WHAT TO EAT? Durian Cendol Borhan (https://www.facebook.com/pages/CendolDurian-Borhan/338747142838067) Nothing beats the sensation of a good bowl of cendol (green noodle dessert immersed in coconut milk mixed with shaved ice) on a hot day. Tucked beside the Klang-Teluk Intan freeway, Durian Cendol Borhan is the place to go for refreshments. Although durian cendol is quite common, Borhan’s recipe is in a class of its own. Smooth and creamy coconut milk is poured into the bowl together with palm sugar, then soft pandan jelly that melts in the mouth and a slab of durian flesh are added. Once you start sipping the cendol, you will find the sweet taste of the palm sugar mixed with the creamy coconut milk make the whole concoction magical. At Durian Cendol Borhan, another delicacy that travellers should not miss is the rojak. Covered generously with ground peanuts, compared to the rojak served at other places, Durian Cendol Borhan’s rojak is spicier thus leave you feeling heaty; but after a few bites, it gets pretty addictive. Teng Wun Bakery & Confectionary (https://www.facebook.com/teng.wun) Started in 1980, this 40-year-old bakery is still going strong with a delicious line of pastries that sell out on daily basis. Also known as Kaya Kok, this particular pastry lived up to its fame with buttery, brittle crust and sweet, creamy kaya paste filling. The airy crust mimics a soft puff pastry texture; once combined with thick kaya, the puff tastes so gratifying. Another popular choice is the spongy durian cake that is laced with a mix of fresh whipped cream and durian paste, making the whole dessert rather light yet intense. If you are not a fan of both, then there is an assortment of other desserts available that might suit your taste. The bakery’s cakes and cupcakes are popular too. Ran by the owner’s family members, Teng Wun Bakery has long gained the respect and attention of the media with its uncompromising taste and quality.
One of the most historical moments for the owner was when the bakery was visited by Malaysia’s former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Abdul Razak in 2010. Opens five days a week (closed on Tuesday), customers are advised to make reservations due to high demand. Auntie Foo’s (https://www.facebook.com/ AuntieFooKualaSelangor/) Auntie Foo’s, situated near Melawati hill, is an eccentric, hip and edgy café that attracts the younger generation of tourists to hang out and indulge. The air-conditioned interior and free Wi-Fi offers respite from Kuala Selangor’s scorching weather. Auntie Foo’s offers a great number of scrumptious food and beverages, ranging from nasi lemak to English breakfast. But the one dish that is a must-try is their signature cendol with smooth-textured sorbet made from coconut milk mixed with home-made palm sugar that does not cloy, hanging saccharinely between the creaminess of the coconut and the lightness of the cendol (green noodles). It is an interesting approach to the traditional dessert, and it works like wonders. Warung Ibu Nasi Ambeng (https://www.facebook.com/ Warungibunasiambeng/) Known as a Javanese traditional dish, Nasi Ambeng is usually served during celebrations such as weddings and events. It also signifies unity and egalitarianism. Traditionally, the dish is served in a big tray and shared by four or five people at once. Warung Ibu Nasi Ambeng prepares the dish purely out of its original intent, as the set of rice, chicken, spiced coconut shavings and fried noodles are served in a big, round tray and shared by two customers at a time. The portion is actually quite large it could even be shared up to three persons per tray. Only 16 minutes from Kuala Selangor, this restaurant is worth the stop because the food served is made with love and sincerity consistently by Ibu (Malay word for mother) since ten years ago. Open: Everyday Operating hours: 10:00 a.m. until sold
out (usually at around 2:00 p.m. on weekends) Price: MYR7.00 to MYR18.00 Batang Kali Bamboo Biryani (https://www.facebook.com/ ammassignatures/) Commonly found at the streets of Karnataka Tamil-Nadu, India, locals can now have a taste of Bamboo cooked biryani rice in Batang Kali, Selangor. Amma’s Signature is a catering company that specialises in this exotic dish, and they recently converted their headquarters into a restaurant that accepts dine-in customers. The Bamboo Biryani served is so aromatic, the scent of spices and herbs wafts all the way to the exterior of the cosy dining area. The portion is big and can be shared up to three people at one time. Their specialty ranges from normal meats such as chicken, meat and lamb all the way to seafood, especially the lobster Bamboo Biryani Rice at MYR160.00 per set. All their spices like garam masala are imported from India, so the food at the restaurant tastes undeniably authentic. Customers are advised to make reservations before dining in. Operating Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Price: From RM18.50 to RM160.00 Kunya-Kunya (https://www.facebook.com/ kunyakunyaofficial/) Dried chips are one of the staple snacks that can be found in most Malaysian houses, eaten in the afternoon with tea. The supplier of local snacks called Kunya-Kunya has been in business since 1999 and is famous among locals but operates from a humble store, which is an extension of the owner’s home that doubles up as a factory where the cooking and preparing of the snacks such as dried banana chips, onion chips and bahulu (bite-sized soft cakes) take place. The store also sells items from other vendors. With innovation at the heart of the business model, Kunya-Kunya is open for tours and manufacturing demonstration. Open: Everyday Operating Hour: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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