Baba Low's, Bangsar

The deal: RM15 for RM30 cash voucher for food and drinks at Baba Low's

What we got:

Located in Lorong Kurau, you'll find Baba Low's nestled within a cosy neighbourhood in Bangsar, a slight distance from the bar-lined area of Telawi and mere steps away from the BIG Group's Hit & Mrs. Don't expect a fancy establishment; Baba Low's kopitiam-like setting and one-page menu makes for a simple, fuss-free dinner.

Pai tee (RM5.50)

Popiah peranakan (RM4.50)

What better way to start off a nyonya meal than with a plate of pai tee and popiah. The pai tee was pretty average, while the popiah turned out to be rather yummy--the skin was thicker than usual (may be a plus for some, minus for others) and the spicy-sweet sauce they used provided a nice change to your run-of-the-mill popiah.

Nyonya laksa (RM7)

Pong teh (RM7) and white rice (RM2)

Baba Low's nyonya laksa would be perfect for someone who loves a good, lemak curry; the laksa, which comes with half an egg and several beancurd puffs (we asked for no cucumbers please!) was absolutely creamy. It may not, however, satisfy someone looking for a curry with a kick, because the laksa wasn't big on the spicy. 

The pong teh chicken proved to be value-for-money. The dish came with several big chunks of chicken and potato, more than enough for one diner. Taste-wise, although not the best we've had, it was tasty enough and went very well with the white rice.

Cendol (RM4.50)

We expected more from the cendol though. We could taste the fragrant gula melaka in the first few bites of the frozen dessert, but once we mixed everything up, the taste became rather  weak. Too much ice, perhaps?

Tax: None

How much we paid: RM15.50