Michelle pledged to drive over with more makan kaki when she returns from her Scandinavian tour. Driving, feasting and feeding her wanderlust – the line between work and play is enviably fuzzy for her. I remarked to Michelle that her passions have truly taken her the delicious distance.
The laksa was thick and savoury, with just slight sweetness. The laksa gravy was really rich and fragrant of hae bi and coconut milk, becoming almost a thick paste. Very addictive gravy. The tau pok soaked up the gravy very well, the fish cakes were springy and moist, and the prawn fresh. springy and plump. One of my favourites among the recent laksas we have tasted.
A decent plate of Malaysian-style Nasi Lemak to try in McNair Road within a modern looking coffeeshop. It is more expensive than what you get at hawker centres, but it makes up for its finer presentation and portion. You also get to try old school flavour laksa from Laksa Labo within the same coffeeshop.
The ayam berempah quite fragrant, tender inside and crispy outside, but the leg was slightly unmeaty and pink. The rice was lightly fragrant of coconut and pandan, fluffy and moist, and the sambal was really spicy and had a real kick. The eggs, ikan bilis and nuts was average. Overall above average, but I won’t crave it.
Wild Coco is definitely an affordable choice if you’re looking for generous and bougie nasi lemak that’s worth every penny. Just be sure to come by before the lunch crowd comes pouring in!