Brunei trip

Was in Bandar Seri Begawan for the past two days. One shop I won't miss is this one. From fresh salmons to coffee machines, this speciality shop has what others don't have, and it always has what I am looking for. I think it is the only one of its kind in the island of Borneo.



I bought a packet of Bonito (500g - B$27) to garnish the fried tofu I'm going to cook for my cell group tonight. The paper-thin smoked fish flakes from Japan are used as garnishing for many dishes and soups.


One example is fried lamb ribs. Notice the topping? Tip - sprinkle the flakes and serve the dish immediately. The flakes will 'dance' with the steam rising. Your guests will be WOWed!


I also bought Norwegian Black cod (1kg - B$38) which Roseline loves. Many people confuse Snow fish (1kg - B$28) with Black cod. Some like pan-fried but we prefer it steamed.


I was very impressed when the shop even stocked Alaskan king crabs (1 kg - B$62). Remember the tv series Deadliest Catch that was aired in the Discovery channel? The crabs are really humongous!


You can find so many kinds of fresh herbs. The owner told me he even has customers buying the herbs for therapeutic baths.


Less sugar is good.


Ok, ok, I know by now you are desperate to find out where this shop is located!

Guan Hock Lee
Blk M-2, Pengakalan Gadong
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam
Tel (+673) 245 4607

Some useful price references for you:
Norwegian Salmon (fresh,fillet) - B$34, frozen - B$24
Norwegian Salmon (whole) - B$24, frozen - B$12
Japanese scallops (frozen) - B$55
Escargots (frozen) - B$52

Brunei is not only known for its rich natural endowments and warm hospitality of her people; there is another outstanding product - nasi katok! This is the food I cannot miss to order takeaway. Steamed rice with sambal and a piece of delicious fried chicken. Price? B$1.00. No kidding, I'm floored by it's real value for money!


Do you know of any similar food that costs only $1? Tell us please!