Category: Local Specialties

Chowrasta Market Penang is the best Asian wet market experience in George Town for tourists who want a slice of the local lifestyle. Wake up early for an actual …

When it comes to street food, you must try these four types of unusual noodles in Langkawi. The best people to hang out with are the construction boys. They …

Published: Oct 30, 2016 | Updated: Feb 1, 2026 If you’re visiting Penang and want a real street-food experience, Hameed Pata Mee Sotong is a must-visit. It’s tucked inside …

Published: 8 Oct 2016 | Last updated: 8 Feb 2026 888 Hokkien Mee, located at Lebuh Pregrave in Penang, is a nighttime favorite for locals and homesick Penangites. Recognized …

Highlights Established since 1945: Kareem Pasembur Rojak is a top Penang spot, known for its perfectly balanced sweet, spicy, and nutty peanut kuah (gravy). Ingredients: Fresh cucumber, yam bean, …

The Indian Muslim version of Popiah Basah is vegetarian, unlike the cholesterol-laden Chinese Popiah with peeled crab meat. Popiah Basah is a simple dish. They stew the essential ingredients, julienned …

In George Town, Penang, the locals love a soupy Koay Teow Theng (阿海粿條汤) as much as they love Char Koay Teow (炒粿條). The street food culture is protected by a …

Published: October 23, 2015 | Updated: February 13, 2026 I first heard about the longest youtiao in Penang from a friend. One morning, I decided to drive there via …