Penang Curry Mee at Ayer Itam market: Probably not where you think

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No, I do not go to the famous Sister Curry Mee at the Ayer Itam market. I used to but somehow found the taste to be different now. Or did my taste buds changed? Now I prefer the stall next to it (Address: 612 T, Jalan Air Itam, Pekan Ayer Itam, 11500 Ayer Itam, Pulau Pinang).





 I find the taste to be more similar to the ones I used to enjoy when I was younger. Try it. You may even thank me for it.


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