‘Pot Luck’, CNY Favourite

Bandar Seri Begawan - It is the time of the year again when family members gather for that once a year Chinese New Year celebration.

In Brunei and anywhere else in the world, a festive season will not be complete without traditional festive dishes. In this case, the customary 'Yee Sang', shark's fin soup, abalone, fish maw, steamboat and other Chinese cuisine are among the must-have dishes.

A new Chinese New Year dish called Pot Luck or 'Pen Cai' has hit the town to rival popular traditional Chinese New Year favourites.

Originally from Hong Kong, 'Pen Cai', which literally means 'basin food', is a traditional Hakka dish served during festive seasons in the Hong Kong countryside.

Though it's relatively new, it has made its way to other parts of the world including Brunei, gaining popularity as one of the 'must-have' Chinese New Year dish.

However, not many eateries offer this traditional delicacy but food critics and fans can get hold of it at I-Lotus Restaurant situated in Kg Rimba.

Only available throughout this festive month, the I-Lotus 'Yuan Yang' Treasure Pot Luck consists of a pot filled with layers of Chinese delicacies like abalone, sea cucumber, dried oyster, dried scallops, fish maw, roast duck, chicken, prawn, 'fatt choy' and sea bass.

According to the owner, this is an ideal dish for takeaway during this festive season for the convenience of those who do not have time to cook.

Priced at $368, it is perfect for a family reunion.

The 'Yuan Yang' Treasure Pot Luck is also available for dine in and the bonus is customers who order this delicacy two days in advance are entitled to a complimentary Shark's Fin Soup for 10.

Not forgetting other traditional favourite delicacies, I-Lotus also offers 'Yee Sang' in choices of abalone, pear and smoked salmon.

There is also the Chinese New Year Special Set Menus that offers eight to 10 course meals, ideal for families who wish to dine out.

Business hours remain unchanged for the festive season and outside catering is also available for open houses.

Patrons who wish to dine at I-Lotus are advised to make early reservations. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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