KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 19 -- Why are there so many eateries serving Sarawak dishes? How can one place trump another? Those were my thoughts when I ventured to Kepong to explore Mouth Mee.

All those doubts were dispelled when I slurped down my curly red kolo mee. One bite wasn't enough, I kept eating more of those lardy noodles with a tinge of sweetness from the char siu sauce.

I may not be from Sarawak but I do know a good bowl of noodles and this kolo mee was definitely a winner.

Now I understand why my friend had highly recommended this place that opened about four months ago.

Mouth Mee may be relatively unknown but its pedigree can be traced to the popular Lin Li Xiang in Damansara Jaya.

If I had to compare both - apple for apple - I ...