Blue Mountain Hidden Gem | Unique Patisserie🍖🔥
📍 Why It’s Special? This unassuming pastry shop in Katoomba serves Southeast Asian comfort food so good, it’ll make you forget they even sell cakes. Their Bak Kut Teh (Malaysian herbal pork rib soup) is slow-brewed perfection, and the laksa and fried rice are shockingly authentic. 🍽️ Must-Try Dishes (Ranked!) 1️⃣ Bak Kut Teh 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 ($18.50) ✔ Rich Herbal Broth: Star anise, dang gui, peppercorns—aromatic but not bitter. ✔ Fall-Off-The-Bone Pork: Ribs, mushrooms, tofu puffs, wood ear fungus. ✔ Pro Move: Add chili padi + rice ($2) for next-level richness. 2️⃣ Laksa 🌟🌟🌟🌟 ($17) ✔ Coconut Milk Version: Less spicy, creamy, tangy tamarind base. ✔ Toppings: Fish flakes, cucumber, pineapple (yes, pineapple!). 3️⃣ Crispy Fried Chicken 🌟🌟🌟🌟 ($14) ✔ Juicy & Crunchy: Marinated thigh, crispy skin, sweet chili dip. 4️⃣ CAN BLUE Milk Tea 🌟🌟🌟🌟 ($6.50) ✔ Jasmine Milk Tea: Floral + creamy, 30% sugar = perfect balance. ✔ Brown Sugar: Caramelized depth, not too sweet. ✨ Standout Perks ✔ Portions: Huge (shared BKT + laksa feeds 2). ✔ Vibe: Cozy bakery with wooden benches (ignore the cake displays!). ✔ Service: Warm Malaysian owners who remember regulars. #BlueMountainEats #BakKutTehLove #NoSadNoodles
