What’s good about Bentong? It is all about the place and the food of course. Usually many will come here to get
1. Sambal Hitam
One of the most famous Sambal in Pahang area, it takes hours of preparation and cooking it until it turns out to be fragrant and aromatic; many usually have it with Malay Lemang, rice or Nasi Lemak – they are so fragrant and spicy that awakes your senses for sure!
2. Kg.
One of the oldest household brands that you’ll only get from Bentong, they only insist on selling 3 famous delicious snacks of – ‘Ham Chin Biang’ (Chinese Fried Bun), prawn cracker and Pumpkin ‘Kuih’. All were freshly made daily and usually sold out quick too.
3. Ah Song’s Stall
Come here during noon and you’ll able to enjoy the economy noodles and Chee Cheong Fun. Not just that, they do have Yong Tau Foo pieces to add on to your meal too. Sweet sauce or curry broth, pick yours and wait to taste them up immediately!
4. Kampung
Located at the bridge of Kampung
5. Ice Cream Cube
Another specialty you’ll get here, ice cream in cube shape! Comes only in 2 flavors – red bean and corn, they are really concentrated as they uses real ingredients and not artificial flavoring!
6. Nasi Pulut Stall @ Bentong Market
Nasi Pulut here were known among the neighbors and usually sold out as early as 10.00am! Everything homemade, remember to try the Rendang, Sambal Sotong and ‘
7. T.A.K Ice Cream Corner
Many were here for the nostalgic ABC which is the ‘Ais Kacang’! Comes with a scoop of ice cream, reminisce the old school taste of ‘Ais Kacang’ that’s eaten with peanuts, grass jelly, jellies and more in a bowl! Icy cold, so refreshing.
8. Bentong Tau Fu Sdn Bhd
Another must-have here – said to be one of the best as it is smooth and really contains no preservatives; they are open as early as 6.00am, a great bowl of Tau Fu Fah to start your day too.
There are many more snacks to look out for when you’re at Bentong like the Rojak, Char Kuey Teow, Roti Canai, Dumplings, Durian, Peanut Cookies, and more to get there! Great for a day trip, let’s go!
**All photo credit to GoBentong.com