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Brinchang Night Market: Buy food & local produce

When I used to visit Brinchang Night Market in the 1990's, it only operated on the weekends its early life began in the middle of a small municipal car park in the middle of Brinchang town.

Lately, it has grown and grown, and the market has been moved away from the main part of town. It is now located partially on the main road in front of the police station and the stalls are set up all along the road in front of a new hotel. (I can't recall the name of this hotel-I think it start with "J")

The market now starts earlier - from 3-4 pm onwards and stays open till late into the night.

PS. Maybe I should have put this under a "Night life" tip! (haha)

What to buy: The traders here are very inventive! You'll find all sorts of things there.

Look out for the soy bean juice stall-served hot or cold, with pandan flavour, plain, and with either white or brown sugar to sweeten. Deliciouso!!

Fresh sweet corn - around RM10 for 5, or RM12 for 5, depends on the size.
So good, you can even eat it raw! I was doubtful at first, but after trying it, I found it very good & thereafter could not stop eating them. You peel the green husks off them, wash the kernels carefully, then just bite into their moist sweet flesh!

Those who prefer their corn in a more "convenient" form-you can get them in a cup! Already steamed with a sprinkling of salt and butter. Yummy but less healthy...

Deep fried lily buds-quite oily but some people seem to enjoy them. (ok, I'm quite a health freak! LOL)
Deep fried mushrooms-again quite oily but some people enjoy them.
Strawberry ice-good for kids at RM2 per pop.

Deep fried soft-shell and small sea crabs.

Starberries-both fresh & on a stick, dipped in chocolate! Have a look at the picture...the chocolate flows in a sort of creamy fountain. :-)

Key chains and other nick nacks. The kids liked the key-chains that were shaped like fruit: strawberries being the most favoured.

Cactus and small potted plants

Address: Brinchang

Directions: Ask the locals-it is a place that everyone knows.

Theme: Food and Drink

Stalls along the Road: Strawberries, fresh flowers, fruits and honey

Stalls selling fresh produce and plants from Cameron Highlands line the main road at various locations.

Among them are Green Farm, Bee Farm, Kea's Farm, Stawberry Farm (there are a few of these), Cactus Valley, Rose Valley, etc.

Some charge entrance fees (averagely RM2-5), while others do not. Some specialise (eg. Cactus, Honey or Strawberries), while others are more general in nature.
Address:
2-5 km from major hotels (Merlin or Equatorial)
Directions:
2-5 km from most major hotels. Drive along the main road from Tanah Rata to Brinchang and onwards to Kg Raja, there are many stalls and shops along the way. You can also take the local Regal Bus (no aircon), if you don't have a car.

What to buy: What To Buy:
Fresh or dried flowers - available everywhere!

Fresh fruits (some local to Camerons and others are from the low lands)-strawberries, if you like them. Jams and juices.

Tamarillos - Cut into half, then sprinkle sugar, and scoop out with a spoon. Yummy when served cold! This fruit is only available in Cameron Highlands!
(RM2 for 6 fruits ot RM5 a kilo)

Plastic strawberry balls (see picture) which are a sure hit with the kids.

Potted Plants at RM5 to RM10 each, suitable to brighten up your office or living room. I like the cactus because they are very hardy, and require so little care but are attractive in their own way.

For a healthy treat, buy some freshly steamed sweet potatoes (RM2 per bag) and steamed corn in a cup (RM1-2 per cup) for a quick nibble. - they are quite yummy on a cool day!

What to pay: What To Pay:
RM5-10 for plants and you can bargain a little by buying a few more.

Address: 2-5 km from major hotels (Merlin or Equatorial)

Directions: 2-5 km from most major hotels. Drive along the main road from Tanah Rata to Brinchang and onwards to Kg Raja, there are many stalls and shops along the way.

Theme: Local Craft