.com.my/">Station 18 Hotel</a> (open in 2013)<br />
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Art-Cottage-Hotel/235741843226829">Art Cottage Hotel</a> <br />
<a href="http://regencygardenhotel.com/">The Regency Garden Hotel</a><br />
Ipoh Boutique Hotel<br />
<a href="http://www.igardenhotel.com.my/igarden_profile.htm">iGarden Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ritzgardenhotel.com/">Ritz Garden Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ymca-ipoh.com/">YMCA Ipoh</a><br />
Ritz Kowloon Hotel<br />
Robin Hotel<br />
Majestic Hotel (temporary closed)<br />
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hotel-Transit-Ipoh/371147319631950">Hotel Transit</a> Terminal Aman Jaya (open in 2013)<br />
<a href="http://www.fairparkhotel.com.my/">Fair Park Hotel</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.suninnshotel.com.my/#">Sun Inns Hotel</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_694054647">Hotel Bajet Malaysia</a><br />
<a href="http://www.highway.com.my/">Highway Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.hotel-de-botani.com/">De Botani Hotel</a><br />
New Caspian Hotel<br />
<a href="http://rhsm.wpengine.com/hotels/hsm-ipoh/">Seri Malaysia Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.hotelbajetmalaysia.com/">Hotel Bajet Ipoh</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.hotelbajetmalaysia.com/">Hotel Bajet Memori Ipoh</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.tambuninn.com/">Tambun Inn Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://hotellotte.com.my/">Lotte Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.luckyhotel.com.my/">Lucky Hotel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.meruvalley.com.my/">Meru Suites Meru Valley</a><br />
Merloon Hotel<br />
Fairmont Hotel<br />
<a href="http://www.hotelstation18.com.my/">Station 18 Hotel</a><br />
Fresh Hotel<br />
Tokyo Hotel <br />
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* The star ratings are not verified but based on approximate categorisation only. <br />
* Compilation of accommodations available in Ipoh. Only hotel website links featured. <br />
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A place where mystical scenes exists if you look close enough. These photos were taken during my recent trip to Sam Poh Tong which brought back lots of old memories. So, I decided to share some of the nice photos taken there.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966309827/" title="A mythical scene @ Sam Poh Tong by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="A mythical scene @ Sam Poh Tong" height="554" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6149/5966309827_ae1c5a3246.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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The serenity of this view is enough to calm one's mind. Its quaintness and old fashion charm is pleasing to the eye. <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966867396/" title="Landscaped stone garden @ Sam Poh Tong by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Landscaped stone garden @ Sam Poh Tong" height="318" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6134/5966867396_12d79e4313.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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For those who were born and bred in Ipoh, the scenes from Sam Poh Tong will always be etched deep within their memories as its landscaped rock garden is unique and most likely the one and only one in Malaysia. Its elaborate rock garden host minature mountain scenes that usually exist only in China.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966867290/" title="A serene sight of rocks, waterfall and green foliage @ Sam Poh TOng by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="A serene sight of rocks, waterfall and green foliage @ Sam Poh TOng" height="554" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6020/5966867290_718bf3aa36.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Scenes that conjures up myths and legends of China.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966867144/" title="Landscape waterfalls @ Sam Poh Tong by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Landscape waterfalls @ Sam Poh Tong" height="554" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6144/5966867144_80b4348c91.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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The tranquility of the rock garden is enhanced by the miniature waterfalls bringing alive the artificial landscape. The pond is also home to a school of koi fishes and gigantic dragon fish. <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966310309/" title="Rock landscape @ Sam Poh Tong by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Rock landscape @ Sam Poh Tong" height="318" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6002/5966310309_0b0892b645.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Porcelain figurines placed in the rock garden had the effect of increasing the garden's aesthetic appeal.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966866812/" title="Landscaped rock garden @ Sam Poh Tong by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Landscaped rock garden @ Sam Poh Tong" height="318" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6126/5966866812_9311923aa0.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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The rock garden blends in well against the limestone hills.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966866932/" title="Dragon Boat @ Sam Poh Tong by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Dragon Boat @ Sam Poh Tong" height="554" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6003/5966866932_600d1e220f.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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The dragon boat-like building is another structure that adorns the rock garden.<br />
Its been a childhood mystery to me as to what is function of the dragon boat building. Does anyone knows what the building is for? :)<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966868296/" title="Goddess of Mercy by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Goddess of Mercy " height="554" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6142/5966868296_fbcddabbdb.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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A scene of a goddess of mercy (Kuan Yin) in a grotto.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966310793/" title="A scene from chinese history... by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="A scene from chinese history..." height="318" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6017/5966310793_03be06ed6c.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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A chinese-styled pavilion in the rock garden.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966868114/" title="Sam Poh Tong by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sam Poh Tong " height="420" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6126/5966868114_37db4f9a29.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Sam Poh Tong Temple in year 2011 and 71 years ago in 1941.<br />
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On the 1st floor of the Sam Poh Tong building is where vegetarian lunches are served during buddhist festivals. This place was the place to go for vegetarian lunch on the first day of Chinese New Year for many families. My family used to visit it last time too. Not sure if the restaurant is still there. <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966311493/" title="Sam Poh Tong Building by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sam Poh Tong Building" height="318" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6021/5966311493_b3df274882.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Temple arch with the Sam Poh Buddhist Cave's commemorative plaque. Founded in 1912, the Sam Poh Tong temple is now 99 years old.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966868402/" title="Sam Poh Tong Temple Arch by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sam Poh Tong Temple Arch" height="318" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6122/5966868402_0877af28ee.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Entrance to the Cave Temple<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966868484/" title="Entrance to Sam Poh Tong by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Entrance to Sam Poh Tong" height="554" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6017/5966868484_fe56191311.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Hmmm... I wonder if this is the residence of the abbots? <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966309967/" title="private temple grounds by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="private temple grounds" height="318" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6140/5966309967_753f90a83b.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Different styles of stone lanterns found on the ground of the cave temple<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966867602/" title="Stone Lanterns @ Sam Poh TOng by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Stone Lanterns @ Sam Poh TOng" height="420" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6149/5966867602_53d0b8e1ba.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Stone monks statuettes in different postures<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966867672/" title="Stone Monk @ Sam Poh TOng by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Stone Monk @ Sam Poh TOng" height="420" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6140/5966867672_a98bb46067.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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More cute stone statuettes strategically place around the rock garden.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966867766/" title="Stone Deco @ Sam Poh Tong by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Stone Deco @ Sam Poh Tong" height="420" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6022/5966867766_545d4f75e9.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Stone guardian lions<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966311149/" title="Sam Poh Tong Guardian Lions by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sam Poh Tong Guardian Lions" height="420" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6122/5966311149_220fc54b50.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Iron cast bells <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966868010/" title="Sam Poh Tong Temple Bells by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sam Poh Tong Temple Bells" height="420" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6007/5966868010_d11ae0b7b3.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Stone pagodas, petrified wood, another stone lantern.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966867948/" title="Sam Poh Tong Stone deco by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sam Poh Tong Stone deco" height="420" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6149/5966867948_23c1f33762.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Tortoise pond located at the back of the cave temple enclosed in a valley. This pond use to be favourite for childrens visiting the temple as they would always seek out the aunties selling "kangkung" vegetables to purchase them to feed the tortoises. Of course, yours truly was one the childrens who always look forward to the feeding sessions with the tortoises during our visits. : )<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5966868604/" title="Tortoise pond by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Tortoise pond" height="318" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6007/5966868604_0c5ae44f06.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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And for those who are interested in visiting this place, check out the google map below :-<br />
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During the colonial era, Ipoh was one of the few earlier town connected by rail in Malaysia. Over the decades the rail service had served Ipoh to transport its valuable tin produce to the ports for exports and provided the transport for the residents of Ipoh to other major towns such as Kuala Lumpur and Butterworth. However, the last few decades as seen the PLUS highway overtaking the role of rail as the main form of transportation due to a boom in car ownerships. <br />
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Now with the introduction electric double tracking from Kuala Lumpur (KL) to Ipoh, <a href="http://www.ktmb.com.my/">KTM Berhad</a>, the operator of rail in Malaysia has brought the intercity electric train service (<a href="http://www.ets-train.com.my/">ETS</a>) to Ipoh. This service now allow Ipoh residents to travel to Kuala Lumpur in approximately 2 hours which is faster than travelling by car along the <a href="http://www.plus.com.my/">PLUS</a> highway. The convenience to this service to travel to and fro KL in approx. 2 hours is indeed a much welcomed improvement to the life of Ipohans. Not only will more day travellers be visiting Ipoh for a short weekend trips, Ipoh residents can now look forward to a shopping trip in KL. <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5603197891/" title="ETS logo by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="ETS logo" height="420" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5146/5603197891_f451441221.jpg" width="318" /></a><br />
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ETS which I believe stand for <a href="http://www.ets-train.com.my/">Electric Train Service</a> is a special division of KTM in charge of providing this fast and comfortable intercity rail service. Recently, I had the opportunity to try out myself this service for a business trip to KL. Such that I would like to share my experience on my ride down to KL and back to Ipoh. <br />
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Our magnificent Train Station in Ipoh lies as a testament to the grandeur of train service in the colonial era. My journey started off at this landmark building in Ipoh. <br />
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The sleek and modern electric train graced the platform awaiting passengers to board and send its passengers to their destinations. I was lucky enough to capture this sight of 2 electric train waiting side by side. Nice and impressive sight, right. Minutes later one of the train later made its way off to its next destination.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5603781086/" title="ETS train by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="ETS train" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5066/5603781086_9bb2df18ee.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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The open doors of the train carriages awaits the boarding passengers. The trains actually has up to 6 carriages connected and based on my rough estimation, it could carry close to 260 passengers in one trip.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5603196875/" title="welcoming ETS carriage by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="welcoming ETS carriage" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5027/5603196875_6d3fbfea81.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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This train station has since been expanded to incorporate double tracking railway and also the infrastructure upgraded to cater to this ultra modern image.<br />
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The electric trains also boast having these yellow-shirt stewards and stewardess waiting to guide the passengers to their respective train carriages.<br />
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Inside the carriages, it was really spacious, neat and clean. Let's hope that ETS maintains a spick and span condition of the trains. The seats were arranged facing 2 opposing directions. Leg space is quite adequate even for a tall person like me. <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5603195821/" title="ETS interior by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="ETS interior" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5230/5603195821_6cc62897e7.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Inside the train carriages, it was equipped with upper luggage deck, 2 LCD TV, foldable table on the rear of the seats, pull down window curtain and even power socket under the seats for charging your laptops. If only they provide WIFI, then it would have been great.<br />
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Once the train started moving, it quickly pick up speed to cruise around 130-140 km/h. On a few occasions, the max speed of 145 km/h was seen on the LCD screen on the wall of the carriage. The ride was definitely very comfortable with minimal swaying and screeching sound of the wheels. Air conditioning was also nicely tuned being not too cold or warm.<br />
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The benefit of railway travel over bus and was that you can walk around the train if you feel bored being stuffed down in your seat. Furthermore, toilets were also available if urgent need arises. Most importantly, the toilets were clean. Indeed a rare sight. Kudos to the maintenance staff of the ETS.<br />
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The washing basins of the toilet.<br />
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A route map of the ETS is displayed in each carriage and an announcement in English and Malay of the approaching station was also made. Currently, the fastest <a href="http://www.ets-train.com.my/web/asset/pdf/route-ets.pdf">ETS stops</a> at a total of 5 stations from Ipoh being Batu Gajah, Kampar, Tg Malim, Kuala Lumpur Old Station and finally <a href="http://www.stesensentral.com/">KL Sentral</a>. The route map also displays the <a href="http://www.ets-train.com.my/web/asset/pdf/route-all.pdf">other rail interchange</a> available such as <a href="http://www.kliaekspres.com/erlsb/default.aspx">ERL</a>, <a href="http://www.ktmb.com.my/">KTM</a>, <a href="http://www.myrapid.com.my/rail/overview">RapidKL LRT</a> or Monorail at which station. One can easily hop on the ETS and travel to the KLIA International Airport or various places throughout Kuala Lumpur & Klang Valley.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5603196275/" title="Route maps by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Route maps" height="318" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4095/5603196275_fc1dcf0aa8.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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The information board also warns passengers against smoking, littering, carrying flammable materials, bringing animals on board and chewing gums.<br />
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Passengers taking the ETS from KL Sentral may rest in this air conditioned ticketing lounge while waiting for their train's arrival. <br />
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One thing to note for those who wish to take ETS from KL Sentral to Ipoh, is that the ticketing counter is located quite hidden from the path to the entrance of the ETS platform. So better go earlier to buy your ticket. Due to this being my first trip, I actually missed my 6:30am ETS back to Ipoh due to being unable to locate the counter to purchase the tickets. Furthermore, the KL Sentral lacks the signage to lead travellers to the ticket counters. (p/s: If any ETS management personnel sees this blog, please improve the signage) Yours truly had to run up and down the different floors looking for the counter. Haiihh!!! As a result, I had to wait another 2 hours for the next train. <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5603195509/" title="ETS ticketing counter @ KL Sentral by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="ETS ticketing counter @ KL Sentral" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5070/5603195509_e93c515a7e.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Another picture of the ETS train on the platform in KL Sentral.<br />
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The earlier ETS train from Ipoh starts from 4:00 am and 5:30 am. If your take the 5:30 am train, you will get to see the morning sunrise as you approach Rawang .<br />
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A last pic of the ETS train after arriving safely back in Ipoh. All in all, it was an enjoyable and comfortable trip despite the minor setbacks. I would definitely recommend this mode of transport for travellers to and from Ipoh. One recommendation for them is they should increase the frequencies of the trains. Of course, we as Ipoh residents need to support the ETS from them to make it feasible. Currently, the passenger load is not quite as high as I observed as only 30% of the seats were taken up during the weekday early morning trips. One way trip now cost RM30/- from Ipoh to KL. Perhaps a bit more expensive than a bus ride but still quality of the ride justifies the price.<br />
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In future the electrified double tracking would extend to Butterworth and Padang Besar which is up north of this train station. With Ipoh connected to KL and Penang in a couple of years' time, more development will definately flow into Ipoh.<br />
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A latest addition to the influx of foreign cuisine to Ipoh is the famed <a href="http://daorae.com/about.php?category=2">Daorae</a>, a Korean BBQ Restaurant offering the finest Korean experience right here in Ipoh's <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=100000555853065&sk=info">De Garden Mall</a>. <br />
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Daorae prides itself for having being listed in the top 300 restaurants in Asia recommended in the 2008/09 <a href="http://mieleguide.com/asias-top-20">Miele Guide</a>. If you can read Mandarin, check out the <a href="http://mykampung.sinchew.com.my/node/81912">Sinchew article</a> here. <br />
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A Korean flag proudly displayed on the wall<br />
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Korean style decors<br />
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A Korean ginseng & herbs display cabinet welcoming visitors at the entrance.<br />
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Guests can choose the traditional style of sitting on the floor to dine in Korean style.<br />
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Or for guest with elderly members can choose the normal table arrangement for dining without the need to crouch down.<br />
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Anyone intending to try out Daorae should not missed out from ordering BBQ dishes since it is their house specialties. Notice that in the previous two pictures, each table featured a "arm-like" contraptions above the table. Mind you, they are not table lights nor the dismembered arm of "Dr. Octopus" although they do bear a striking resemblance. Hehehe!! <br />
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They are extendable exhaust fans used to vacumm away the BBQ smokes from the grilling pan. <br />
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In Daorae, the grilling is done with charcoal tubes. Below is a picture of the flaming charcoal tubes placed in the centre of the table. These charcoal's heat can be felt even 3 feet away. Hot! Really Hot! <br />
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Our first BBQ dish was Hanbang Dweji Wang Galbi (RM38) which is a filleted pork ribs marinated with ginseng, herbs and sweet soy sauce. <br />
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While we waited for the Daorae staffs to do the hard work of barbequing the pork ribs, we chatted dined on the banchan (side dishes / <span style="font-size: 115%;"><span lang="ko-Hang" xml:lang="ko-Hang"><span style="font-size: medium;">반찬</span></span></span>). We were served a total of 8 ban-chan and together with a soup makes up to that is called <em>9 cheop</em> (구첩) table setting. These side dishes are free and is the norm of Korean restaurants to serve them as appetisers/accompaniment to the main courses. You can read up more about <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Banchan">banchan here</a>.<br />
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Seaweed soup for each customer.<br />
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The finished products of the barbequing, tender and still moist. Obviously the waiters were carefully trained to not overcooked the meats lest it would turn up tough and charcoaled. Grilled to perfection, we hastily dig our chopsticks to grab the tender filleted pork ribs.<br />
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There were two type of sauce for the BBQ. The red one tasted like chilli with fermented bean paste (gochujang) and the other a combination of oil, pepper and salt.<br />
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In our haste to grab a bite on the tender porks, the waiter was kind enough to advise us of the proper korean way to eat the BBQ which was to get a piece of lettuce, place some spring onions, a piece of meat and top off with a dollop of the fermented chilli bean paste and a piece of garlic. Wrap the combination and chow down on it. Hmmm... the Korean are really clever to transform a otherwise heaty and oily BBQ dish to become a healthy-looking salad-like dish. This should appeal to health conscious gals.<br />
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In between the main course, we were free to saviour the banchan. Take note that you may ask the waiters to top up the banchan that you like. <br />
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(Left-right, top-down : Beansprouts, Brinjals, Cockels, Kimchi, Pumpkin, Kimchi Daikon, Chives, Anchovies)<br />
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The waiter recommend that we ordered a Heamool-Tang (RM80), a seafood, tofu & vegetable in spicy chilli soup served in an iron cast pots. The heamool-tang came steaming hot. The combination of hot steam & chilli was hot enough to bring the tears and sweat out. It's good that they had air-conditioning there. The nice thing about the spicy soup was that although it was really spicy but it did not burn the mouth like our local chilli padi. The spicyness did not stay long in the mouth. Once the meal was over, the spicyness of the soup was gone. <br />
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The spicy soup came with prawns, squid, mussels and flower crabs. <br />
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Apart from the pork ribs, we also ordered the Dak-gal-bi (RM28), a boneless skinless lean chicken marinated in hot chilli sauce. Again, the chicken was grilled to tender perfection like the pork ribs.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5461784388/" title="Dak-gal-bi by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Dak-gal-bi" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5298/5461784388_24bcd589cd.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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The entrance of Daorae. <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5461782194/" title="Daorae BBQ Restaurant @ Ipoh by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Daorae BBQ Restaurant @ Ipoh" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5216/5461782194_0c526221d2.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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<em>(Note: A special thanks to my friend for treating us to this delicious meal @ Daorae </em>=D<em> )</em><br />
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After the first visit to Daorae, the experience & food was enticing enough to call for a re-visit again a week later. This time I chose to bring my family to try out Daorae. <br />
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This round we ordered a Jab Chee Bok-um-bab (RM18), glass noodles & rice pan fried with slices of shredded pork & assorted vege in sesame oil sauce.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5461184047/" title="Jab chee Bok-um-bab by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Jab chee Bok-um-bab" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5138/5461184047_29043bfd43.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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And also Hanbang Dweji Wang Galbi (RM38) as ordered during my first visit & Yang Nyum Dak-Gal-Bi (RM28), a boneless chicken marinated in sweet sauce. (Sorry for the lack of picture for the 2nd grill dish as I was too pre-occupied with the eating part. ;P )<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5461184321/" title="BBQ @ Daorae by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="BBQ @ Daorae" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5294/5461184321_52babd6b90.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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This time, we were served a mind boggling total of 10 Ban-Chan + 1 soup. <br />
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(Left-right, top-down : Kimchi daikon, Fruit salad, KimChi, Ladies Fingers, Sweetened kimchi-like beef)<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5461183679/" title="Banchan 1 by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Banchan 1" height="420" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5055/5461183679_398b80bfb6.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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(Left-right, top-down : Steam eggs, black beans, snake gourd, beansprouts, kimchi-like spinach)<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5461787234/" title="Banchan 2 by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Banchan 2" height="420" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5095/5461787234_bf3c2f0462.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Overall, the main courses were well prepared and nice. Some of the ban-chan were a bit plain, but I guess it was suppose to be simple so that it would not overpowered the taste of the main courses. Not many people may be accustomed to Korean dishes as the taste are rather unique such as the KimChi. Over the years, I have grown to appreciate Korean dish which stresses alot on the original taste of the ingredients. The seasoning compliments the taste of the main ingredient rather than changing the original taste.<br />
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The pricing does seems rather expensive by Ipoh standards and you can easily expect to spend between RM40 - RM60 per person if you order the BBQ dishes. They do have cheaper options of rice & noodles<br />
dishes or alternatively you can choose their set lunches. <br />
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Those of you who has visited Daorae may have notice this new shop by the name of Kim's Mart that has opened quite recently decorated with posters of korean pop artists. It's actually a specialties mini market offering a selection of imported Korean foodstuffs and drinks. Based on the cashier girl, this shop is associated with Daorae and is involved in supplying some ingredients to Daorae. So if you like the food in Daorae, you may consider dropping in to get some Korean foodstuffs. :)<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5465077570/" title="KIM's Mart by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="KIM's Mart" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5095/5465077570_ea64fd236c.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Continuing from <a href="http://allaboutipoh.blogspot.com/2011/02/sights-scene-of-cny-2011-in-ipoh-part-1.html">Part 1</a> <br />
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Sharing more sights and scenes captured during the CNY 2011 in Ipoh.<br />
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Dried foodstuffs commonly used for CNY food (From top left clockwise: Dried mushrooms, oysters, shrimps, waxed ducks)<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5453318173/" title="CNYmix by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="CNYmix" height="420" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5295/5453318173_20b0d72f2e.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Lantern covered roof of Kinta riverside Kuan Yin Temple. A common temple for CNY prayers.<br />
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Ipoh Parade being one of the main shopping centre was nicely decorated for this CNY to woo customers for seeking a break from the hot weather during CNY. Here is a glimpse of the CNY decor<br />
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CNY stage backdrop decor @ Ipoh Parade<br />
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Balloon CNY dragon @ Ipoh Parade atrium<br />
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CNY balloon dragon side view @ Ipoh Parade<br />
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CNY decor @ Ipoh Parade<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5453931400/" title="CNY decor by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="CNY decor" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5176/5453931400_714706e47a.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Balloon Bunny @ Ipoh Parade<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5453931644/" title="Balloon Rabbit by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Balloon Rabbit" height="420" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5097/5453931644_5c25514b4a.jpg" width="318" /></a><br />
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Balloon lanterns @ Ipoh Parade<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5453931806/" title="Balloon lanterns by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Balloon lanterns" height="420" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5294/5453931806_31554c42be.jpg" width="318" /></a><br />
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Glass door CNY decor @ Ipoh Parade<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5453931986/" title="Rabbit decor by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Rabbit decor" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5057/5453931986_50e98f314e.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Decor Lantern @ De Garden Mall<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5453932188/" title="CNY decor by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="CNY decor" height="420" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5212/5453932188_f87b74f85a.jpg" width="318" /></a><br />
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A CNY dish called Lou Sang / Yee Sang (<span lang="zh-Hans" xml:lang="zh-Hans">鱼生) </span>is only available during the 15 day period of CNY. This dish is symbolic of abundance. Last time this dish was specially made for the 7th day of lunar new year.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5453932424/" title="Lou Sang by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Lou Sang" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5133/5453932424_076b50ba79.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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A common Chinese New Year past time game is the 3-leg Mahjong. A game that stimulates the mind and finger reflexes. =D Some people will practically have a marathon of mahjong session breaking only to binge on the CNY food and drinks. Hehehe!!! <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5453930038/" title="3 Leg-Mahjong by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="3 Leg-Mahjong" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5173/5453930038_3dd63a8b91.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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A bamboo plant flower that commonly blooms during the hot weather of the CNY.<br />
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On the beginning of the Ninth Day of the lunar new year, families would usually offer prayers to the Heavenly Jade Emperor. Some would even offer roast pork & chicken and invite as many friends and relatives for praying and binging on the food after prayers. Alternatively, a vegetarian style offering is also offered to the Heavenly Jade Emperor.<br />
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Below is a picture of a simple vegetarian offering. Common offerings are sugarcane, mandarin oranges, pineapples, lime, glutinous rice cake, angkoo, ang ee, ang kan, fatt gou, mikoo, watermelon, white glutinous rice dessert and miscellaneous fruits. In Ipoh, a must have offering would be the tambun pomelo.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5453930236/" title="Altar table for Heavenly Jade Emperor by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Altar table for Heavenly Jade Emperor" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5254/5453930236_753c8ed860.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Gold papers ingots before being burnt as offerings.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5453930502/" title="Prayer offering for Heavenly Jade Emperor by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Prayer offering for Heavenly Jade Emperor" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5253/5453930502_b92d12e0ef.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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And that concludes the series of sights & scenes of a typical CNY celebration in Ipoh.<br />
Even though, the CNY celebration has concluded, but the good memories of the CNY celebrating with family and friends will be etched deeply in each and everyone.<br />
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Wishing everyone a Happy & Prosperous Chinese New Year ahead.!!!!!<br />
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"GONG XI FA CAI"<br />
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As quickly as Chinese New Year came in a blink, the days of joy and prosperity are now etched deep in our heart. The sights and scenes of CNY are now captured here for sharing with all. =D<br />
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Caught this CNY mascot at Jusco Kinta City supermarket promoting some product while priming up the CNY mood.<br />
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The Chinese New Year decor @ Kinta City was somehow toned down this year but the management still managed to come up with this massive new year bunny on the stage.<br />
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Approaching the Chinese New Year, Ipoh folks would throng the markets located around Ipoh to stock up on fruits, vege, flowers, foodstuff in preparation for the CNY. To some, these scenes would be familiar to all of you who visited the Ipoh's Central Market.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415706740/" title="Fresh oranges & apples by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Fresh oranges & apples" height="318" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4144/5415706740_6eacd96bb6.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Fresh fruits<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415706822/" title="Fatt Gou - for prayers by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Fatt Gou - for prayers" height="318" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4076/5415706822_9ca7c5f91c.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Colorful "Fatt Gou" (cakes normally used for prayers). Hmm!!! anyone actually eat these?<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415706678/" title="Pomelos, bananas, pineapples, guavas by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Pomelos, bananas, pineapples, guavas" height="318" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4118/5415706678_69c18fe5d1.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Bananas, Pomelos, Pineapples, Limes, Guavas waiting to be picked up for the CNY.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415095915/" title="Fresh pack veggies by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Fresh pack veggies" height="318" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4081/5415095915_9a6c1c7841.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Packed vegetables ideal for steamboat reunion dinner.<br />
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More vegetables at the wet market<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415705964/" title="Nian Gao for CNY (Kuih Bakul) by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Nian Gao for CNY (Kuih Bakul)" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5055/5415705964_94515d7909.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Glutinous Rice Cakes (Nian Gao / Kuih Bakul) a delicacy made specially during the CNY period.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415094829/" title="Nian Gao (Kuih Bakul) for CNY by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Nian Gao (Kuih Bakul) for CNY" height="318" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4137/5415094829_a92f43fd3b.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Closed up view of the Nian Gao<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415095085/" title="Fruit stalls @ Central Market by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Fruit stalls @ Central Market" height="318" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4077/5415095085_5376611eaa.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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More fruit stalls lining the alley at the Central Market<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415705740/" title="Dried foodstuff @ Central Market by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Dried foodstuff @ Central Market" height="318" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4078/5415705740_cd3ca5f955.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Sights of the dried foodstuff stalls <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415705654/" title="CNY dried foodstuffs by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="CNY dried foodstuffs" height="318" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4127/5415705654_c684d59f9d.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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CNY dried goods (waxed meats, dried oysters, mushrooms, dried squids, etc) which are some of the normal condiments for CNY meals.<br />
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Nice bouquet of flowers at the flower stalls waiting to be picked to decorate the Chinese homes. Don't you just like the colors? Pretty?<br />
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Jade green bamboo stalks for decor.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415095679/" title="CNY bamboo deco by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="CNY bamboo deco" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5291/5415095679_cf9f61d130.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Prosperity bamboos for decor<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415706348/" title="CNY plants deco by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="CNY plants deco" height="318" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4113/5415706348_df70018a6e.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Living flower plants for CNY decor<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415706192/" title="Lime plants by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Lime plants" height="420" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5216/5415706192_76362caab0.jpg" width="318" /></a><br />
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The Lime tree for good luck<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415095415/" title="Hydrangae deco for CNY by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Hydrangae deco for CNY" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5251/5415095415_69220465ef.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Pink hydrangea flower <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415706040/" title="Spring Chrysanthemum for CNY by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Spring Chrysanthemum for CNY" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5098/5415706040_5151f93a44.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Spring Chrysanthemum plants for decor<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415706252/" title="Imported deco plants by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Imported deco plants" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5218/5415706252_ae2b84c1af.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Now, this one imported plant that is rarely seen. Based on the label it's suppose to be a Japanese Plum Blossom (梅花).<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415094869/" title="Pussy willow catkins for CNY deco by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Pussy willow catkins for CNY deco" height="420" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5175/5415094869_990037e374.jpg" width="318" /></a><br />
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And this is pussy willow's silver colored catkins.<br />
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Lunar new year is also the time to saviour delicacies. <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415096199/" title="Sea cucumber - CNY delicacy by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sea cucumber - CNY delicacy" height="318" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4073/5415096199_f410a996d1.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Soaked sea cucumbers<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54515492@N08/5415706968/" title="Mini Abalone - CNY delicacy by allaboutipoh, on Flickr"><img alt="Mini Abalone - CNY delicacy" height="318" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5011/5415706968_615d49040b.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Canned abalone. <br />
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These two delicacies are common sights gracing the table of many reunion dinners.<br />
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Stay tune for more sights and scenes of the CNY 2011 in <a href="http://allaboutipoh.blogspot.com/2011/02/sights-scenes-of-cny-2011-in-ipoh-part.html">Part 2 here</a><br />
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Wishing Everyone a Happy and Prosperous Chinese New Year....and may the year of the bunny brings joy, happiness and abundance to all :D<br />
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The recent influx of F&B outlets into Ipoh had opened up the palate of Ipoh folks to numerous Japanese, Korean, Western and Indonesian cuisine as well as authentic American-style pizza etc. Already spoilt for choice, the latest addition to Ipoh's F&B industry is a new exciting outlet bringing in Shanghainese creative food to Ipoh folks. This new outlet now occupies a shop in De Garden Mall previously known as TOS. For those who still does not know where is De Garden Mall, it is located opposite Jusco @ Kinta City. <br />
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After experiencing a fair share of botched-up attempt by numerous new food outlet that were either too ambitious in the menu or too lackadaisical in their food preparation, I was naturally sceptical towards this new outlet. This was until I tried it out Dragon ONe not only once but twice since its opening. <br />
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Their menu is stylishly designed as seen below. Definitely, a menu fit for a five star hotel's restaurant.<br />
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No decent shanghainese food outlet would missed out the signature Xiao Long Bao. Dragon One claiming to be a Shanghainese food outlet carries a fairly decent version of the famed xiao long bao.<br />
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Those who have not tried xiao long bao before, do note that there is a method to enjoying a nice xiao long bao. First, gently place the xiao long bao on your spoon without puncturing the delicate skin. After getting the xiao long bao onto your spoon, puncture the skin of the bao and sip up the soup contain within the skin. Thereafter, add some vinegar and strands of ginger to the meat and finish off the rest.<br />
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They offer a wide array of dim sum dishes.<br />
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"Ma Lai Gou"<br />
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"Yi Lai Bao" - I wonder how this bun derived its rather unconventional name?<br />
Sweet but a bit gooey.<br />
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A signature dish offered is this stir-fried flour skin that closely resembles our Penang Char Kuay Teow with the exception that the flour skin was more springy in texture.<br />
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This is a close up of the semi-transparent flour skin. <br />
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A variety of fried rice dish available is this Golden Fried Rice which is fried rice with the egg yolk of salted duck egg giving it a golden hue to the fried rice. It was a bit plain and dry. If only they serve it with a sauce, it would definitely have enhance its taste.<br />
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This dish of mushroom and oyster sauce cheong fun was regrettably a setback as our local neighbourhood mushroom sauce chee cheong fun would have fared way much better. <br />
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All in all, the 1st visit experience at Dragon One was quite impressive and calls for a return trip as there was still alot of other dishes that was very tempting that we didn't get to try and beckon for my return.<br />
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So as a result, a week later saw my return to Dragon One. However, being an unplanned visit, this round of picture was taken with a hand phone cam which explains for the poorer quality of the pictures here. <br />
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It's been awhile since the last durian season, so the craving for durian was slowly building. So when we saw that they have a durian pancake on the menu, we wasted no time in ordering this durian based pancake. This pancake which is filled with half cream and half durian flesh provided a temporary relief to our durian craving. <br />
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Yet another signature dish of Dragon One is this stir-fried glutinous rice cake with crab roe sauce. This is a dish that you will either love it or hate it. Personally, this is one of my favourite. Rich, creamy and savoury, it was definitely satisfying.<br />
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BBQ Buns are also available and are fairly decent.<br />
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If you are still not yet tempted to visit Dragon One, perhaps the next picture may convince you to try them out.<br />
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Avocado with Kataiti or literally translated from mandarin as "Dragon beard avocado roll" was a nicely done treat. Having never tasted avocado before this, it was strikingly similar to tasting kaya. Perhaps someone who has regularly eaten avocado can enlighten me as to whether ripe avocado is suppose to taste like kaya? Anyone??? <br />
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Next one on the table was this egg tarts. Based on its mandarin name, I was under the impression that it was suppose to be done creme brulee style, that is with a layer of burnt sugar crust atop the egg tarts. However, the burnt sugar crust top was not noticeable. Although nice, any loyal Ipoh folk would still go for Choy Kee Egg Tarts from Kg. Simee anytime. :)<br />
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If you are not yet tired from the wide range of dishes so far, this next dish is another signature dim sum to try out. Stuffed rice flour roll with duck meat in crab sauce, like its name, it is a mouthful to swallow. No, I don't mean it's awful, but rather indicating the size which was a mouthful. The crab sauce was similar to the crab roe sauce used in the stir-fried glutinous rice cake and therefore a love or hate thing. For me, the only lament was that the duck meat was not noticeable.<br />
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Finally, to wrap up the meal was a peppermint custard & egg yolk bun to sweeten the taste bud that basically explodes with its custardy filling at the first bite.<br />
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Price-wise, Dragon One is more affordable than the Dragon-i chain found in KL and Penang with the prices of most dishes going for RM4/- to RM12/- range. But, be warned that if you go on an ordering frenzy like I did, better be prepared.. : P<br />
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Hmmm.. with the expanding variety of food choice in Ipoh, I wonder when will an authentic Taiwanese cuisine outlet open up in Ipoh... ?<br />
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<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style">With the recent boom in the F&B industy in Ipoh and indulging in the multitude of overambitious menus and dishes that one can imagine, it was a relaxing affair to re-visit an old school western meal outlet that sticks to the basics and unaffected by the thunderstorms brewing in the Ipoh F&B sector these days. <br />
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This old school western meal outlet is none other than De Cuisine Restaurant located on Jalan Leong Sin Nam (aka the Dim Sum street) in Ipoh. <br />
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This outlet has been here for some time and my family usually visit it when we want to enjoy a simple western meal in a nice relaxing & clean environment. Furthermore the pricing is pretty reasonable for a lunch or dinner set.<br />
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Don't expect fanciful western dishes as De Cuisine only serve very basic no-nonsense type of western meals and also a small selection of oriental dishes. However the ambience is nice, simple and relaxing and accompanied by some oldies as background music. If you are looking for a quick and stressful lunch, then look away as this outlet is only for those who are looking for a break from the stress of work and life. (Okay, I know this may sound like you need to wait a bit for your food but heck do you want them to dunk all the appetiser, main course, dessert & drinks on you table faster than you can chew?... :) .... )<br />
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The set menu is nicely priced offering a soup + main course + dessert + drink at only RM12.90<br />
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The components of the set menu are shown here. Pretty much what you see is what you get :) <br />
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Mushroom soup served with hot potato bread<br />
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A choice of either Chicken Chop with Black Pepper Sauce.<br />
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or Pork Chop with Mushroom Sauce<br />
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and the Piece de Resistance of the day: the dessert - Chocolate Cake ala Mode<br />
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A cuppa of hot coffee to wash down the meal.<br />
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For those who is thinking of trying out De Cuisine, they are open for Lunch during normal weekdays and are open for Lunch & Dinner on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. I am not sure if i remember it correctly or not, but I believe they are closed on Monday. <br />
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<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style">Managed to catch a glimpse of the Fire Walking Ceremony by devotees carrying the Emperor Gods Sedans across the bed of smoking charcoal at Tow Boh Keong Temple in Ipoh . The short clips has been uploaded to youtube to share with everyone here.<br />
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<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style">One of the unique cultural arts found in Ipoh which is the Cantonese Opera played at the Nine Emperor Gods Festival. Drop in to Tow Boh Keong in Ipoh catch the last show today. Here is a short snapshots of this year's Opera. <br />
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Shapshot taken on 15 Oct 2010<br />
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Shapshot taken on 13 Oct 2010<br />
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<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style">One of the hip gastronomy in Ipoh now is the current Japanese Food Culture which has practically hit feverish level. Its really amazing how many japanese restaurant opened in Ipoh lately (not that I am complaining). <br />
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Our local Ipoh flogger - <a href="http://www.j2kfm.com/mokuren-japanese-cuisine-medan-ipoh-bistari/">Motormouth</a>'s recently did a review of the newly opened Japanese Food outlet, <a href="http://www.j2kfm.com/mokuren-japanese-cuisine-medan-ipoh-bistari/">Mokuren</a>. So after being enticed by his post, decided to give it a try considering its interesting origin from Prague. The shop owner must be very confident to even consider penetrating the already saturated Japanese cuisine market in Ipoh and more so when there are so many existing japanese food outlet nearby. <br />
Anyway, visited it for dinner and was initially confused by its menu which lack photographic illustration. As we are accustomed to pictorial menu, the menu at Mokuren posed a somewhat heavy reading. Luckily, the lady waitress was able to guide us along and recommend us some of the house specialties. <br />
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Since the set menu as mentioned in Motormouth's blog was only available for lunch, we had to resort to ala carte orders. Okay enough of talking, time to saviour the delicious pictures from my trip. :) <br />
Relying on the waitress' recommendation we were pleasantly surprised by its huge kaki no isoyaki (oyster cook in sake wine). Not overcooked and still retained its succulent creamy gonads enhanced by the sake wine. (Just in case you are wondering what is the gonads, its basically the part that give the oysters its aphrodisiac qualities) Btw for health buffs, it is suppose to be loaded with omega-3.<br />
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Salmon Set would nicely satisfy the salmon-loving customers with its 3 different rendition of the salmon by way of sashimi (さしみ), sushi (すし)and maki (巻寿司). One note from the waitress was that their salmon is chilled variety and not the frozen type.<br />
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King Crab Roll<br />
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Closeup of Crab Roll<br />
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Butter Grilled Scallop(ほたて)with Shitake & Enoki Mushrooms was another satisfying dish even though it was a tad bit salty but would be perfect to go with a bowl of rice.<br />
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Tempura Moriawase. <span class="t_nihongo_kanji" lang="ja" xml:lang="ja">天ぷら - the chef was definately very generous with the grated daikon which was commendable. Note the huge pile of grated daikon. Don't you agree that tempura is never nice without a good dose of nicely grated daikon and a dash of grated ginger?</span><br />
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And with the Dessert, concludes the first visit to Mokuren. <br />
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Wait a minute, this is not the end yet. Like the cinema movies these days, a sequel of the Mokuren's gastronomic excursion was already in the making. So this sequel came about a week later and more surprise was awaiting.<br />
Gindara Teriyaki (Silver Cod Fish in Teriyaki Sauce) - One can not go wrong with cod fish and this version was nice. Portion-wise was rather small but goes very well with a bowl of gohan (rice). <br />
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Sake Ikura Don is another dish that any salmon lover should not miss out. Generous pieces of salmon sashimi topped with savioury ikura (salmon roe) sitting on top of a bed of tsukemono and cucumber shreds was simply irresistable. The cucumber shreds were a bit too coarse, but it hardly dampened the charm of the salmon and ikura.<br />
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Kaki no Isoyaki - yupe its the same dish from the first visit, oysters cooked in sake wine. (nope i did not came back for its aphrodisiac benefits) This time the oyster was even larger than the first visit. A dash more of sake wine would have rounded up a perfect meal.<br />
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To those who are now been enticed by these pictures, Bon Appetite!!! :)<br />
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A dedication to all ipoh scenery lover. :)<br />
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Ipoh located in Kinta Valley sits within the embrace of beautiful limestone hill and mountain ranges. Primarily the Titiwangsa Mountain Range on the Eastside and Kledang Mountain Range on the Westside.<br />
And therefore Ipoh possess one of the beautiful mountain views around the city. <br />
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Eastside Ipoh:<br />
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On the east side, is the Titiwangsa Mountain Ranges with Tambun at the foothills and Ipoh Garden East in the foreground<br />
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Westside Ipoh:<br />
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On the West side view is the Kledang mountain range and the Ipoh newtown and oldtown in the foreground.<br />
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Northside Ipoh:<br />
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North side view shows the Bandar Baru Medan in the foreground. The prime ground of food and night entertainment district.<br />
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Northeastside Ipoh:<br />
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Northeast side is the northern end of the Titiwangsa Mountain Range with Bercham suburb in the foreground<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-size: x-small;">Short note : The earlier mis-identification of the Titiwangsa Mountain Range as Bintang Mountain Range has been duly corrected. The confusion is much regretted.</span><br />
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<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style">Have you bought yourself or kids a lantern after reading the <a href="http://allaboutipoh.blogspot.com/2010/09/mid-autumn-festival-22-sept-2010.html">first posting about Mid Autumn Festival </a>中秋節 in preparation for the upcoming festival? </div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br />
</div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style">This part is dedicated to the other "must have" of the festival, which is the MOONCAKES. Yes, in Ipoh it is inevitable that everything must somehow lead to food. Mooncakes nowadays are pretty much commercialised and can be found in every big and small supermarket. Here are some of the commonly available commercialised mooncakes. </div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br />
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</div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style">Now if the above mooncake have not made you craving for some, then check out the following traditional mooncakes which can still be found in some local confectionery stores in Ipoh. Ipoh boast not one but two hidden gems of traditional mooncakes. One being Ching Han Guan and the other Guan Heong Biscuit Shop both located opposite each other on Hugh Low Street.<br />
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At <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ChingHanGuan">Ching Han Guan</a>, they have the "Lar Pia" which is a teochew styled mooncake. </div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9w5yqy-hkObNoriIvMguYLrKwh-VRFojs_gRj_OIxqZtEIOHutksisXxORMOYM6OGVvL35lBzbByNiKQSj6UO0-We9SZqvgoyA3OZRz7vj9zKOTOLMr2VHXMWB5SUQ-n-eB57xDESwew/s1600/P9030397.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="cssfloat: left; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" qx="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9w5yqy-hkObNoriIvMguYLrKwh-VRFojs_gRj_OIxqZtEIOHutksisXxORMOYM6OGVvL35lBzbByNiKQSj6UO0-We9SZqvgoyA3OZRz7vj9zKOTOLMr2VHXMWB5SUQ-n-eB57xDESwew/s320/P9030397.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQCj-YECZzczOM2D_8yb6ezhnSEAuEVzJEC64rzp4hPUEsYIhoxj-_6xIL1OrhIkddD78ZUXPj7_jyZwGJv8lQL5rEJ1hDyrT9wlqYK6jUu6sMOu0Vc6_v00vZD5AGBFt0C6SFfBrybmA/s1600/P9030407.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="cssfloat: left; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" qx="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQCj-YECZzczOM2D_8yb6ezhnSEAuEVzJEC64rzp4hPUEsYIhoxj-_6xIL1OrhIkddD78ZUXPj7_jyZwGJv8lQL5rEJ1hDyrT9wlqYK6jUu6sMOu0Vc6_v00vZD5AGBFt0C6SFfBrybmA/s320/P9030407.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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Ching Han Guan (CHG) also has another special mooncake with dried pork (肉干) (perhaps the one and only in Malaysia) which despite its rather mediocre appearance turned out quite well tastewise. Which explain the lack of photo on it since it was finished even before I manage to capture a pic of it. :D ...</div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" style="text-align: left;"><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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On the other side of the road at Guan Heong, they also offer a good version of the teochew styled mooncake which was not as crumbly as Ching Han Guan's version. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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Come 22 Sept, family and friends will sit under the moon admiring the beauty of the full moon. Pieces of mooncakes are enjoyed with sips of tea while the childrens play with candles and lanterns. This is one of the many traditions that shapes the cultural identity of Ipoh folks.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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Mid Autumn Festival is just around the corner. A time when the full moon is celebrated with the lighting of lanterns..binging on mooncakes...flushed down with a cup of tea. With the festival coming up in less than a week's time, its time to get yourself prepared for the festivals. <br />
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</div>These chinese-style glass paper lanterns are the classic lanterns of yesteryears which form the sweet childhood memories of most people. The Cockman Street's joss-stick shops in Ipoh is THE place to get your favourite animals or cartoon character lanterns. The 8th lunar month would see these shops transformed into lantern wonderland where all kids would love to walk thru with their parents.<br />
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The goldfish, dragon, rabbit , butterfly lanterns are amongst the memorable ones. <br />
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Other modern favourites are also available such as mickey, garfield, powerpuff girls, pikachu, tweety bird, shinchan, hello kitty, ninja turtle and many more.<br />
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These lantern curtains is now a common sight as you drive down cockman street.<br />
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