What to Eat at Astaka Kota Selera
Wondering what to Eat at Astaka Kota Selera (Esplanade Park Food Court) If you’re heading for lunch at Astaka Kota Selera, don’t worry—the classics are all there. Some of …
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Astaka Kota Selera Returns with Penang Favourites
Astaka Kota Selera used to go by the name Esplanade Park Food Court before its glow-up. If you grew up in Penang, you probably remember it as the place …
CiSu Vegetarian Chee Cheong Fun in Penang
“CiSu Vegetarian Chee Cheong Fun on Lebuh Victoria. You just got to go there,” said Bee When Bee tells you about a place, you don’t ask questions. You go. …
Malaysian Kitchen RM25Nett Menu At Courtyard Penang
Malaysian Kitchen Menu at Courtyard by Marriott was calling my name. We wanted a nice cool spot for lunch without battling the noon day heat. The school holidays were …
Say Yes Cafe – Best Nasi Lemak Breakfast in Damansara Uptown
Best Monday morning breakkie is a Nasi Lemak treat at Say Yes Cafe in Damansara. I found myself back in Uptown after a hiatus of 7 years. The last …
Macalister Lane Chee Cheong Fun at Seow Fong Lye Café
Chee Cheong Fun is more than just a dish to me. It’s part of my childhood, my routine, my story. In Penang, we enjoy it a little differently. Instead …
Old Penang Kopitiam Before Cafes Rule the Day
Dory used to patronize these Old Penang Kopitiam that have since closed down for decades. If you’re a true-blue Penangite, you’ll know that the heart and soul of the …
Sin Nam Huat Chicken Rice – Best Roasted Meats in Penang
Sin Nam Huat Chicken Rice has been my go-to spot for authentic roasted meats in Penang for over a decade. I was one of the first customers when they …
Cowan Street Nga Choi Kai Review
Ipoh’s legendary Cowan Street Nga Choy Kai takes a Chicken Rice Meal to the next level. Little did anyone think that the simple combination of poached chicken and blanched …
The Iconic Yut Sun Hainanese Chicken Chop
In Taiping, the iconic Yut Sun Restaurant has a reputation that precedes it. Recommended by a local friend, Ah Boon, this century-old establishment is known for its Hainanese specialties. …
Discover the Best Hong Kong Drinks In A Cup!
These traditional Hong Kong drinks will take you on a flavorful journey, guiding you from breakfast to supper. Hong Kong is a city that never sleeps, and its vibrant …
30 Must-Try Penang Noodles Every Food Lover
Get ready to hop on a plane if you want to eat Penang Noodles. Malaysia is a noodle lover’s dream and Penang? It’s a noodle paradise like no other! …
10 FAQs for Eating in Penang
Eating in Penang is an absolute joy! Brimming with an exciting mix of flavors, unique dishes, and a rich culinary history, Penang is everyone’s dream destination – for food. …
Guide to 10 Types of Noodles in Penang
A food lover’s paradise, the noodles in Penang come in all shapes, sizes, and textures—each packed with unique, unforgettable flavors. Welcome to Penang, where noodle dishes are the island’s …
Penang Food Guide: Best Street Food & Hawkers (2025)
Ultimate Penang Food Guide – Must-Try Dishes and Top Food Spots Welcome to Penang, the food capital of Malaysia! If you’re a foodie, you’re in for a treat. Penang’s …
Top 7 Must-Try Rice Dishes in Penang
Top 7 Must-Try Rice Dishes in Penang (If You Are Visiting from the USA) Rice is the heart of Penang’s culinary scene, and with the island’s rich cultural blend, …
Top 5 Pulau Tikus Kopitiam for Breakfast
If you’re looking for the best, Pulau Tikus Kopitiam is home to some of the best hawker food in Penang. It offers a range of authentic traditional breakfast dishes. …
Hawker Food in Penang, Hokkien, Teochew & Cantonese Magic
Hawker Food in Penang – If Penang street food were a symphony, it would be conducted by the flavors of Hokkien, Teochew, and Cantonese traditions, with hawker stalls as …
Top 5 Bean Sprout Chicken in Ipoh (Nga Choi Kai)
No visit to Perak is complete without a taste of its iconic Bean Sprout Chicken in Ipoh. Nga Choi Kai is a Cantonese-style poached chicken served alongside fresh taugeh …
三点三 Meet-PG – Is It Worth the Hype?
If you’re visiting Lam Wah Ee Hospital in Jelutong, you might find 三点三 Meet-PG (Three Point Three – PG) across the road. The casual café offering Hainanese-inspired breakfast and …
Onn Kee Ipoh Chicken Rice Review
Onn Kee Ipoh Chicken Rice Penang, the famed franchise from Ipoh, has set up shop at Island 88. When it comes to chicken rice, there’s a clear divide between …
Penang Hot Bowl White Curry Mee Since 1992
My first encounter with Hot Bowl White Curry Mee, was through an article by Helen Ong in The Star. She described it as a hidden treasure serving an authentic …
Oriental Kopi Review: Why This Cafe Deserves a 5-Star Rating
When Oriental Kopi opened at Gurney Plaza, Irene and I were eager to try it. The grand opening promotion featured an exciting 20% storewide discount (applicable to dine-in, takeaway, …
Top 5 Desserts in Penang for Dessert Lovers
Time to find the top 5 desserts in Penang if your a dessert lover and love indulging after meals. Penang boasts a rich culinary heritage and diverse dessert options …
Top 5 Maggi Goreng Mamak in Penang
Nothing beats a plate of Maggi Goreng Mamak when hunger strikes late at night. Imagine you’re wide awake, tummy rumbling, craving those instant noodles done the Penang way. Sure, …
Kim Laksa in Balik Pulau
Kim Laksa in Balik Pulau has always been more than just a place to grab a bowl of laksa—it’s a slice of history, a link to simpler times. I …
Mouthwatering 101 Rojak Penang
101 Rojak (Rojak Ho Wei Jeng) is renowned for having one of the longest queues at Medan Renong Food Court—and it’s worth going early! As a food lover and …
Lord Stow Egg Tart (Rua do Tassara) Since 1989
Macau’s Michelin-recommended street food icon is undoubtedly the Lord Stow egg tart from Lord Stow’s Bakery. The local Chinese appropriately dubbed it, distinguishing it from the traditional dim sum …
Wan Dao Tou Assam Laksa Penang
Wan Dao Tou Assam Laksa has been one of my go-to spots in Penang for satisfying my laksa cravings long before they received the prestigious MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Award. …
Restaurants Near The Leith Hotel Penang 2024
Are you staying at the newest boutique hotel, The Leith Hotel Penang, and wondering where to eat? Explore delightful dining options nearby, ranging from local delicacies to international cuisines. …
Ombak Star Menu Delights at Mercure Penang Beach
If you’re a food enthusiast searching for a delectable weekend treat, the new Ombak Star Menu at Mercure Penang Beach looks just right! Ombak Star Menu The much-loved Ombak …
15 Best Penang Breakfast Guide (2024 Edition)
SmartDory’s Penang Breakfast Guide invites tourists and visitors to sample the island’s best offerings. My eyes light up whenever I travel and mention that Penang is my hometown. If …
3D2N Penang Food Tour Best Hawker Stalls
Are you a foodie looking at Penang Food Tour for your next food adventure? Penang is renowned for its diverse and flavorful hawker food scene, drawing in foodies from …
Yau Char Kwai Gruesome Treacherous Origins
The next time you order extra Yau Char Kwai with your Congee or Bak Kut Teh, remember it is more than a deep-fried caloric bomb! It is decidedly more …
Top 10 Best Pulau Tikus Food Kopitiam
The best Pulau Tikus food is in the kopitiam near the market for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For visitors to Penang, one of the enclaves is Pulau Tikus, an …
Where to Buy Leong Chee Kee Pepper Biscuits in Penang?
Leong Chee Kee Pepper Biscuits has been part of Penang’s story for as long as I can remember. Before the cafés took over George Town and every other latte …
Delicious 3rd Generation Tua Pui Curry Mee
Tua Pui Curry Mee is reputed to be the best in Penang, famous for its array of toppings you can add to customize your bowl of noodles. The 3rd …
11 Best Halal Street Foods in Penang for Breakfast to Dinner
Visitors love to hunt for Halal Street Food in Penang for a satisfying time. When I travel and tell my new friends that I’m from Penang, their eyes light …
Nirvana Cafeteria’s Top Hawker Picks Today
Nirvana Cafeteria is one of those rare breeds of friendly and humble eateries under a tree in Penang. In 1993, Eric brought me there for Laksa lunch to celebrate …
Kedai Kopi Malabar: Old Taste Food Worth Revisiting [2025]
Kedai Kopi Malabar is just down the alley from Toh Soon Cafe where everyone queues for a Roti Bakar breakfast. Here you get your toast, bread, eggs, kopi, and …