Monthly Archives: December 2020

Toli Shad Fish

This is the Toli Shad, also known as Chinese herring, Ikan Terubok in Malay and local Teochew: Chi Kak Her. Up till the 1980s, this was a very popular dish eaten with Teochew porridge. It was always sliced to 20mm … Continue reading

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Barracuda fish

Scientific name : Sphyraena Teochew/Hockien : Sua Coon Malay : Ikan Kacang Barracuda is a large, predatory fish known for its fearsome appearance and ferocious behaviour. I have often been asked by those who are ignorant of this fish whether … Continue reading

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Crazy motorcycle COE prices

The latest COE prices for December 2020 show an increase across all categories. I think the hardest hit would the motorcycle category. The lower income ride a motorcycle for daily commuting to earn a living. The rich rarely ride a … Continue reading

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Types of Eel Catfish

Eel Catfish Scientific name: Ariidae Locally, there are 6 species of catfish. Striped Eel Catfish, Teochew : Sua Muar( 砂鳗) Hokkien : Thor Sat Malay : Ikan Sembilang Karang Eel Catfish, Teachew : Wuea Cher(刷 or 月鼠) Hokkien : Thor … Continue reading

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