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Cyril’s: The Man, The Legend,
The Cocktail

Technically it is in Amagansett, but who cares! If you are looking for the post beach party scene, Cyril’s is where it is at. And has been so since I was a co-ed crashing at my brother’s share house. It’s a mixture of the sea air, the outdoor beach bar, and the most infamous cocktail [...]

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Voted Best Mexican by Cast & Crew

If you are in Montauk YOU HAVE TO go to The Hideaway. An awesome Mexican restaurant tucked away in a tiny harbor. Family owned and operated, everything from the sopas to the pulled pork burritos are incredible and authentic. But be sure to order the corn and copious amounts of margaritas, natch! We shot a [...]

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Malaysian Restaurant Week!
Info Plus Recipes!!!

For all the official info on what is going on where, just hit the link below to Malaysian Kitchen For The World below…..Some of the city’s best joints are offering up really great Prix fix meals and other bargains…..so check it out ASAP! and get in on the deal!

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Penang! Sarang Burong!

Meaning bird’s nest, Sarang Burong references the aesthetic of this incredible dish made from taro, or sweet potato mash. It is formed into a crown-like shape and then deep fried and what emerges is truly spectacular! Topped with seafood, chicken and stir-fried veggies with fresh cashew nuts on top! OMG!!!
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Ever had a fried banana split?
go to LAUT

Yeah, you heard me right! Starts with deep friend bananas battered in coconut, topped with honey, chocolate, cream and sesame ice cream. They also have amazing Malaysian entrees, but this is the way you NEED to end that meal! Totally hip space with authentically delicious Malaysian fare.

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Roti Canai Heaven: New Malaysia

If you want to really impress your fellow foodies, then you will surely want to take them here. Down a little alley off of Bowery, among the street peddlers selling bras and socks, is where you will find this AWESOME spot. Roti Canai for under 3 bucks, it is a staple for Malaysians living in [...]

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Curry Leaves’ Curry Laksa OMG

A true gem! The type of place we love to take visitors. It may be in Queens, but it feels like you are walking into a restaurant in Malaysia. Not much English is spoken here by the staff or the clientele, but that was just fine by us, because it was here where we had [...]

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Nyonya

To the Chinese immigrants who moved to Malaysia in the nineteenth century to work in the rubber plantations and tin mines, Nyonya meant grandmother. These days it refers to a cooking style that combines common ingredients from Malaysia and China. But to New Yorkers it mean fabulous food at affordable prices.
What we tried: Malaysian [...]

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For Dinner Tonight!
Fresh Malaysian Spring Rolls

Ingredients
6 spring roll wrappers (available in Asian markets)
12 medium shrimp, cooked and shelled
1 cup shredded leaf lettuce
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup peeled, seeded, chopped cucumber
1 medium carrot, julienned
Quick Thai Dipping Sauce:
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar or rice vinegar
3 tablespoons mirin
1/4 teaspoon grated ginger root (optional)
Directions
In a bowl of cool water, soak a [...]

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Cupcake Stop

if you are trying to decide between cupcake stop and treats truck, i would choose the latter, only because they guy who started cupcake stop isn’t the real deal. he was a law student who decided to go into business. while the treats lady is the truly living her dream of baking and interacting with [...]

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