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    Donald & Lily’s Nyonya Food, Melaka

    by  • October 29, 2011 • - Malaysia, Melaka • 4 Comments

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    Located off the main road of Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Donald & Lily is a quaint little place serving peranakan food. I first came across this eatery while looking for a parking spot near to Jonker Street.   I couldn’t resist the assam fish – the fish was fresh and went really well with...

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    Durian Cendol at Jonker 88, Melaka

    by  • October 23, 2011 • - Malaysia, Melaka • 0 Comments

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      I have fond memories of cendol. As a kid, Mum would reward me with this delightful dessert whenever I’m well-behaved. A bowl of cendol never fail to bring back those childhood memories.    Whenever I’m back in Melaka, I’ll stop by Jonker 88 for their durian chendol. I love the thick, syrupy gula melaka and pungent durian...

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    Baba Charlie nyonya kuih, Melaka

    by  • October 4, 2011 • - Malaysia, Melaka • 0 Comments

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    If you’re in Melaka, do drop by Baba Charlie. This home-based nyonya kuih-maker started off selling their delicious kuih in pasar malam (night market) more than 20 years ago. Baba Charlie offers a wide variety of nyonya kuih. Besides the usual onde-onde, kuih lapis and kuih talam, Baba Charlie has an extensive selection of...

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