The Bento Box/Bowl

I went to Ten Penh for lunch. Generally, I am a fan of Ten Pen. I am not Asian nor do I know traditional or authentic Asian food, but for my money Ten Pen (whatever it is) is tasty.

The server sold me on the special - a shrimp/noodle and lobster bento box with mango sticky rice. Admittedly, I have never had a bento box before. According to urban legend (and my Asian friend) they are supposed to be an entire meal in a box which gives you just enough in the way of portions to do the trick. I figured I'd give it a go.

It was ok. My Asian friend said they are supposed to be simple, and mine was very involved. Also, he had beef with the mango sticky rice for dessert. I guess you aren't supposed to have dessert in your bento box.

Also, my bento box wasn't actually in a box, it was in a bowl...curious...