IPH Day 3 │ Two Six • Majestic to City One!

Going Home!

We woke up at a quarter past seven and began to pack up. We got ready and were out the door an hour later, but not before a quick sweep of the homestay to make sure nothing was left behind. We then rode an elevator down to Level 5 to load our bags into BiBi and drove down to the lobby.

We deposited the unit access cards and keys into the designated mailbox at half past eight. We recommend this homestay managed by GA Homes Homestay to everyone, and this is the link to their Booking.com page.

We then drove a short distance to Jalan Panglima in the vicinity of Concubine Lane. We settled on the first coffee shop we saw, Two Six Restaurant and promptly ordered:

• 2 sets of Roti Goyang (toast with hard boiled egg)
• Iced Milo
• hot White Coffee 

for a total of RM17.00 (approximately USD4/EUR3). We also took away some steamed buns for RM26.20 (approximately USD6/EUR5).

Breakfast out of the way we hopped back into BiBi at 9:10am to begin our drive back to Kuala Lumpur.

The drive was uneventful that only took a little over two hours. As soon as we arrived back we headed to Kampung Baru so that BiBi could have a shower, and after that we headed back home.

Stay tuned for the next series of videos of our trip back to my home town of Kuala Terengganu!

Do visit our YouTube Channel Have Perut Will Travel)

📍 Location:

The Majestic Condo Ipoh - https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pg1ZdN6CEDWJgzwR9

Restoran Two Six - https://maps.app.goo.gl/VAyizCCyA49q4cQy9

Car Wash Kg Baru - https://maps.app.goo.gl/NXbzBoaG2TBaSUZT7

Havironia Music - https://maps.app.goo.gl/qXt7SWQGXzBs9t6DA

IPH Day 2 │ RNC Food Court • Gerbang Malam!

Late Lunch!

We were knackered from the walkabout this morning and took a nap after coming back. By the time we woke up it was past lunchtime, and we were feeling a little hungry. 

We left the homestay at a quarter to three and headed down to see what was available. We noticed that RNC Food Court right beside The Majestic Condo was finally open, and so we walked in to look around. 

Not many stalls were open so from the few that were we ordered:

• Seaweed Soup Noodles
• Minced Meat Noodles
• Rojak Buah (Fruit Salad)
• 2 Kumquat Juice

for a grand total of RM30.00 (approximately USD7/EUR6). We then headed back to the homestay.

At seven in the evening we went out again headed north along Jalan Dato Tahwil Azar. We walked across Jalan Sultan Iskandar and had arrived at Gerbang Malam!

Touted as the Night Gate Market of Ipoh Gerbang Malam is located at Jalan Dato Tahwil Azar in Taman Jubilee. It is a vibrant marketplace that comes alive every evening with the cacophonous exchanges of buyers and sellers. Shops sell all kinds of goods here, ranging from clothes, accessories, jewelry, electronics, and beauty products, to fruits, flowers, and delectable snack items.

Our first port-of-call was Restoran Tauke Ayam Ong Kee for dinner. We ordered the customary steamed chicken with bean sprouts. Together with rice, soup and a round of Longan drink our authentic Ipoh meal came to RM39.00 (approximately USD9/EUR8).

Just across from Ong Kee was Lou Wong, another bean sprout chicken shop that we purposefully avoid. During the pandemic  we wanted to give Lou Wong a try and as luck would have it, we found an empty table outside but was told that we were not allowed to sit there since it was meant for four persons. Mind you it wasn't a busy night and we were not depriving anyone of a seat.

We were then asked to sit indoors and knowing that there would be inadequate ventilation we left Lou Wong, and have never been back since. Guess what? Their loss will always be Ong Kee's gain!

By the time we were done with dinner the sun had set, and with it a much cooler temperature for us to explore the night market in earnest.

We walked the length of the night market to its end then doubled back but did not find anything that caught our fancy. We then stopped by Yee Hup Biscuits and made away with two bagful of assorted biscuits for a grand total of RM101.20 (approximately USD24/EUR20). 

We also got three small bottles of various balms for Cat's good friend Kak Ita for RM7.00 each (approximately USD5/EUR4). All done with Gerbang Malam we walked across Jalan Sultan Iskandar and continued south along Jalan  Dato Tahwil Azar. 

We reached The Majestic condo then rode an elevator up to Level 21 where the rooftop garden was. Here we captured footage of Ipoh's urban landscape illuminated by its lights and the night sky before making our way back to the homestay.

Be sure to catch our next video as we make the return drive back to Kuala Lumpur!

Do visit our YouTube Channel Have Perut Will Travel)

📍 Location:

The Majestic Condo Ipoh - https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pg1ZdN6CEDWJgzwR9

Gerbang Malam Ipoh - https://maps.app.goo.gl/x82HWhY4jojdGGFk6

Ong Kee Restaurant - https://maps.app.goo.gl/aZ6zmwYpTqgS4wZx9

Yee Hup Biscuits - https://maps.app.goo.gl/jyjBBKeWn9Q52Jvb6

IPH Day 2 │ Ming Court • Concubine Lane • Sin Yoon Loong!

Morning Walkabout!

The heavy downpour from the night before reduced the temperature of the weather this morning. We arose at half past seven and were out the door an hour later. Our first port-of-call was Ming Court Dim Sum, a kilometer's walk away.

We walked out onto Jalan Dato Tahwil Azar headed north before walking across Jalan Sultan Iskandar and continuing north until we reached Jalan Sultan Idris.

Here we walked across and continued north before turning right onto Jalan Leong Sin Nam, and in no time at all had arrived at our breakfast destination.

We were thankfully able to get a seat and immediately ordered an assortment of dim sum dishes for a grand total of RM54.15 (approximately USD13/EUR11).

Breakfast out of the way we then began our morning walkabout in earnest. We walked onto Jalan Raja Ekram headed north before turning right onto Jalan Sultan Idris Shah headed west.

We continued for about a kilometer before walking across and continuing onto Jalan Bandar Timah. Here we explored the area especially Panglima and Market Lanes, notably known as Concubine and Second Concubine Lanes.

We were not able to locate Hale Lane, known as Wife Lane. Once done with the area we continued to the Birch Memorial Clock Tower before continuing along then across Jalan Sultan Iskandar onto Jalan Market, eventually ending up along Jalan Bandar Timah for drinks at Sin Yoon Loong coffee shop. Here we ordered:

• a large glass of Ipoh White Coffee
• Iced Lemon Tea
• Egg Custard 

for a total of RM12.60 (approximately USD/EUR3).

We then made our way back to the homestay heading back onto Jalan Sultan Iskandar headed east and across the Kinta River. We then turned right onto Jalan Masjid before continuing onto Jalan Onn Jaafar headed south.

We were soon back at the Imperial Tower of The Majestic and headed up to the homestay to shower and rest.

Be sure to catch our next video as we finally explore Gerbang Malam!

Do visit our YouTube Channel Have Perut Will Travel)

📍 Location:

The Majestic Condo Ipoh - https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pg1ZdN6CEDWJgzwR9

Ming Court Hong Kong Dim Sum - https://maps.app.goo.gl/hJeoxQHohhJ87QRw9

Concubine Lane - https://maps.app.goo.gl/XmMRYuLTGiuLLhYx5

Birch Memorial Clock Tower - https://maps.app.goo.gl/9UHjXgmX1eAtAfuF8

Sin Yoon Loong - https://maps.app.goo.gl/QN7TvYQCUhvWmSbG6

Mural Art's Lane - https://maps.app.goo.gl/FbbR9dDTC5TurAjC8

IPH Day 1 │ Haji Gany!

Heavy downpour!

The afternoon heat was unbearable so we spent our time indoors till evening.

We had intended to go on a walkabout to Gerbang Malam less than a kilometer away.

Alas a heavy downpour at half past seven put paid our plans. We waited for about two hours for the rain to subside to a drizzle, and in that time most if not all of the eateries at Gerbang Malam had closed for the night. 

Our immediate options for dinner were a couple of coffee shops across The Majestic along Jalan Dato Tahwil Azar but they were also in the midst of closing up. 

We then continue to Jalan Yang Kalsom and eventually ended up at Haji Gany Nasi Kandar, an Indian Muslim restaurant that was open around the clock. 

We took our seats and ordered a simple meal of:

• Maggi Mee Goreng
• Roti Canai Sardin 
• 2 Coca-Cola 

for a grand total of only RM14.50 (approximately USD/EUR3). We then made our way back to The Majestic. 

Stay tuned for our next video as we have breakfast at Ming Court Hong Kong Dim Sum!

Do visit our YouTube Channel Have Perut Will Travel)

📍 Location:

The Majestic Condo Ipoh - https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pg1ZdN6CEDWJgzwR9

Restoran HAJI GANY - https://maps.app.goo.gl/Y62M3ebg6BZNxiNH9

IPH Day 1 │ Homestay - The Majestic!

Homestay in Ipoh!

We arrived at The Majestic Condo, home for the next two nights approximately three hours after leaving Kuala Lumpur.

Professionally hosted by GA Homes Homestay, The Majestic offers a stylish apartment with an infinity swimming pool, lush garden, and indoor pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: The apartment features air-conditioning, a kitchenette, balcony, private bathroom, and a dining area. Additional amenities include a washing machine, microwave, and electric kettle.

We'd like to list the top 3 things we love about this Airbnb:

1. Location
2. Location
3. Location! 

Within walking distance to most attractions The Majestic was conveniently located to all our favourite sites including Padang Ipoh, Concubine Land and Gerbang Malam. At RM182.00 a night (approximately USD43/EUR37) this apartment represented value for money for sure!

We hope the footage shared will do justice to this cosy apartment, as we immediately headed out again in search of lunch. We had an excellent lunch at Nasi Ganja Ipoh (be sure to catch our previous video) and came back to the homestay, but not before touring the swimming pool and gym at Level 7 and the rooftop garden at Level 21.

We then settled in and spent the afternoon indoors. Stay tuned for our next video as we take an evening stroll headed to a night market nearby!

Do visit our YouTube Channel Have Perut Will Travel)

📍 Location:

The Majestic Condo Ipoh - https://maps.app.goo.gl/NmFUrRUs1bMTZMgp6

Saturday Outing │ Wan Lee Heng • Sido Mampir • Qimi Car Wash!

Saturday Outing!

It was a quiet Saturday morning and we actually planned to stay home the entire home. However we suffered from option paralysis as we scrolled the innumerable choices available on the Grab food app and we decided to drive out to lunch instead.

We rode an elevator down to BiBi at the fourth floor and made our way to the general area of Chow Kit. With provisions needing replenishment and BiBi in need of a shower this would be an excellent launch pad.

We parked in front of Wan Lee Heng Cash & Carry situated along Lengkok Raja Laut and began our shopping there. We made away with tidbits and other provisions for a grand total of RM142.10 (approximately USD33/EUR29) that was stowed away in BiBi.

We then walked a short distance to an Indonesian restaurant called Sido Mampir as we missed our time in Jakarta. Here we ordered the:

• Rawon Daging for the both of us 
• Plain Omelette 
• 2 plates of White Rice
• Iced Nescafe
• Iced Lemon Tea

Our excellent and nostalgic Javanese lunch came to RM32.55 (approximately USD8/EUR7).

As we left Sido Mampir we stopped by the biscuit shop In Hua Bee and got several varieties of Mung Bean biscuits for RM15.00 (approximately USD4/EUR3). 

We then made our way back to BiBi and made a loop around Chow Kit before ending up at Qimi Car Wash. A wash and vacuum session cost RM20.00 (approximately USD5/EUR4), and we were impressed that they took they time to care for BiBi.

Before leaving Qimi Car Wash I placed an order to pick up two regular-sized pizzas from Domino's for an irresistible price of RM38.90 (approximately USD9/EUR8). We then drove a short distance then collected the pizzas. As I sat and waited while Cat went to pick up the pizzas a man came up to the window with an vague request for money. Fearing an attempt at 'pukau' (inducing a trance) we quickly left the place and headed home.

We will be headed north to an old tin mining town next week, so please stay tuned!  

Do visit our YouTube Channel Have Perut Will Travel)

📍 Location:

Havironia Music - https://maps.app.goo.gl/o3rqDhKrBhSxDSUW8

Wan Lee Heng Cash & Carry - https://maps.app.goo.gl/E4GZrrixCLFcnzHEA

Restoran Sido Mampir - https://maps.app.goo.gl/DZPeHvURvpeucnHz6

QIMI CAR WASH - https://maps.app.goo.gl/YenYsQpeqL25QMVj8

Domino's Dang Wangi - https://maps.app.goo.gl/Dyhep5yfjCmv5yiN9

Saturday Amble │ Discover Borneo • Caroline!

Caroline!

Cat's favourite beadstress was in town and we made plans to see her today. The Curve was holding a Discover Borneo https://thecurve.com.my/discover-borneo/ exhibition from the 4th of July until tomorrow at its Centre Court. Caroline will be returning to Kuching tomorrow as well, so it was imperative that we see her today. 

We arrived at the Mutiara Damansara MRT station and made our way to The Curve. At the Centre Court where the Discover Borneo https://thecurve.com.my/discover-borneo/ exhibition was held we met up with Caroline and handed her my string of Lava beads bracelet as well as a couple of Cat's necklaces for restringing. 

Cat then browsed Caroline's depleted collection of necklaces (it's been a week since she set up her booth) and eventually selected five necklaces to add to her every growing collection. Since we needed to have lunch Caroline suggested we go eat while she worked on restringing our necklaces and bracelet. 

Do watch our previous video to find out what we had to eat. By the time we were done with lunch it was a quarter past two, so we walked back to the Centre Court of The Curve. We were just in time to catch a traditional dance performance. 

Caroline was still working on restringing Cat's second necklace, while my Lava beads bracelet was worked on by a friend. We elected to wait and in that time were fortunate to catch a blow dart exhibition. 

Our necklaces and bracelet were finally restrung and together with a free woven bag for Cat and a free beads bracelet our haul from Caroline came to RM940.00 (approximately USD220/EUR190) which may seem little pricey but well worth it for her exquisite handwork. 

By the time we were done it was just past three, so we bade Caroline a fond farewell. Do watch our previous video on where we headed next after The Curve.

With nothing planned in the upcoming weeks we will share vlogs of our weekend excursions here and there, so please stay tuned!  

Do visit our YouTube Channel Have Perut Will Travel)

📍 Location:

The Curve - https://maps.app.goo.gl/NUcjRnv97pNSFRZP7

Saturday Amble │ The CURVE • NU Sentral!

Discover Borneo!

Cat's favourite beadstress was in town and we made plans to see her today. The Curve was holding a Discover Borneo exhibition from the 4th of July until tomorrow at its Centre Court. Caroline will be returning to Kuching tomorrow as well, so it was imperative that we see her today. 

We left our home at ten past eleven, and seeing as we were running a little late we hailed a Grab car for a fare of RM21.00 (approximately USD5/EUR4) to The Curve. Alas the Grab car cancelled on us. Fearing the ongoing ASEAN summit was wreaking havoc on traffic we then decided to walk to the Bandaraya LRT station. 

Here we caught a train bound for Sentul at a quarter to twelve and disembarked at the Titiwangsa station. We then walked over to the MRT station and caught another train bound for Putrajaya. We disembarked at the Tun Razak Exchange MRT station and switched to the train bound for Kwasa Damansara. 

We eventually arrived at Mutiara Damansara MRT station at a quarter to one for a total fare of RM3.20 (approximately USD0.80/EUR0.60). After some time spent taking photos at the station we headed into The Curve. 

Please catch our upcoming video on the exhibition and our time spent with Caroline.

Since we needed to have lunch Caroline suggested we go eat while she worked on restringing our necklaces and bracelet. We wandered around and eventually settled on Soup Based Kitchen where we had the:

• Omelette with Minced Chicken & Rice set
• Smoked Duck with Rice set

for a total of RM39.80 (approximately USD9/EUR8). This was a truly value for money meal since each set came with a bowl of soup and a glass of Iced Chinese Tea. 

By the time we were done with lunch it was a quarter past two, so we headed back to Caroline's booth. We were all done with our splurge on beads and such at half past three, so we bade Caroline a fond farewell. In the interest of time hailed a Grab car for a fare of RM19.00 (approximately USD5/EUR4) to NU Sentral.

We arrived at twenty to four and made our way to the Malaysia Airlines office. Here we enquired about rescheduling a future trip. Natasha attended to us and was an absolute darling! 

We then walked to the Monorail station where we caught a train at half past four bound for Titiwangsa and disembarked at the Medan Tuanku station for a total fare of RM3.20 (approximately USD0.80/EUR0.70).

We made a detour at Syed Bistro to take away each a Naan bread and a serving of Tandoori Chicken, and together with a round of drinks came to RM21.65 (approximately USD5/EUR4). It was then a ten-minute walk back to our home.

With nothing planned in the upcoming weeks we will share vlogs of our weekend excursions here and there, so please stay tuned!  

Do visit our YouTube Channel Have Perut Will Travel)

📍 Location:

Havironia Music - https://maps.app.goo.gl/o3rqDhKrBhSxDSUW8

Bandaraya LRT - https://maps.app.goo.gl/DP3jC2TFRx1qX2y56

Titiwangsa MRT - https://maps.app.goo.gl/iEkmoDHtsXzsb3uUA

Tun Razak Exchange MRT - https://maps.app.goo.gl/nwThuLStVEBdgKpY7

Mutiara Damansara MRT - https://maps.app.goo.gl/QWcPtfVbBiwj3BCh9

The Curve - https://maps.app.goo.gl/NUcjRnv97pNSFRZP7

NU Sentral - https://maps.app.goo.gl/aFnr3VezjfJexMJT7

KL Sentral Monorail - https://maps.app.goo.gl/oHnZmNHqgfWJCMY68

Medan Tuanku Monorail - https://maps.app.goo.gl/uNiDA8HJX6GBgbvt6