Penang's best char koay teow? Judges say it's from Pulau Tikus after sizzling street food contest
According to The Star, Hean Char Koay Teow, run by 53-year-old Ong Siew Kean — better known as Winny Ong — was crowned champion at a competition held at the Toi Shan Ningyang Wui Kwon clan temple on King Street today.
Ong edged out 29 other contenders in the showdown.
While participants were provided with standard ingredients — prawns, eggs, noodles, and bean sprouts — each brought their own sauces and cockles to showcase their signature style.
The second place went to Chin Foh Shin from Taman Tanjung Aman, while Khoo Kay Keat of Kong Long Char Koay Teow came in third.
The English daily reported that judges scored the dishes based on taste, aroma, and presentation.
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