A few days ago, our friends from overseas came back to Ipoh again after a round of visiting friends and relatives in other states and neighbouring countries. Once again, there was another round of reunion dinner and gathering of both new and old friends. Most are old friends and one or two new friends were introduced to us through our friends from oversea.
Again, our friend who is a good cook was in charge of the menu and the cooking. The rest of us were to gather at the chosen venue (house of another friend) and we all sat down to enjoy a very yummy, delicious home cooked dinner. Many thanks to our cook who cooked all the dishes!
Poached or steamed chicken (referred to as bearded chicken or woo soh kai in Cantonese)
Special ginger paste and bird's eye chilies with soy sauce as dipping sauces for the chicken.
Very appetizing assam fish curry with ladies finger, tomatoes, brinjal, etc.
Mixed veggie - Chinese cabbage, carrot, Enokitake mushroom (golden needle mushroom) & glass noodle, etc.
Steamed white silky smooth tofu with sauce & spring onion.
Healthy red rice and white rice, according to our preference.
2 bottles of red wine - generous contribution from the host.
A little red wine is good for health.
Later in the evening, more friends came to join in for a drink and we also had chilled sweet, juicy cut mangoes.
Not everyone likes wine. Some preferred the canned 100 Plus isotonic drink.
Finally, our oversea friends presented the men each with a can of Guinness Draught specially brought back all the way from overseas. The men's positive feedback ... the taste was very soothing. Drinking Guiness has its share of health benefits too!
Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery.
Instead, be filled with the Spirit,
speaking to one another with psalms,
hymns, and songs from the Spirit.
Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord,
always giving thanks to God the Father for everything,
in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
(Ephesians 5:18-20, New International Version-NIV)
The feast looks fantastic!
ReplyDeleteJoyful, It is sort of a celebration dinner!
DeleteEverything looks delicious! x
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Thank you, S Beresford, yes, it is!
DeleteI like the steamed chicken with the dipping sauce.... must make that soon!
ReplyDeleteYa, that dish we must have one in a while especially with the ginger paste sauce.
DeleteA feast fit for a King, it all looks wonderful.
ReplyDeleteIn a way yes, because all the food were especially cooked for us. We didn't have to lift a finger.
Deletewith such delicious items to finish off, i wonder if you had time for anything else!!
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Deeps, no worries, we have about 11 of us to help finish off the food. After that we have plenty of time to chat and get to know our new friends.
Deleteoops! which means i cant join then :(
DeleteWhole table full of yummy food. Steamed chicken with the chilli dippings makes a perfect dish.
ReplyDeleteI like steamed chicken with the ginger paste.
DeleteWhat a mouthwatering meal! Tho blanched chicken looks really tender and delicious.
ReplyDeleteAngie, the chicken was tender and indeed delicious.
DeleteI always envy people who can put out a whole table of food like that! When I try to cook for more people sure koyak one.
ReplyDeleteStacy, you are not alone. I too will koyak...hahaha!
DeleteThis looks amazingly delicious I will have a plate now.
ReplyDeleteHi Jackie, okay, get ready to receive the plate!
DeleteYour friend is a good cook...
ReplyDeleteYes, she is a good cook.
DeleteNice being with friends and good food:)
ReplyDeleteJoy, it is a blessing to enjoy both!
DeleteWelcome Nancy. I'm new to your blog but I have a friend call Meilin who has taught me new things about China and of course the wonderful food. What I saw today was wonderful and I'm hungry right now. See ya again soon.
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Hi Paul, thank you for your visit and comments. See you and God bless you.
DeleteIT is nice to meet our old friends and spend time with them. Beautiful sweet memories. Sounds you had a wonderful party with delicious food...
ReplyDeleteIt is a wonderful party with delicious food and great fellowship with friends.
Deletereally wonderful dishes!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Theresa. Have a great day!
DeleteYou have the most amazing food. And often. Lucky you.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous day. ☺
Thank you, Sandee. Feeling lucky!
DeleteNow I can't wait to retire because from your post, retirement means time for bonding and fellowship with friends.
ReplyDeleteMun, it is true that retirement means plenty of time for bonding and fellowship with friends.
DeleteWow..your fren is really a good cook! The chicken is so yellow and Kampong-ish... must be very very nice!!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, she is! The chicken very tasty, tender too...
DeleteYour cuisine looks yummy but completely different from Polish one
ReplyDeleteThis is the typical Malaysian Chinese cuisine.
DeleteYour posts always make me hungry - and I just had a lovely dinner, curry shrimp cooked from scratch.
ReplyDeleteCarola, hmmm I love curry shrimp, very tasty and appetizing too!
DeleteA meal with friends is one of the great joys. And this looks like a feast.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
xo
Yes Amalia, it is a delightful time.
DeleteNice to have a close friend who's also a good cook :)
ReplyDeleteHi Lina, it is also a blessing!
DeleteOmigosh, I will be salivating all day just thinking about this feast. What a great reunion! ^.^
ReplyDeleteHi Sharon, thank you and have a great day!
Deleteyummy for the tummy. the assam fish looks so delish.
ReplyDeleteHi, thank you for your visit and comment. Have a great day!
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