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Monday, June 16, 2014

Getting Busy @ Busy Bodhi Cafe

1 comments Posted by Angeline at 12:10 AM

It was a lazy Sunday noon yesterday and we thought of getting some refreshments as well as touring a small part of Penang's Heritage Area.. We decided to stop by the Busy Bodhi Cafe to have a look after all it was actually part of our plans to visit the cafe..


The name of the cafe is taken after the Bodhi tree, and being famous for Ernest Zacharevic's mural, I must say Busy Bodhi cafe is a catch for locals and tourist for a pit stop after cycling and strolling..

Busy Bodhi Sign Board

Upon arriving at the cafe, we saw that the cafe was crowded with tourists and locals having their tea/coffee breaks.. but lucky for us..there was a small table still available..

Bar

After ordering our drinks, it's time for pictures...the cafe has a small bar where they prepare our food and drinks

Roof of Umbrellas

The roof of umbrellas is the main reason we visited the cafe, with it's unique decoration of umbrellas acting as roof, it gives out a cozy and comfortable ambiance for a place to hang out..


It seems the theme of the cafe is "Umbrellas" everywhere.. Haha.. Saw this at the bar top, where the tables are made out of bottle corks, paper umbrellas, and the chairs are made out of wires and bottle caps... Hmm..creative I must say..

 Postcards for Sale

There are also postcards,magnets and key chains for sale as a souvenir/remembrance of Penang's heritage attractions

Biscuits

Came across a few jars of biscuits known as "Atapchi" in hokkien, this used to be my favourite snacks when I was a kid.. Brings back alot of old memories..

Souvenirs for Sale

More stuff for sale..

How to get a Boyfriend?

Now this is a funny sign board I came across..it looks a little faded so let me explain it..
with the title "How to get a boyfriend?"
1. Buy coffee from "Busy Bodhi cafe"
2. Give it to the guy you like, tell him if it's nice then let's get together
3. Our coffee is really nice, so you will be successful
4. If he rejects you, please come back, we will provide you with another extra HOT coffee to splash him on his face.

Would you dare try? Haha...

Mural

Now here's one of the famous mural by Ernest Zacharevic , Penang's heritage area is famous for all his murals.. and to be able to capture one of his artworks is an honor to me.. 

What's the boy reaching for? Visit Busy Bodhi cafe to find out!

Can Crush Game

Why play candy crush when you can play "can crush"?? The waiter at the cafe is kind enough to invite us to try out the game... Can you crush a can with just one hand??

Drinks

Finally our refreshments arrived... me and my friend Minn ordered the thirst quenchers which is the Busy Bodhi Fizz of Peach and Cranberry flavours each costing only RM 13.00
and as for brother, he ordered the Ice Latte which costs RM 12.00.

Would definitely visit the cafe again for the drinks and ambiance..


Ratings :
Ambiance : 7/10 (0-3 Plain, 4-7 Comfortable, 8-10 Classy)
Food Choices : 6/10 (0-3 Limited, 4-7 Average, 8-10 Plenty)
Pricing 7/10 (0-3 Cheap, 4-7 Reasonable, 8-10 Expensive)
Taste : 7/10 (0-3 Tasteless, 4-7 Average, 8-10 Tasty)
Service : 8/10 (0-3 Poor, 4-7 Average, 8-10 Efficient)

 Also available:
(All day breakfast, Snacks - Salmon paste and crackers, Salmon caviar paste and crackers, selections of tea and coffee, beer)

 Address:
64, Lebuh Acheh,
10200, Georgetown, 
Penang, Malaysia.
(Tel: +6012-4975599)

 Operating hours : 
Mon - Thurs: 9.00AM - 7.30PM
Fri - Sun: 9.00AM - 9.30PM

 

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Friday, May 9, 2014

Having a Joyous Lunch @ Joyeux Cafe,Nagore Road

0 comments Posted by Angeline at 1:43 AM

Its been a while since I've written on my blog..Decided to have an entry today to revive the blog..

 It was lunch time and we decided to try something new today which is a newly opened cafe in Penang, Joyeux Cafe located at Nagore Road..

 Located at the row of shop houses just a few blocks from the famous Continental Bakery, Joyeux Cafe is easy to locate and with it's warm and cozy ambiance of bricks and patio style, it is a popular hang out for lunch and tea breaks.

                                                               Joyeux Shop Sign

 The shop sign will be easy to spot just right at the entrance of the cafe.
  Dining Area
 Dining Area

Plenty of tables for dining and the soft lighting gives out a cozy ambiance..Lets move on to the food!!
   Soup of the Day (Tomato Soup)

 For appetizers, we had the soup of the day which is Tomato Soup..It comes with 4 Olive Toast on the side with a touch of olive oil in the soup.. I would say it is slightly too sour, but still taste good.

 With its generous serving, it would be good for sharing too and it will cost only RM10.90 per serving.
    Pan Seared Barramundi Fish

 Here comes one of the main course, Mum ordered Fish as usual as it is her favourite, the Pan Seared Barramundi Fish comes with mashed potato, a side salad, and topped off with Hollandaise Sauce.. Love the mashed potato and the sauce goes perfectly with the well cooked fish.

 The Pan Seared Barramundi costs only RM 28.90 per serving.
 B.L.T

 B.L.T basically stands for Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato Sandwich, The above concept of serving is an open sandwich, which the bacon, tomatoes and lettuce are placed on top the toast without closing it up.. Topped off with mayonaise sauce, the BLT is perfect for Bacon lovers who do not have to feel guilty as there are green veges to ease the guilt of having too much meat.

 A plate of B.L.T Sandwich will cost only RM 16.90
    Grilled Chicken

 Next main course to arrive would be the Grilled Chicken, it comes with a side of mashed potato, salad, homemade toast and topped off with Lemon Pesto Sauce.

 The Grilled Chicken will costs only RM 24.90 per serving.
   Salmon Scrambled Eggs

 Finally my main course arrived, and to be honest, it wasn't what I've expected when I ordered it. The menu stated Scrambled Eggs, but it looked more like Salmon Omellette to me.. Well, anyway, it still tasted better than I expected, the Salmon Scrambled eggs comes with a side of crispy toast and salad and all this will cost only RM 14.90.
Fruit Tart

Now here comes the dessert at last..and this is something which is a must to order. The Strawberry Fruit tart comes with seasonal fruits which is mainly strawberries and blueberries wrapped around a generous amount of vanilla chantilly cream along with a scoop of sorbet sprinkled with tart crumbs..

I must say this dessert taste amazing and all the fruits, tart and cream just goes along very well..It will cost only RM 14.90 per serving and it is worth the try.

Eclair

Next dessert would be the Eclair..Hmm..not particularly my favourite but it is worth a try. The Eclair comes with choux pastry filled with generous amount of sweet filling cream with a touch of chocolate drizzle to finish it.

One serving of Eclair will cost RM14.90.

Orange Juice

What's for drinks? The orange juice that I've ordered is served in a wine-liked glass and it costs RM 9.90 per glass.

Cafe Latte

Mum as usual had her coffee fix of Cafe Latte which costs RM 10.90 per cup.

All in all, it was a great meal I've had today at the Joyeux Cafe, would definitely return again preferably for desserts and tea time.

Ambiance : 7/10 ( 0-3 Plain, 4-7 Comfortable, 8-10 Classy )
Food Choices : 7/10 ( 0-3 Limited, 4-7 Average, 8-10 Plenty )
Pricing : 8/10 ( 0-3 Cheap, 4-7 Reasonable, 8-10 Expensive )
Taste : 8/10 ( 0-3 Tasteless. 4-7 Average, 8-10 Tasty )
Service : 8/10 ( 0-3 Poor, 4-7 Average, 8-10 Efficient )

 Address:
79, Nagore Road,
10050, Georgetown,
Penang, Malaysia.
(Tel: +604 - 2266295)


 

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Sunday, December 18, 2011

Brunch @ China House/Kopi C

4 comments Posted by Angeline at 3:35 PM

Related Link : Kopi Cine, Stewart Lane


Another week has passed by..another visit to a new place..With a cosy and homely ambiance, China House brings you a variety of 40 types of cakes, a selection of breakfast, lunch,dinner and drinks on the menu..


China House is a traditional pre-war shop house being converted into cafe, gallery and theatre..located at the Heritage Walk in Penang..China House was previously located at Stewart Lane with the well-known name of Kopi Cine behind the Goddess of Mercy Temple, however, they are now situated at a new location at Beach Street..


China House Shop Sign


Look for the China House Shop Sigh for first timers..


China House Entrance ( Beach Street )


Two entrance for patrons to enter the shop..preferable entrance for day patrons as the other entrance leads to the canteen @ China House..


Bar


Looks almost the same as the previous Kopi Cine..


Today's Special


You'll find today's special written on the huge mirror beside the bar..


Cake Selection


China House provides 40 selection of types of cakes..However not all are displayed at the counter..


Big Breakfast


The Big Breakfast comes with Two Sunny-side Up Eggs, Lamb Sausage, Beef Patty, and Sauteed Spinach with Mushrooms..Four toasted bread which is accompanied with butter,Chilli Jam (Recommended with the Beef and Lamb), Caramalized Onions and Lemon Hollandaise Sauce (Recommended with the Eggs)..


The Big breakfast is perfect for sharing among two people..unless you have a big appetite for food! It will only cost RM30.00 per serving..


Chocolate Rapsberry Layered Cake and Gula Melaka Ice Cream


The cakes are something which you should order for dessert..I miss the old Gula Melaka Ice Cream Layered Cake which I previously had in Kopi Cine..They have removed all items from the old menu..


The Chocolate Rapsberry Layered Cake consist of 6 Layers of Chocolate Cake, Chocolate filling, Rapsberry fruits and Cream in each layer...which costs RM15.00..
I ordered a Gula Melaka Ice Cream to accompany the cake..There are roughly around 14-15 selections of Home made Ice Cream..for RM8.00 per scoop..


English Breakfast Tea


As usual..I'll order my favourite English Breakfast tea in a pot..I would recommend for sharing among two people as one pot can fill up to 5 cups..It will cost you only RM10.00 per pot..


Iced Mocha


Or would you fancy something cooling with caffaine..? Have an Iced Mocha to cool yourself down on a hot and sunny day.. for only RM10.00..


Iced Water


Some Iced Water for you?


Hall of Arts


There's a room on the second floor which is an art gallery with paintings and drawings as well as a Chinese opera theatre..Visit the second floor if any of you have a chance..


Open Air Dining Area


Open Air dining area for smokers..


Garden Area and Pool


Located at the heart of the Pre-war building..there's a garden for dining area as well as a pool..Perfect area for a drink or two during the evening/night..


Garden Area


Another dining area at the garden...


Crayons


Just like the old Kopi Cine,crayons are provided for scribbles and drawings..


Bar @ the Canteen


Here's the other side of China House, called Canteen..which is opened during the night..perfect hangout for drinks and meals..as you enjoy the music played by professionals..


Special Performance by Kien Lim


During my visit to China House, I got the opportunity to meet a professional singer and songwriter, Kien Lim who now performs at China House during weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)..


For customers, who plays an instrument or sings well..the mic is yours on Sunday night!!


China House Entrance (Victoria Street)


Here's the other entrance apart from the one at Beach Street..Preferable for Night time customers who are heading to Canteen..


Ambiance : 9/10 ( 0-3 Plain, 4-7 Comfortable, 8-10 Classy )
Food Choices : 7/10 ( 0-3 Limited, 4-7 Average, 8-10 Plenty )
Pricing : 8/10 ( 0-3 Cheap, 4-7 Reasonable, 8-10 Expensive )
Taste : 7/10 ( 0-3 Tasteless. 4-7 Average, 8-10 Tasty )
Service : 9/10 ( 0-3 Poor, 4-7 Average, 8-10 Efficient )


Address :
China House
153 & 155 Beach Street,
Georgetown, Penang.


183B Victoria Street,
Georgetown, Penang.
(Tel : +604 - 2637299) 

 

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Sunday, December 11, 2011

Sunday Breakfast @ MoonTree47

0 comments Posted by Angeline at 1:06 PM

It was a cooling Sunday morning..that I decided to head out to MoonTree47 for breakfast..
Located at the heart of Muntri Street...the traditional Malaysian Shophouse built in the 1920s provides accommodation for tourists, backpackers as well as locals.


At MoonTree47, apart from the accommodation provided, the heritage house serves as a restaurant as well..providing a variety of healthy cuisine..


MoonTree47 


With just 45-mins drive from the Penang International Airport and 5-mins from the Weld Quay Terminal Bus, MoonTree47 provides easy access for accommodation and food.


The Entrance


Classic pre-war house entrance..


Bar


Where all aromatic Coffee and Teas are brewed!


A Touch of Nature


Pond and a touch of nature to provide a relaxing environment..


Another Touch of Nature


The cosy and earthy-toned environment provides a homely ambiance for locals and tourists to allow themselves to be comfortable..


No Smoking Sign!


Patrons! Strictly no smoking within the premise..


Cheesy Omelette


Here comes the food..! Healthy Cheesy Omelette well cooked with red tomatoes, cheese and red onions..Accompanied with two slices of wholemeal bread, two slices of oranges and a banana..for the price of RM7.00..


Bacon Sandwich (Overall View)


Bacon Sandwich (Closed Up)


Bacon, tomatoes, apples and lettuce wrapped up in wholemeal bread! Accompanied with two slices of oranges and a banana...again another healthy meal for only RM8.00..!!


French Toast (Overall View)


French Toast (Closed Up)


To finish it, order the french toast which is perfectly toasted, drizzled with honey and butter and with slices of bananas to sweeten it up! A perfect finish for the meal for only RM4.00!!


Cafe Latte


Start off your morning with a cup of coffee! Along with a piece of sesame cookie for the price of RM10.00..


English Breakfast Tea


Perhaps a cup of Tea for those who do not fancy coffee? For only RM6.00, the English Breakfast Tea gives a soothing effect for a cloudy morning..


Ratings :
Ambiance : 7/10 (0-3 Plain, 4-7 Comfortable, 8-10 Classy)
Food Choices : 7/10 (0-3 Limited, 4-7 Average, 8-10 Plenty)
Pricing 7/10 (0-3 Cheap, 4-7 Reasonable, 8-10 Expensive)
Taste : 8/10 (0-3 Tasteless, 4-7 Average, 8-10 Tasty)
Service : 8/10 (0-3 Poor, 4-7 Average, 8-10 Efficient)


Address : 
47, Muntri Street,
10200, Georgetown.
(Guest House also provides newspapers, laundry and bicycle services for guests convenience)

 

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