Visiting markets in Penang became an almost daily event on our most recent visit. There is such a wide variety that each market has its own point-of-difference. Whether a bustling “wet” market, a Penang flea market, a Penang souvenir market, experiencing Malaysia’s hawker food at one of the Penang night […]
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Penang’s Tropical Spice Garden
The Tropical Spice Garden had been high on my list of places to visit when planning my recent trip to Penang. I had read about the cooking classes, the café, and the tours of the gardens which made it sound like it would be quite a pleasant day out. […]
Chowrasta Market, Penang’s famous 19th Century Institution
Chowrasta Market, also known as Chowrasta Bazaar, is a famous Penang institution that has been around since the late 19th century. Housed inside a recently renovated building, with a façade that reminds me of a 1960s council building, the market is a hive of activity with a few interesting points […]
13 Famous Must-try Penang Hawker Food
When it comes to the famous must-try Penang hawker food, there is no shortage of quality options available. As a result, the competition is fierce which means the quality of dishes is outstanding. As I’ve written before, to help me research this important topic, I joined the “Penang Hawker Food” […]
The Essential Guide to Must-try Food in Penang
The food in Penang – it is a visit to Malaysian food heaven. When Malaysians argue about their favourite food city or town, Penang is always high up on the list, if not first most of the time. The food in Penang is heavily influenced by its multicultural history. Waves of immigration […]
7 Must Try Malacca Food Experiences
Malacca (Melaka) is a city with a fascinating history and the Malacca food is fascinating in itself. Back in the 15th century, Malacca was one of the largest trading ports in Southeast Asia, resulting in the interest of many European powers over the following centuries, each of whom left an enduring […]
Villa Sentosa and the Melaka River Walk
Just after lunch, I decided to visit Villa Sentosa, known as “The Malay Living Museum.” It’s a 100-year-old house in Kampung Morten, a heritage-protected village a few kilometers from Melaka’s Historic Town Square. Although there are several ways to get to the Villa, including by taxi or hiring a bicycle, […]
Pudu Market and the Squawking Chickens
It was just starting to rain, and after finishing a breakfast of Hakka mee at Chun Kee Tai Bu (see 7 Must-Try Food Experiences in Kuala Lumpur), I took off to find Pudu Market. Related Posts Jalan Alor Food Street Best Malaysian Food 17 Unique Malay Drinks to Quench Your […]
