{"id":40440,"date":"2025-08-06T09:01:40","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T09:01:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/?p=40440"},"modified":"2025-08-08T12:32:43","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T12:32:43","slug":"kuala-kangsar-a-royal-town-and-a-hidden-gem-in-malaysia-foodies-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/2025\/08\/kuala-kangsar-a-royal-town-and-a-hidden-gem-in-malaysia-foodies-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia &#8211; Foodies list"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When we talk about travel in Malaysia, places like Penang, Melaka, or Langkawi often steal the spotlight. But if you\u2019re the kind of traveler who loves discovering quiet towns rich in history and charm, Kuala Kangsar deserves a spot on your list.<\/p>\n<p>Located in Perak, this royal town is the official residence of the Sultan of Perak and offers a peaceful escape filled with colonial-era architecture, heritage mosques, and \u2014 to my surprise \u2014 incredible local food.<\/p>\n<h3>Where is Kuala Kangsar?<\/h3>\n<p>Located about 25km north of Ipoh, Kuala Kangsar is the royal town of Perak. It\u2019s home to the Sultan of Perak\u2019s palace and has long held cultural and historical importance \u2014 yet it remains surprisingly under the radar for many tourists.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40506 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/photo102.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1535\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>\u2728 Why Visit Kuala Kangsar?<\/h3>\n<p>1. Architectural Marvels<br \/>\nKuala Kangsar boasts some of the most stunning heritage buildings in Malaysia. The highlight is undoubtedly the Ubudiah Mosque \u2014 often regarded as one of the most beautiful mosques in the country. With its golden domes and Indo-Saracenic design, it looks like something straight out of a storybook.<\/p>\n<p>Nearby, you\u2019ll also find:<\/p>\n<p>Istana Kenangan \u2013 a former royal residence built entirely without nails, showcasing traditional Malay architecture.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40505 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/photo101.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1513\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Istana Iskandariah \u2013 the current palace of the Sultan, visible from afar with its grand structure.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40507 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/photo103.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1474\" \/><\/p>\n<p>2. A Walk Through History<br \/>\nThis town is full of stories \u2014 from being a royal seat to its colonial past. A stroll along the town&#8217;s old streets reveals colonial-era shoplots, traditional kopitiams, and a slow pace of life that&#8217;s hard to find elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40457 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p4.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1383\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t miss:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Victoria Bridge, one of the oldest railway bridges in Malaysia.<\/li>\n<li>Kuala Kangsar big Tower<\/li>\n<li>Local Crafts and Culture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Did you know Kuala Kangsar is the birthplace of Labu Sayong \u2014 the traditional gourd-shaped earthenware used to store water? You can visit local workshops and even try your hand at making one.<\/p>\n<h1><strong data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"63\">Recommended places to eat in Kuala Kangsar!!<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40495 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p46.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p46.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p46-1005x1536.jpg 1005w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40500 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p52.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1731\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p52.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p52-909x1536.jpg 909w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40499 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p50.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p50.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p50-1008x1536.jpg 1008w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40498 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p49.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p49.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p49-944x1536.jpg 944w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> \u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40496 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p47.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1363\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Some handmade kueh keuh<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40494 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p44.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1441\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40493 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p43.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1327\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40497 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p48.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1267\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Laksa with telur garing on top<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40492 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p41.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1551\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p41.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p41-1014x1536.jpg 1014w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>1. Kembar Laksa: Handmade with Love (Halal)<\/h3>\n<p>&#8220;Kembar&#8221; means twin, and it\u2019s not just the name \u2014 it\u2019s the idea behind the noodles. The laksa noodles here are handmade, and they come in pairs, like twins. They\u2019re soft, chewy, and soak up the soup beautifully. You can really taste the difference \u2014 nothing like the usual factory-made noodles.<\/p>\n<p>What really stood out was the laksa broth \u2014 rich, fragrant, with a depth that tells you it\u2019s been simmered with care. It\u2019s the kind of dish that warms you up, even under the hot Malaysian sun.<\/p>\n<p>And here\u2019s a tip: Ask for &#8220;telur garing&#8221; \u2014 crispy stir-fried egg on top. It adds a savoury crunch that takes the dish to the next level. Trust me, don\u2019t skip it.<\/p>\n<p>Address: Kampung Lubuk Merbau, near\u2014opposite Laksa Kembor Lubok Merbau on Jalan Kuala Kangsar, 33000 Kuala Kangsar, Perak<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>2. KK Wong Seng Restaurant\u6c5f\u6c99\u7687\u57ce\u6d77\u9c9c\u996d\u5e97 (non halal)<\/h3>\n<p>74L, 74, Jalan Dato Sagor, 33000 Kuala Kangsar, Perak<\/p>\n<p>At night, this place comes alive \u2014 it\u2019s filled with locals, and you\u2019ll be surprised at how many people come out just to dine here. It\u2019s clearly a favourite in Kuala Kangsar. The food is tasty, the prices are very affordable, and the portions are generous. One of their specialties you must try is the <strong data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"419\">bread with curry prawns<\/strong> \u2014 warm, fluffy bread served with a rich, flavorful curry that\u2019s perfect for dipping. Simple, but so satisfying!<\/p>\n<p>Sweet and Sour Pork<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40445 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wongseng1.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"401\" height=\"416\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40446 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wongseng2.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"400\" height=\"457\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Pork Rib<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40447 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wongseng3.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"399\" height=\"490\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Curry king prawn with their signature freshly made bread that you could dip with their curry sauce.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40448 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wongseng4.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"397\" height=\"643\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40449 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wongseng5.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"394\" height=\"588\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Tofu in hotplate<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40451 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wongseng8.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"398\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We brought our own soon hock fish and asked them to steam for us in two different flavour, each cost RM22 to clean and steam for us.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40452 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/kk-wong-seng-dish-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The total is only RM177 but the 2 fishes belong to us with cleaning and cooking fees cost Rm 22 each.\u00a0 We have 10 pax<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40450 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wongseng6.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"523\" height=\"599\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>3. \u5929\u4e0b\u306e\u98df (Tenka no Shoku) \u2013 Kuala Kangsar Hidden Gem ( Japanese)<\/h3>\n<p>Address:<br \/>\nM\u20112 Gerai Pasar Awam Jerlun, Kampung Baru Jerlun, 33000 Kuala Kangsar, Perak<br \/>\nOpening Hours: Approximately 5\u202fpm\u201311\u202fpm, closed on Mondays<\/p>\n<p>\u2728 Why It Stands Out<br \/>\nTucked in a quiet village (Jerlun), this unassuming restaurant transforms into a bustling late-night spot every evening. With its bright red lanterns and Japanese menu, it\u2019s easy to miss unless someone points you there. But once inside, you\u2019ll see why it\u2019s beloved by both locals and visitors.<br \/>\nI personally spoke with the owner, who\u2019s a local from Kuala Kangsar. He shared that he had worked in Japan for many years as a chef. Our conversation started when I casually asked if he spoke Japanese \u2014 and from there, we got talking and I learned more about his background. He\u2019s been running this Japanese restaurant for over 10 years now.<\/p>\n<p>The owner also mentioned that over the years, he has served many Japanese customers who work in a textile factory in Kuala Kangsar. That explains the authenticity \u2014 he really understands Japanese flavours, and his food has to live up to their expectations too.<\/p>\n<p>This was actually my second time here, and honestly, I was shocked the first time I discovered a Japanese restaurant tucked away in such a remote kampung area. I was initially hesitant to try it, as I have pretty high standards when it comes to Japanese food \u2014 I lived in Japan for a few years and even worked part-time at a Japanese restaurant during my student days.<\/p>\n<p>But to my surprise, the food here had such authentic Japanese flavours, it completely exceeded my expectations. I even told my cousin who brought me here that this is better than some of the big-name sushi chains back in Singapore.<\/p>\n<p>The only downside of this restaurant is the dim lighting \u2014 you might find it a little hard to see clearly. But that also gives it a cosy, romantic vibe \u2014 a surprisingly nice spot to bring your date!<br data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"305\" \/><strong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"313\">Tip:<\/strong> Bring some mosquito spray \u2014 there are quite a few mozzies around.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40476 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p19.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1782\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p19.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p19-883x1536.jpg 883w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40475 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p17.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p17.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p17-928x1536.jpg 928w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40474 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p16.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p16.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p16-931x1536.jpg 931w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40473 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p14.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p14.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p14-927x1536.jpg 927w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40472 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p13.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p13.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p13-949x1536.jpg 949w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40471 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p12.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p12.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p12-916x1536.jpg 916w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40470 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p11.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1657\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p11.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p11-949x1536.jpg 949w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40469 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p10.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1364\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40468 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p8.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1535\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40467 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p7.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p7.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p7-966x1536.jpg 966w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40466 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p6.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1484\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40465 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p5.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1399\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"133\">4. Riverside Breakfast Spot in Kuala Kangsar (Halal)<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"369\">If you&#8217;re looking for a good halal breakfast spot in Kuala Kangsar, this riverside eatery is a local favourite \u2014 and for good reason. It&#8217;s run by a Chinese owner, but <strong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"337\">everything served here is halal<\/strong>, so it&#8217;s popular with everyone.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"586\">The <strong data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"397\">stir-fried noodles<\/strong>, especially the <em data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"423\">yee mee<\/em> and <em data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"437\">hor fun<\/em>, are a must-try \u2014 they\u2019re full of that <strong data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"488\">wok hei<\/strong> (the smoky, charred aroma you only get from a hot wok). Truly satisfying and packed with flavour.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"835\">Another highlight is the <strong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"638\">sticky rice with kaya<\/strong> \u2014 the kaya here is <strong data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"681\">incredibly fragrant<\/strong>, smooth, and on <strong data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"715\">another level<\/strong> compared to what you usually get. Paired with the soft glutinous rice, it\u2019s a simple but unforgettable breakfast combo.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"1008\">Don\u2019t miss the <strong data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"888\">chee cheong fun with curry sauce<\/strong> \u2014 silky rice rolls drenched in rich, spicy curry. And if you&#8217;re a fan of <em data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"967\">pau<\/em>, they have some really popular ones too.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1100\">\u23f0 <strong data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1020\">Tip:<\/strong> Try to come <strong data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1050\">before 9:30am<\/strong> \u2014 the sticky rice and kaya usually sell out fast!<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1100\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-40512\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/kk-breakfast.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"731\" height=\"769\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1100\">The shop has no name and can&#8217;t find in google, but this is the rough location<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1100\">Address Jalan Laksamana, Kampung Penaga, 33000 Kuala Kangsar, Perak, Malaysia<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1100\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40477 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p21.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p21.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p21-967x1536.jpg 967w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40478 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p22.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1611\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p22.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p22-976x1536.jpg 976w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40479 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p23.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p23.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p23-852x1536.jpg 852w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1100\">Sticky rice with their iconi kaya<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1100\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40480 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p24.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1870\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p24.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p24-841x1536.jpg 841w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1100\">Chee Cheong fun with curry sauce<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1100\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40481 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p25.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1727\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p25.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p25-911x1536.jpg 911w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40482 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p26.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1461\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40483 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p27.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p27.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p27-898x1536.jpg 898w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1100\">No 1 seller, yee noodles stir fry, full of wok hei.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1100\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40484 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p28.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1860\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p28.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p28-846x1536.jpg 846w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40485 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p29.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1645\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p29.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p29-956x1536.jpg 956w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>5. Karli Noodles \u2014 A Unique Specialty in Kuala Kangsar<\/h3>\n<h1 class=\"DUwDvf lfPIob\">ENGGOR CURRY NOODLE<\/h1>\n<p>Near Karai police station<\/p>\n<p>Address :<br \/>\nKampung Kapor, 31050 Enggor, Perak, Malaysia<\/p>\n<p>Karli is a Chinese-run eatery famous for its specialty noodles, which you won\u2019t find anywhere else in town. Unlike typical yellow noodles, these noodles do not use \u78b1\u6c34 (alkaline water), giving them a distinct texture and taste that sets them apart from the usual.<\/p>\n<p>Their noodle dish is similar to yang tau fu style, where you get to choose your favorite ingredients like various types of fish balls, tofu, and more to add into your bowl.<\/p>\n<p>The original noodle bowl comes generously topped with char siew and fried wonton for extra flavor and lots of clams. What truly makes Karli special is their iconic fried turnip \u2014 shaped like a hash brown but made from turnip, offering a unique crispy texture and taste you won\u2019t find elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re in Kuala Kangsar and craving something different, Karli\u2019s noodles are a must-try!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40458 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/karlai-noodles1.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1820\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/karlai-noodles1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/karlai-noodles1-864x1536.jpg 864w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40459 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/karlai2.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1217\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Signature deep fried turnip<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40460 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/karlai3.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/karlai3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/karlai3-931x1536.jpg 931w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"371\"><strong data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"83\">6. Double Lion Restaurant (tea break only)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"371\">This place in Kuala Kangsar is a beloved establishment with over 80 years of history, famed for its nostalgic ambiance and traditional offerings. Located at 74 Jalan Kangsar, Bandar Baru, this vintage coffee shop continues to draw both locals and visitors looking to experience a taste of the past.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"665\">My grandparents used to bring us here, and back then, the bread tasted amazing \u2014 though nowadays, it\u2019s just average for me. The restaurant has been passed down through generations and is now run by one of the sons, who is in his 70s. Interestingly, most of the current staff are from Myanmar.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"665\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40504 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/photo100.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1375\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"692\">Signature Dishes<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"894\"><strong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"743\">Homemade Steamed Buns with Margarine and Kaya:<\/strong> A classic favourite, these soft buns are generously spread with margarine and kaya (coconut egg jam). Personally, I find the taste average nowadays.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"1089\"><strong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"925\">Traditional Toasted Buns:<\/strong> Served with kaya and butter, these buns feature a crispy exterior and warm, soft interior \u2014 perfect when paired with a cup of <em data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1062\">kopi kaw<\/em> (strong Malaysian coffee).<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1108\">\u2615 Beverages<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1238\"><strong data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1140\">\u2018Kopi Kaw\u2019 (Strong Coffee):<\/strong> Known for its robust flavor, this traditional Malaysian coffee remains a favourite among patrons.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1570\">If you\u2019re seeking a vintage vibe, this place is perfect. Featuring classic furniture and old-school tunes, it creates a warm, nostalgic atmosphere that transports visitors back in time. The restaurant\u2019s longevity is a testament to its high-quality building materials and well-maintained furniture that have stood the test of time.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1596\">Operating Hours<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1751\">\n<li data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1637\">\n<p data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1637\">Monday to Tuesday: 8:00 AM \u2013 2:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1679\">\n<p data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1679\">Thursday to Sunday: 8:00 AM \u2013 2:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1751\">\n<p data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1751\">Closed on Wednesdays and during the 1st and 15th of the lunar month<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1770\">Location<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1869\"><strong data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1797\">Double Lion Restaurant<\/strong><br data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1800\" \/>74 Jalan Kangsar, Bandar Baru,<br data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1833\" \/>33000 Kuala Kangsar, Perak, Malaysia<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1869\">7. Restoran Taman Kenas<strong data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"90\">\u00a0(\u6d77\u5916\u5929)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1869\">This is a must-try spot! Their <strong data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"220\">stir-fried noodles are super tasty<\/strong>, and the one you <em data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"250\">must order<\/em> is the <strong data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"273\">Wat Tan Hor<\/strong> \u2014 full of <strong data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"295\">wok hei<\/strong> and that classic smoky flavour.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"476\">We did a takeaway of <strong data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"372\">stir-fried hor fun<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"385\">yee mee<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"406\">lao shu fen<\/strong> \u2014 each packet only RM8 and came in big portions. Definitely worth it!<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"476\">Address 20, A3, Taman Kenari, 33000 Kuala Kangsar, Perak, Malaysia<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"476\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40502 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/haiwaitian-noodles.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1820\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/haiwaitian-noodles.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/haiwaitian-noodles-864x1536.jpg 864w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>\ufe0f\u6c5f\u6c99\u725b\u8089\u9762 \u2022 Beef Noodles<\/h3>\n<p>A three-generation heritage eatery famous for handmade beef balls, pork balls, and tendon balls, served with traditional soup and noodles. A true breakfast staple in town.<\/p>\n<p>Address:<br \/>\nKuala Kangsar Beef Ball Noodles<br \/>\nNo. 38, Jalan Daeng\u202fSelili,<br \/>\n33000 Kuala\u202fKangsar, Perak<\/p>\n<p>Opening Hours:<br \/>\nDaily from 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM, closed on Mondays.<\/p>\n<p>Why This Place Stands Out<br \/>\nFamily-run since the 1930s, now operated by the third generation.<\/p>\n<p>Features three signature items:<\/p>\n<p>Beef Balls: Freshly squeezed and boiled in house soup \u2014 tender and flavourful.<\/p>\n<p>Beef Tendon Balls: Chewy texture mixed with ginger and onion aroma.<\/p>\n<p>Pork Meat Balls: Special recipe including cuttlefish and spices for an unforgettable taste.<\/p>\n<p>They also serve pork minced noodles with fried pork and soup broth, and yong tau foo (stuffed tofu). I super love their yong tau foo, I would rate it 10\/10, is a must try item.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40490 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p35.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1622\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p35.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p35-970x1536.jpg 970w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40489 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p34.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1385\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40488 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p33.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1471\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40487 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p31.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1510\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40486 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p30.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1715\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p30.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/p30-917x1536.jpg 917w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40501 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pp39.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1475\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Where to Stay?<\/h3>\n<p>You won&#8217;t find big hotel chains here, and that&#8217;s part of the charm. Instead, opt for:<\/p>\n<p>Airbnb : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1769828&amp;hid=10305479\">De&#8217;Kuale Homestay<\/a><br \/>\n1211 Persiaran Puteri 3\/5, 33000 Kuala Kangsar, Perak, Malaysia<\/p>\n<p>\ufe0f How to Get There?<br \/>\nKuala Kangsar is easily accessible:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>By car: 2.5 to 3 hours from Kuala Lumpur via the North-South Expressway<\/li>\n<li>By train: ETS trains stop at the Kuala Kangsar station<\/li>\n<li>By bus: Available from major cities like Ipoh and KL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Final Thoughts<\/h3>\n<p>Kuala Kangsar is not flashy, not crowded, and that\u2019s exactly why it\u2019s special. It\u2019s the kind of place where you slow down, soak in the charm, and rediscover what travel is really about \u2014 connection, culture, and curiosity.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a hidden gem in Malaysia, let this royal town surprise you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This blog will tell you all the hidden gem for local food only local Kuala Kangsar local knew.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":40462,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[594,597,6],"tags":[7585,6359,7586],"class_list":["post-40440","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-malaysia","category-perak","category-travel","tag-kuala-kangsar-foodies","tag-malaysia","tag-perak-malaysia"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia - Foodies list<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/2025\/08\/kuala-kangsar-a-royal-town-and-a-hidden-gem-in-malaysia-foodies-list\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Kuala Kangsar a royal town and a hidden gem in Malaysia - Foodies list\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"This blog will tell you all the hidden gem for local food only local Kuala Kangsar local knew.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/2025\/08\/kuala-kangsar-a-royal-town-and-a-hidden-gem-in-malaysia-foodies-list\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Chic . 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