Apam Balik Benci Tapi Rindu, Kampung Manjoi
Apam balik, sometimes known as apom balik, murtabak manis, or terang bulan, is a traditional snack found throughout the archipelago, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore. It is a type of snack perfect for enjoying during a relaxed morning or afternoon.
If Teluk Intan, Perak is famous for
Apam Balik Malindo
, it is a different story in
Kampung Manjoi
. According to the local community in
Kampung Manjoi
, the most legendary and delicious apam balik in the area is none other than Apam Balik Benci Tapi Rindu. The proprietor of Apam Balik Benci Tapi Rindu, 69-year-old Pak Arit, stated that he began selling apam balik around the
Manjoi
area when he was just 16 years old. This means he has over half a century of experience, spanning 53 years, in making apam balik.
Originally, Pak Arit traveled as far as Sabah and Sarawak to seek daytime employment while selling apam balik at night to supplement his income. Later, Pak Arit settled in
Kampung Manjoi
in 1990, at which time he was 43 years old.
Since moving to
Kampung Manjoi
, he has been operating on Jalan Baginda,
Kampung Manjoi
at the same location to this day. For the loyal readers of orangperak.com, Pak Arit starts his business around 6 or 7 PM until 11 PM.
- Location : Jalan Baginda, Kampung Manjoi (coordinates : 4.619111, 101.070139)
- Price : RM2 (regular) / RM3 (special)
- Business Hours : 6 / 7 PM to 11 PM
What is the meaning behind the name of Pak Arit's apam balik? According to Pak Arit, the name 'Benci Tapi Rindu' (Hate But Miss) implies that when customers get tired of the apam balik, they won't come back to buy it. But after a long time without eating it, they will miss it and return to buy more.
Credit and adaptation taken from Suara Perak
