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<p style="text-align:center">These days, it's hard to find great <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://wnfdiary.com/what-is-peranakan-culture/" target="_blank">Peranakan food</a> at the fine dining level. Luckily, there are still exceptions that satisfy appetites like ours, and one of those exceptions is Restaurant Kebaya Dining Room, in Penang. Peranakans have always enjoyed the arts and at Kebaya Dining Room, we were glad to witness that their descendants still do. </p>

<div class="wp-block-advanced-gutenberg-blocks-summary"><p class="wp-block-advanced-gutenberg-blocks-summary__title">Table of contents</p><div class="wp-block-advanced-gutenberg-blocks-summary__fold"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="24" height="24" viewbox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="feather feather-chevron-up"><polyline points="18 15 12 9 6 15"></polyline></svg></div><ul role="directory" class="wp-block-advanced-gutenberg-blocks-summary__list"><li><a href="#ambient-is-gorgeous">Ambient is Gorgeous</a><ul><li><a href="#nice-garden">Nice Garden</a><ul></ul></li></ul></li><li><a href="#modern-approach-to-nyonya-cuisine">Modern Approach to Nyonya Cuisine</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#great-start">Great Start</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#main-course-with-compliments">Main Course With Compliments</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#sweet-life">Sweet Life</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#conclusion">Conclusion</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#kebaya-dining-room-review-card">Kebaya Dining Room Review Card</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#price-and-location">Price and Location</a><ul></ul></li></ul></div>

<h2 style="text-align:center" id="ambient-is-gorgeous">Ambient is Gorgeous</h2>

<div class="wp-block-image size-full wp-image-5990"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-1.jpg" alt="Kebaya dining room review" class="wp-image-5990"/><figcaption>Kebaya Dining Room has a charming ambient. Nyonya style!</figcaption></figure></div>

<p style="text-align:center"> In this Kebaya Dining Room review, we will first check the ambiance here.  This place is truly <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Peranakan (opens in a new tab)" href="https://wnfdiary.com/what-is-peranakan-culture/" target="_blank">Peranakan</a>! and you can tell that first second you step in. Colorful tiles, rich wooden ornaments and massive furniture with a lot of details. In the open area between the hotel and restaurant, there is a centerpiece that stands in the spotlight. For observers, it is crucial to have enough space to freely admire the metal art piece.</p>

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<div class="wp-block-image size-full wp-image-5994"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-5.jpg" alt="Seven Terraces Hotel" class="wp-image-5994"/><figcaption>Kebaya Dining Room is a part of the Seven Terraces Hotel. This is the main garden in between.</figcaption></figure></div>

<h3 style="text-align:center" id="nice-garden">Nice Garden</h3>


<p style="text-align:center">The giraffe's outline changes its form into an elephant from a different angle. In order to admire, we circled around the piece without even noticing that we were doing that. To explain, the French sculptor <a href="https://cargocollective.com/matthieu-robert-ortis" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Matthieu Robert-Ortis</a> captured the transformative influence of perspective in this inspiring artwork. That is not the only art exhibit at this property, there are actually numerous Peranakan exhibits ranging from table wear to handcrafted furniture.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image size-full wp-image-6006"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-17.jpg" alt="Matthieu Robert-Ortis sculpture" class="wp-image-6006"/><figcaption>Work of Matthieu Robert-Ortis. Go there and check this sculpture from the other side. It is the giraffe.</figcaption></figure></div>

<h2 style="text-align:center" id="modern-approach-to-nyonya-cuisine">Modern Approach to Nyonya Cuisine</h2>

<p style="text-align:center">With a modern approach, Peranakan cuisine keeps evolving in the Kebaya Dining Room. The Nyonya food is prepared with modern appliances such as sous-vide and with ingredients of the highest quality. For the four-course menu, we got to choose between organically raised pork, New Zealand lamb, Australian beef and seasonal vegetables. Keeping an eye on every detail made us hungry and we couldn't wait to start eating.</p>

<div class="wp-block-image size-full wp-image-5991"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-2.jpg" alt="Kebaya Dining Room penang" class="wp-image-5991"/><figcaption>Here at Kebaya Dining Room, we got a museum feeling again ;)</figcaption></figure></div>


<div class="wp-block-image size-large wp-image-5992"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-3-1024x683.jpg" alt="inside kebaya dining room penang malaysia" class="wp-image-5992"/><figcaption>Nyonyas lived in abundance, for sure. Here at Kebaya Dining Room respect that fact.</figcaption></figure></div>

<h2 style="text-align:center" id="great-start">Great Start</h2>

<p style="text-align:center">For the starter, we decided to go for the Pai Tee, which had impressed us in the past. The crispy base holds the julienne vegetables and sweet chili in place and it gives the dish its signature look. This tasty yet difficult to eat appetizer might have a hidden purpose. To start with Pai Tee is a nice way to share laughter before you head off to wash your hands.</p>

<div class="wp-block-image size-large wp-image-5997"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-8-1024x683.jpg" alt="Pai Tee" class="wp-image-5997"/><figcaption>Pai Tee to die for. Crunchy, sweet, sour and spicy.</figcaption></figure></div>


<p>The traditional Joo Hoo Char Roll was the second appetizer. It was in pair with an unbelievably delicious smoky sauce, which was also a little sour and spicy. However, fried roll was filled with carrot, shiitake, pork and dried squid, all wrapped in rice paper. It was perfectly seasoned and we loved having it wrapped in lettuce and then dipping it in that sauce.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image size-large wp-image-5996"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-7-1024x683.jpg" alt="Joo Hoo Char Roll" class="wp-image-5996"/><figcaption>Joo Hoo Char Roll: delicious appetizer.</figcaption></figure></div>


<p style="text-align:center">After such a tasty start, we were ready for the main course, where we had a few different sides along with the perfectly cooked rice. Lor Ark is a duck confit with plums and oranges. However, it is spiced with cinnamon, star anise, cloves, and nutmeg. To point out, the duck was perfectly cooked and its taste was very present in the gravy, even with all the seasonings. With this in mind the gravy was rich and not even close to the all times classic, duck with orange - and I mean this in a positive way.</p>

<div class="wp-block-image size-large wp-image-5995"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-6-1024x683.jpg" alt="bar kebaya dining room" class="wp-image-5995"/><figcaption>Colonial bar - Bababar. I love it!</figcaption></figure></div>
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<h2 style="text-align:center" id="main-course-with-compliments">Main Course With Compliments</h2>


<p style="text-align:center">Even though the duck was perfect, I liked the Prawn Geng even more. The perfectly salty coconut based gravy, with lemongrass that became a meeting point for the prawns and the curry. To be honest, I don't know what I liked more, the luscious gravy or the succulent wild prawns.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image size-large wp-image-6001"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-12-1024x683.jpg" alt="Nyonya food" class="wp-image-6001"/><figcaption>Nyonya food is amazingly delicious. I like how rich are the flavors and how great are mixed together.</figcaption></figure></div>


<div class="wp-block-image size-large wp-image-5998"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-9-1024x683.jpg" alt="Prawn Geng" class="wp-image-5998"/><figcaption>Prawn Geng: Amazingly good ish. The only downside is there is not enough of it. Boy, I could eat a bucket of these. Excuse me...</figcaption></figure></div>


<p style="text-align:center">We mixed the protein with deep-fried vegetables and greens. The fried Nyonya Belachan Tempura vegetable wasn't that oily, it was actually rather crispy. In addition the sweet potato, young corn and courgette were juicy on the inside and the delicate batter was dusted with homemade belachan chili seasoning. On the other hand, the greens were full of umami taste with soy, oyster and fish sauce and they still kept their crunchy texture and gentle taste.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image size-large wp-image-5999"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-10-1024x683.jpg" alt="duck with oranges" class="wp-image-5999"/><figcaption>Duck with oranges. A true classic! We love it.</figcaption></figure></div>


<div class="wp-block-image size-large wp-image-6000"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-11-1024x683.jpg" alt="greenery with mushrooms" class="wp-image-6000"/><figcaption>This greenery had some amazing umami taste. Quality oyster and soy sauces!</figcaption></figure></div>


<h2 style="text-align:center" id="sweet-life">Sweet Life</h2>


<p style="text-align:center">Life is always better when you know the best is yet to come, and, luckily here at Kabaya Dining Room, they clearly know how important a photo finish is. When we saw the Gula Melaka Mousse, we knew we made the right call for dessert. A generous amount of homemade <a href="https://wnfdiary.com/gula-melaka-sugar-on-whole-different-level/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Gula Melaka (opens in a new tab)">Gula Melaka</a> in the mousse brought back memories we had at <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://wnfdiary.com/wild-coriander-the-best-food-in-melaka/" target="_blank">Wild Coriander</a>.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image size-large wp-image-6004"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-15-1024x683.jpg" alt="gula melaka mousse" class="wp-image-6004"/><figcaption>Gula Melaka Mousse - heaven on earth. All compliments to Kebaya Dining Room.</figcaption></figure></div>


<p style="text-align:center">However, the mousse that was layered on top of a sponge cake and sprinkled with candied nuts was ambrosial. The candied nuts provided the creamy mousse with a crunchy texture and the tastes of nuts and palm sugar really complimented each other.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image size-full wp-image-6002"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-13.jpg" alt="chinese insturment" class="wp-image-6002"/><figcaption>This man was in charge for a great ambiance.</figcaption></figure></div>



<p style="text-align:center">In order to keep things local, our second dessert was a deconstructed Nyonya Classic, the Pengat: homemade coconut ice cream paired with jackfruit puree, Pandan gelee, sweet potato dumpling and banana chips. After all, the fruity puree surprised me, as for a minute I thought that it was made of mango. It was a perfect synergy of gentle coconut and intense jackfruit, with the mix of chewy potato dumplings and crunchy banana chips.</p>



<div class="wp-block-image size-large wp-image-6003"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-14-1024x683.jpg" alt="Nyonya Pengat dessert" class="wp-image-6003"/><figcaption>Nyonya Classic, the Pengat: homemade coconut ice cream paired with jackfruit puree, Pandan gelee, sweet potato dumpling and banana chips.</figcaption></figure></div>


<h2 style="text-align:center" id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2>


<p style="text-align:center">The more we get to know <a href="https://wnfdiary.com/peranakan-cuisine-first-fusion-kitchen/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Peranakan cuisine</a>, the more we like it. But there is more to it than just a tasty meal. It’s about the ingredients that make the dish, the beautiful plate on which the meal is served and the surroundings where the meal is enjoyed - this all matters greatly. The experience is different when you eat from a plate that is a work of art in itself. And when such a tasty meal covers the beautiful plate, I was tempted to lick all the sauces dry. This kebaya dining room review made us happy for sure and fell in love with Nyonya food even more.</p>

<figure class="wp-block-image alignnone size-full wp-image-5993"><img src="https://wnfdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/kebaya-dining-room-penang-4.jpg" alt="peranakan doors" class="wp-image-5993"/><figcaption>Is anyone else in love with Peranakan style?</figcaption></figure>


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