Cover Peranakan buffet at Princess Terrace
Peranakan buffet at Princess Terrace
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Princess Terrace’s time-tested recipes keep lovers of Penang’s distinctive cuisine coming back for more
From smoky, wok-hei-infused char kway teow to delicate, colourful Nonya kueh, Penang’s bold and distinctive flavours have earned it the title of Malaysia’s food capital. With a history of over two centuries, Penang’s diverse culinary heritage is hard to replicate. However, thanks to the culinary prowess of chef Talor Liew and his team at Princess Terrace, Singapore has its very own “little Penang,” where the vibrant tastes of Malaysia’s street food paradise come to life.
A beacon of Penang cuisine since the 1970s, this homely restaurant at Copthorne King’s Hotel is beloved by generations of Singaporeans for its extensive buffet line-up, filled with the coastal city’s most iconic dishes. Among its most popular offerings is the wok-fried Penang char kway teow, a must-try that’s laden with aromatic Chinese sausage, springy prawns and juicy cockles. The Penang assam laksa, with its spicy and tangy fish-based broth, is another favourite, while the lesser-known but equally moreish ark thui mee sua is elevated and beautifully honoured with the use of tender Silver Hill duck meat steeped in a piquant herbal soup.
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Above Live noodles station
Above Penang Hokkien mee soup
Live noodles station
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Staying true to the Peranakan culture that is central to Penang’s history, each buffet service at Princess Terrace is complemented by a delectable array of Nonya kueh. Exquisitely handmade using traditional recipes passed down through generations, these sweet treats are also available during the daily Nonya Afternoon Tea service, which offers bite-sized servings of perennial favourites such as kueh lapis sagu and kueh talam. The set is also accompanied by mini egg tarts and an assortment of savouries, including leaf-wrapped nasi lemak and the restaurant’s signature “Grandma’s Specialty Popiah”.
The festive period is especially exciting at Princess Terrace, as fans eagerly anticipate yearly special offerings such as the Christmas-limited Nonya-style roasted turkey breast with buah keluak sauce, and the Penang Hakka deep-fried pork with red fermented beancurd, which is available in the lead up to the new year.
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