August 2007, my family and I went for a two day trip to Genting. BA and Tai Yee came along as well. It was the first time in many years since Hong Kong that we've actually went for a trip to anywhere as a family. I found it to be thoroughly enjoyable, perhaps not so much in the fun and exciting sense, but rather that the time spent with my whole family was great. And I could see from their faces that they missed it and enjoyed it lots too.
Our small but can-do hotel room.We got to stay for free at First World hotel courtesy of one of my aunt's membership in the Genting shares. She generously gave us a stack of coupons which gives us benefits of all sorts such as free hotel stays, free buffet, discounts at certain places and etc. Thank you Sam Yee.
No, we did not stay here but just a nice backdrop photo.
Pretty sunset sky.We sat some rides, walked around, had a sip of coffee and basically just chilled out. Then as usual, we got hungry in the middle of the night. Fortunately (or unfortunately depending on how you view it) with my family, food is rarely of shortage. My theory is that after so many years of our ancestors starving and striving for food, we somehow inherited the innate drive to keep our stomachs well-fed, all in good means in order to justify all the blood, sweat, and hardship that our ancestors went through to ensure that the future generation may blossom. Justice is served with each bite. Hahaha. Perhaps a terrible excuse but anyways, here are the photos.
Pops hungry and waiting with chopsticks ready for...see below.
Very tasty Indomee with canned pork.The following morning included more food. This time at a morning buffet at this restaurant in Genting Hotel. We sat near the balcony and had a pretty good view of the scenery outside. Below a photo of a plate full of awfully sinful eggs, bacon and hotdogs.
Bad for the heart, good for the soul. Don't try this at home.
Have a seat at your very own personal spying spot.After noon, we went for a short visit to the mushroom farm and consequently headed back for home. We dropped by Leong Kee restaurant at Gohtong Jaya, famous for its soft yet slighty crunchy "fa lam pou", brinjal with "har mai", and steamded catfish. Their frog's legs are pretty good too but we did not order it. Overall a pleasant and relaxing trip for all.
Fa Lam Pou. (claypot cooked pork strips in sweet sauce)
My fav brinjal with "har mai", garlic and cili padi.
Fresh and plump Pak Sou Gong. (steamed catfish)
