Crabs and Prawns. What's the best way of eating them? First, you've got to find them. I've got to mentioned this little coffeeshop by a small Jetty in Penang. It's beside a small temple deep in the heart of a small row of chinese terrace houses. You'll see an old 'wayang' stage and an old lighthouse and you can't help but imagine the times when couples shared a romantic moment while enjoying the chinese theatre and making out beneath the lighthouse.
It's one of those scene when you feel a touch of nostalgia and surreality. Just frozen in time eternal. As you approach one of the outdoor tables, an old auntie will ask you "You want Crab or Prawns?".
I ordered 1Kg of crabs and 1/2Kg of Prawns for both my wife and myself. You see the problem with this place is that they serve just Crabs and Prawns, the only cooking method is by baking above charcoal. So don't expect a plate of Chili, Pepper, Tomato crab. If auntie would have heard that, she'll probably think you're crap.Look at those red and golden orange beauties. Dip that into the sweet chili sauce and you'll have no regrets about having to share your food with the dozens of houseflies attracted to the rich baked aroma.
By the time we realized, damage was already done.
Alright now on where to find the place.
Sea Pearl Lagoon Cafe
338, Mk. 18, Jln Tanjung Tokong
Penang
Opening Hours: 12.30pm - 10pm. (Closed on Wednesday)
Rating: 8/10
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