Not a few hours go by, even when I was busy at work, that I do not think about Buntong Market, its people and my life there. Buntong Market was where I…
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An Injured and Desperate Puppy on the Street
On our way back from Uznova yesterday and closer to town, we fed a limping stray dog. He had a deep cut in his left hind paw. The injured foot was really…
Animal Welfare in Ipoh
We no longer support or endorse Noah’s Ark Ipoh. So, you must be wondering, “What’s with Caren/Ah Leong/Peck Yoke and all these stray cats and dogs posts recently?!” I usually try to…
Brother’s Day Out
We went to one of Ipoh’s most famous attractions called Sam Poh Tong with my cousin’s two sons. I’m so glad my cousin trusted Kenric and me with the boys.
Congee and Compassion in the Year of the Dog
With this being the Year of the Dog, I really hope people will learn to have some compassion for dogs, and animals in general.
A Macha Haircut and Congee
I often see this congee featured on Ipoh food-related Facebook pages – especially when topped with crispy fried pork intestines. How offal can it be?
Working at the Market and Visiting the Salon in Buntong
In villages like Buntong, hairdressers take on the roles of Key Opinion Leaders and Influencers, or as we locals call them, busybodies.
Returning to the Market, to Work
This morning, I went to the market to help out in my family’s coffee stall. I only worked a five-hour shift, but once I got home I had to take a nap.
Returning to the Buntong Market
I sold curry noodles, cigarettes, and beer, made BBQ Pork Buns, Steamed Sticky Rice, and Kopi Ais (Iced Coffee). I was really good with the ice pick.
A Heartwarming Day in KL
Sikh temples around the world have snacks and drinks out for guests regardless of their beliefs and anyone can go for a meal at dinnertime and feel welcome.