Eyrique Foodgasm & Travel

05/08/2024

Tortang Talong also known as Filipino Eggplant Omelet is a classic Filipino eggplant recipe that is very easy to make. The rest of the world has its take on cooking eggplant, but for Filipinos, nothing beats a good old Tortang Talong. This recipe is even more perfect when paired with Sinangag or Garlic Fried Rice.

This classic Filipino recipe is very simple and easy to make. For the main ingredients for Tortang Talong, you only need eggplants, eggs, onion, and garlic. The only seasoning you need is salt and pepper. These ingredients may be as simple as they seem but when put together, you have one of the best ways to cook eggplants ever.

27/07/2024

A very typical coffee from Valencia , which is prepared with rum.

The purist and fan of true " cremaet" likes the typical tricolor , the truly well prepared one, and does not want it mixed.

They say that the perfection of the " cremaet" is this, the tricolor :

- 1st top layer: Brown from the coffee cream .

- 2nd central layer: Black from intense coffee.

- 3rd bottom layer: Golden, with a dense and transparent rum.

Eyrique Goh Boay Heong

16/07/2024

Paella valenciana is the traditional paella of the Valencia region, believed to be the original recipe,and consists of round-grain rice, bajoqueta and tavella (varieties of green beans), pear tomato, rabbit, chicken, sometimes duck, and garrofó (a variety of lima or butter bean), cooked in olive oil and chicken broth. The dish is sometimes seasoned with whole rosemary branches. Traditionally, the yellow color comes from saffron, but turmeric and Calendula can be used as substitutes. Artichoke hearts and stems may be used as seasonal ingredients. Most paella cooks use bomba rice, but a cultivar known as senia is also used in the Valencia region.

I like it traditionally with Rabbit & Snails…

15/06/2024

Sinalau Bakas is one of Sabah's most popular native dishes, an iconic food of Kadazandusun people, the largest ethnic group in North Borneo. 'Sinalau' which means 'Smoked' and 'Bakas' which means 'wild boar' is sold mostly from roadside stalls and 'Tamu' markets in west coast and interior districts such as Kota Belud, Ranau, Tambunan, Keningau and Telupid.

The most famous stretch of Sinalau Bakas stalls near KK is found along the highway stretch from Tamparuli to Kundasang in direction of Mount Kinabalu.

Introducing the exoticness of Sabah to my family and friends…

15/06/2024

When in Telipok - these are the must makan!
1. Lokan BBQ (the sauces are to die for)
2. Kelapa bakar (Hot coconut water - I am obsessed)
3. Coconut Puding
4. Local Nachos with caramelised sugar

I think my palate had such an adventure - it’s now confused!??

14/06/2024

The Kadazan-Dusun, Bajau, and Murut are Sabah's big three indigenous communities. The indigenous tribespeople have managed to preserve their own cuisine traditions despite the passage of time, so if you ever find yourself in Sabah, why not treat your taste buds to something unique - Sabah indigenous food.
My favourite place is My Native No5 : for authentic traditional Sabahan cuisine

14/06/2024

This is a very under represented in KK… the best authentic Filipino 🇵🇭 food in KK… and novelties signed by Manny Pacquio!! A must must eat place in Sabah !!! KUYA BBQ Grill

07/06/2024

Sandakan is famous for its seafood. There are abundance of seafood in Sandakan that bak k*t teh stall here decide to serve seafood in bak k*t teh. One of the famous and top recommended shop for seafood bak k*t teh is Good Taste Seafood Bak K*t Teh at Bandar Nam Tong.

The shop is full with customers and the shop owners are busy serving their customers. O ordered a proper mixed seafood BKT ans its was a bomb - it’s so good it’s or**sm in the mouth …

Sabaheats rating on Seafood Bak K*t Teh? I think this might trigger the classic old school Klangites over their Classic BKT…

21/04/2024

Gaeng khiao waan g*i, or green curry with chicken, is one of the most well-known and popular Thai curries in the world. A rich coconut milk-based curry, part of its crowd-pleasing nature is its balance: it’s spicy, but not too spicy; it’s sweet, but not too sweet; and the richness of the coconut milk pairs well with the relative leanness of chicken meat. The curry takes its name from the green chiles used to make prik gaeng khiao waan, the curry paste that forms its base, which also contains fresh aromatics, like lemongrass, galangal, garlic, and shallots, along with dried spices and shrimp paste.

19/04/2024

Nasi Lemak !

06/04/2024

LINOPOT: Makanan Tradisi Sabah

Linopot merupakan nasi yang dibungkus menggunakan daun Tarap atau daun Doringin. Penggunaan daun Tarap atau Doringin dalam penyediaan makanan ini akan menyebabkan nasi yang dibungkus mempunyai bau harum semula jadi. Padi yang digunakan dalam membuat Linopot ini ialah padi bukit kerana pada masa dulu, kebanyakan penduduk bekerja sebag*i petani dan menananam padi bukit. Mereka membuat hidangan ini untuk dijadikan bekal ketika bekerja

Makanan ini biasanya dimakan bersama dengan makanan tradisi lain seperti Tuhau, Hinava, Bambangan, Bosou dan lain-lain mengik*t selera masing-masing.

01/04/2024

Most Bizzare food in the world !!! Though I had like half of these already ….

23/03/2024

Have u had a soup that have been simmered for 50 years … yes from the year it open this now : they only add water and meat daily - a mouth full of 50 years established taste!

21/03/2024

Who said u need to be rich to have the best of the best? : Michelin Bibs and Michelin recommended hawkers in Khon Kaen Thailand 🇹🇭- I was blown away at its taste and the price … these are the 5 that I had:

1. Pho Tha Bo
2. Pransit Phocana
3. Baam Heng
4. Leng Yentafo
5. See Na Nuan

There are many more - unfortunately I am exhausted in time to try more

Starred restaurants, Bib Gourmand, all the MICHELIN restaurants. Find the best restaurants in Khon Kaen province on the MICHELIN Guide's official website.

01/03/2024

Another Sandakan must eat place: century egg dumplings 🥟

Sim Sim Village is pretty well known among the locals and tourists alike. It’s a place where you can pick your favorite seafood like fish, and prawns, and then, pass it to the chef to fire them up. In the morning, there are a couple of restaurants that sell noodles and one of them is at Sim Sim No.84 – it sells very good century egg dumplings that are filled generously with meat and prawns. Pair them either with a bowl of curry noodles or a dry version. Seafood freshness is unbelievable - and the authentic oddness of the dumplings is appealing

Sim Sim Water Village
No. 84 (for dumplings) and No. 88 (for seafood)
Lorong H, Jalam Sim Sim
Go there as early as 7.30am

01/03/2024

The gem in the city’s line-up of culinary offerings is a confectionary known as UFO tarts, a name it earned because of its likeness to a flying saucer.

This addictive treat consists of a round base of buttery, eggy sponge cake with crisp, tapered edges that’s topped with a smooth, delicately sweet custard and crowned with swirls of fluffy, torched meringue.

But unlike many good eats in Sandakan that can be traced back to the influx of migrants from Hong Kong during British colonial times, the UFO tart is an accidental creation.

In 1955, Fu Ah On, a Hainanese baker in Sandakan, was going about his daily task of baking tarts when he stepped out of the kitchen to mingle.

Fu lost track of time and when he returned, the tarts were scorched. That didn’t stop him from serving up these overbaked goods and, much to his surprise, they were a hit.

Its appearance, complete with a coiled tip, first earned it a rather unsavoury nickname in Cantonese - ngau si dui or cow dung pile.

The name stuck for decades, before younger generations, proud of this local creation, started using the more appetising moniker of UFO tart.

For decades, people would brave long queues in the morning to buy these delectable tarts, which were then packed in old cigarette cartons.

Unfortunately, Fu passed away without handing down the original recipe to anyone, but the love for this unique tart never faded.

After his death, many who had savoured this cult dessert as children continued to recreate its flavours using the basic ingredients of flour, butter, eggs and castor sugar.

Today, the UFO tart remains just as popular and can be found beyond Sandakan’s shores in big cities like Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore.

This creation is so iconic that 5 May has been declared UFO Tart Day in Sandakan, a homage to the accidental sweet treat crafted in a small kitchen more than 60 years ago.

29/02/2024

Unlocked another ridiculously “must eat” bowl of heaven from Sandakan. Noodles & seafood in some special pork broth, yam and fuchuk combo with a side of sambal… an odd mix but “when then food gets weird the weird turn awesome” or**sm in the mouth

Lot 1, Block 14, Ground Floor, Jalan Utara, Mile 4, Bandar Indah, Sandakan, 90000
012-802 4400

29/02/2024

Bak K*t Teh is of course a national dish ….

Bah K*t Teh finally crowned as National Heritage Food! 😍

Image credits: Kosmo!

27/02/2024

A Glimpse of Sabah Cuisine…

The Kadazan-Dusun, Bajau, and Murut are Sabah's big three indigenous communities. The indigenous tribespeople have managed to preserve their own cuisine traditions despite the passage of time, so if you ever find yourself in Sabah, why not treat your taste buds to something unique - Sabah indigenous food.
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An authentic restaurant serving the greatest and most distinctive Kadazan Dusun traditional cuisine in Sabah.

17/12/2023

Where to Eat in Georgetown Penang? - George Town is a city on the northwest coast of Penang, Malaysia. It was founded in 1786 by the British East India Company and has since become a hub of cultures due to its location along major trade routes. The city's architecture reflects the influences of a range of cultures, including Malay, Chinese, Indian, and European. George Town is famous for its food scene. The city offers a variety of restaurants in Georgetown Penang that serve local, fresh, and affordable cuisine. Visitors can try popular dishes such as Penang Laksa, Char Kway Teow, and Hokkien Mee. In 2008, the food culture in George Town was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Besides its architecture and food, George Town has many activities for visitors. One can explore the city's cultural heritage by visiting museums such as the Penang State Museum and Art Gallery, the Peranakan Museum, and the Pinang Peranakan Mansion. Visitors can also stroll along the city's street art scene, which features murals and installations by local artists. With so much to see and experience, George Town is a must-see destination when traveling to Malaysia.

Just completely my 2 days: Penang Food Trail 2023

09/12/2023

The gem in Sandakan is a confectionary known as UFO tarts, a name it earned because of its likeness to a flying saucer.

This addictive treat consists of a round base of buttery, eggy sponge cake with crisp, tapered edges that’s topped with a smooth, delicately sweet custard and crowned with swirls of fluffy, torched meringue.

But unlike many good eats in Sandakan that can be traced back to the influx of migrants from Hong Kong during British colonial times, the UFO tart is an accidental creation.

In 1955, Fu Ah On, a Hainanese baker in Sandakan, was going about his daily task of baking tarts when he stepped out of the kitchen to mingle.

Fu lost track of time and when he returned, the tarts were scorched. That didn’t stop him from serving up these overbaked goods and, much to his surprise, they were a hit.

Its appearance, complete with a coiled tip, first earned it a rather unsavoury nickname in Cantonese - ngau si dui or cow dung pile.

The name stuck for decades, before younger generations, proud of this local creation, started using the more appetising moniker of UFO tart.

For decades, people would brave long queues in the morning to buy these delectable tarts, which were then packed in old cigarette cartons.

Unfortunately, Fu passed away without handing down the original recipe to anyone, but the love for this unique tart never faded.

After his death, many who had savoured this cult dessert as children continued to recreate its flavours using the basic ingredients of flour, butter, eggs and castor sugar.

Today, the UFO tart remains just as popular and can be found beyond Sandakan’s shores in big cities like Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore.

This creation is so iconic that 5 May has been declared UFO Tart Day in Sandakan, a homage to the accidental sweet treat crafted in a small kitchen more than 60 years ago.

08/12/2023

Probably one of the most interesting noodle shops in Sandakan. They serve a mean portion of Wan Tan Noodles with fish paste, which is out-of-this-world! Well known for their "Fish Noodles", meaning oodles made out of fish paste. My first time here, and the experience was awesome. I found it ag*in here. Next time I visit Sandakan, I'm coming back for another round. Apparently, this place gets super crowded on weekends, where you need to line up. Therefore, best to come on weekdays or come early.

Kong Teck restaurant: Fish paste noodles curry mee

03/10/2023

Luosifen (Chinese: 螺螄粉; pinyin: luósīfěn; lit. 'Snail rice noodle') is a Chinese noodle soup and specialty of Liuzhou, Guangxi. The dish consists of rice noodles boiled and served in a soup. The stock that forms the soup is made by stewing river snails and pork bones for several hours with black cardamom, fennel seed, dried tangerine peel, cassia bark, cloves, white pepper, bay leaf, licorice root, sand ginger, and star anise. It usually does not contain snail meat, but it is instead served with pickled bamboo shoot, pickled green beans, shredded wood ear, fu zhu, fresh green vegetables, peanuts, and chili oil added to the soup.

31/08/2023

Best ever Portuguese egg tarts…. Malaysian book of record of the most sold egg tarts daily … Oriental Kopi Midvalley …

29/07/2023

My weekend project today:

Hinava Tuna: A traditional Sabahan cuisine, originated from the Kadazan Dusun tribes. This dish consists of raw fish marinated with lime juice, which is mixed together with a variety of seasoning such as salt, red chilli, slice shallot and ginger. Think of it like eating sushi - but savoury !

This can best be described as a fish salad like ceviche or yee sang. Thin slices of fish, most often tenggiri or mackerel, are tossed in a variation or mixture of the following: chilli, ginger, shallots, bitter gourd, and most importantly, lime dressing.

The acidity in the lime “cooks the fish” and turns the flesh a beautiful milky white colour.

15/07/2023

“Mayak Gyeran” (마약계란), which is the Korean name of this dish, translates to “drug eggs” to signify the incredibly delicious and addictive taste of these eggs, as its alluring flavor is guaranteed to have you craving for more.

Soy marinated eggs have always been my weakness. This recipe in particular is hands down one of my favorite banchan (Korean side dish) to make as it is suitable for any time of the day.

The beauty of these Korean marinated eggs lie in their versatility, as it can be used as an excellent garnish to heighten the flavors of any dish that you prefer. They also make for an incredible substitute for ramen eggs which contain similar flavor notes.

25/06/2023

Geoduck Fun Facts

- The oldest live geoduck on record was 168 years.
- Geoduck’s value is so high, there is proof of gangsters trading them for narcotics.
- During the first year of life, the clams are smaller than a dime.
- The Chinese call the geoduck the "elephant trunk clam".
- SCUBA divers utilize high-pressure water to "dig" out the geoduck.

Overall, geoducks are fascinating creatures that seem to be misunderstood, yet are g*ining in popularity. There are culinary experiences all over the world involving geoduck as a dish and individuals order them to cook at home—or even eat completely raw.

08/05/2023

Luxembourg's cuisine reflects the country's position between the Latin and Germanic countries, influenced by the cuisines of neighbouring France, Belgium and Germany. Recently, it has been influenced by the country's many Italian and Portuguese immigrants. As in Germany, most traditional, everyday Luxembourg dishes are of peasant origin, in contrast to the more sophisticated French fare.

06/05/2023

Needless to say, raw herring is an acquired taste and this silvery, slimy snack is definitely not for everyone. Nevertheless, it holds a special place in many Dutch people’s hearts and has been a staple dish of the Netherlands since the Middle Ages. This infamous fish can be bought throughout the country and in summer time herring season comes into full swing, with countless low-landers chowing down on this peculiarly Dutch delicacy.

21/01/2023

Here’s Sempah T-Farm! We create a unique dining experience in this wide, cool enviromnet, for a private dinner with your family or friends. There is a different menu for you to choose, whether you like the morning breeze cool; Or evening mist around in advance, we welcome at any time to booking to our exclusive cuisines.

An interesting concept style dinner
A central steamboat with an awesome clear soup. U can add Chinese wine into ur soup dish …. And vege fresh from the farm - plucked upon order and cleaned … and Ala carte order of their signature Chinese kampung style dishes …. It’s like a little “Chinese” Omakase ….

PHONE NUMBER

+60 11-1233 4988
[email protected]

ADDRESS

Near Yunding, Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia