Yun Nans 1 Utama: A First Taste of Yunnan Cuisine
If you’ve never tried Yunnan cuisine, Yun Nans is a great place to start. It’s a solid choice if you’re looking for a Chinese restaurant in 1 Utama that …
Category: What to Eat
Kafei Dian on Jalan Panggong in Chinatown KL
Theresa beckoned me to try Kafei Dian on Jalan Panggong while we were exploring Kuala Lumpur Chinatown. The building looked weathered and slightly forgotten, but there was something intriguing …
Royal Selangor Pewter Cafe Bristo Experience
If you are visiting the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre and wondering where to eat after the tour, the Royal Selangor Pewter Cafe is the most convenient option. The Café …
Joja Bagel Worth Queuing For
Joja Bagel on Bishop Street has become one of the most talked about breakfast and brunch spots in Georgetown, Penang. I first heard about this place from Wei Ying, …
SpedaHub Chulia Takes Over Coffee Lane
SpedaHub Chulia took over Coffee Lane on bustling Chulia Street, and it’s quickly becoming a favorite for a mid-morning coffee break. SpedaHub Chulia Vibe With so many cafes …
Xiang Fan Mian Guan, Greenlane Penang
Xiang Fan Mian Guan in Greenlane was one restaurant I’d probably have missed driving on my own. But last night, as we headed out for dinner, eagle-eyed Susan spotted …
Mee Goreng Duck Egg at Stall No. 30, Batu Lanchang Food Court
I bet you’ve never heard about Mee Goreng Duck Egg. Time to let you in on an insider tip about the mee goreng at Batu Lanchang Food Court. It’s …
Double Fold Cafe Tanjung Bungah
Double Fold Cafe is the latest café to open in Tanjung Bungah, and finding it is a bit of a treasure hunt. It is located across from Dalat School. …
Nasi Kandar Sulaiman Surr in Penang
Nasi Kandar Sulaiman is not new in Penang. I have driven past the shop over the years, and because there’s no roadside parking, I never stopped by. The packed …
East Coast BBQ, Penang: Super Fresh Grilled Seafood
East Coast BBQ was my favorite no-nonsense grilled seafood spot and some of the best grilled seafood in Penang. Whenever I was working in KL, I would head here …
Tho Yuen: A Timeless Cantonese Yumcha
Many of us grew up knowing Tho Yuen, a stalwart in Penang’s Chinatown. If you are a new visitor to George Town, you might pass the 90-year-old restaurant without …
Char Mee Suah: Penang Secret Noodle Locals Love
Char mee suah is one of Penang’s most underrated hawker dishes, a quiet testament to how the island turns simple ingredients into unforgettable meals. While fried noodles in Penang …
Bamboo Briyani: Tuk Tuk Biryani Experience in Penang
A bamboo briyani Ladies Lunch with a new twist! I first spotted the Tuk Tuk Biryani promotion on Facebook and couldn’t resist the twinge of curiosity. A biryani served …
Xin He Cafe Duck Meat Koay Teow Th’ng
Xin He Cafe Duck Meat Koay Teow Th’ng was something I had heard about for years but never made it to. After Sunday service, I finally went with Sharon …
Menya Miyabi Hokkaido Ramen at Queensbay Mall
Menya Miyabi may be a quiet restaurant on the row compared to others in Queensbay Mall, but it packs a mean bowl of ramen. For fans of Burnt Garlic …
Celebrate Olive Tree Christmas 2025 with Family Fun
Olive Tree Christmas 2025: Feast, Play & Laugh Together in Bayan Baru Looking for a Christmas outing that doesn’t break the bank but keeps the whole family smiling? Olive …
Penang Marriott Christmas Buffet 2025 at SAGO
Last year I missed the Penang Marriott Christmas Buffet and I’m still not over it. Seriously. I waited all year last year for this feast, and then it was …
Rasa Sayang Nyonya Cuisine, Penang
Pulau Tikus has a new Nyonya spot, and it’s Rasa Sayang Nyonya Cuisine. Honestly, I wasn’t expecting it to blow my mind—but it did. Opened on Moulmein Road in …
Restoran Tang Huang: Delicious Pork Noodles in Penang
If you’re on the hunt for pork noodles and pork innards in Penang, you need to check out this gem on Lorong Selamat. Restoran Tang Huang is a must-visit. …
Lim Western & Hainan Food Astaka Kota Selera
Lim Western & Hainan Food in Penang serves classic Hainanese and Western dishes locals love. The stall has been around for decades. I first discovered it in the …
Pak Hock Chicken Rice: A Taste of Penang’s Heritage
Pak Hock Chicken Rice once sat proudly at the corner of Chulia Street and Rope Walk. It was a quiet but iconic spot along Penang’s Chulia Street, where three …
Talk Talk Kopitiam @ Sunshine Central – Halal & Modern
Here’s a secret — Talk Talk Kopi is my favourite modern-day kopitiam whenever I’m out for a grocery run at Sunshine Central. Lili first brought me here, and since …
Flip Burger: Delicious Set Meals in Penang
If you’re on the hunt for the best cheese burger spot in Penang, Flip Burger is worth a Thursday detour. Their popular burger deals include two burgers, thick-cut fries, …
Only 500 Hard Rock Mooncake Boxes in Penang!
Hard Rock Hotel Penang’s Broadcast Box – A Limited-Edition Collectible Mooncake Experience I didn’t expect a mooncake gift to spark such powerful memories. But that’s exactly what happened when …
Planters Lounge Semi Buffet Lunch at E&O Hotel with Sea View
Who Loves a Buffet Lunch at E&O Hotel? After our fourth visit since our first in August 2025, we can confidently say the Planters Lounge semi buffet lunch at …
Penang Street Food Guide for Beginners
Penang Street Food Guide for Beginners – What to Eat & Where to Go. Why Penang Street Food is World-Famous When it comes to local meals here, it’s always …
Italian Afternoon Tea at KUCINA, Penang Marriott Hotel
Italian Afternoon Tea? Yes, it’s a thing. It was one of those hot and humid Penang afternoons where stepping outside felt like walking into a steam room—with a handbag …
Teow Chew Restaurant Penang – Fresh Teochew Food
Teow Chew Restaurant is one of those places you’d probably walk right past unless someone pointed it out. It sits quietly along Lebuh McNair, near the junction with Magazine …
Roots Dessert Cafe Opens in George Town – 2025
Roots Dessert Cafe officially opened its doors at Jalan Pintal Tali (Rope Walk) right in the heart of George Town, Penang. And what a celebration it was. This wasn’t …
Alunan Rasa – Best Malaysian Cafe in Bayan Lepas
Say hello to Alunan Rasa by Irama Dining in Setia Triangle, Bayan Lepas—your new go-to Penang café for proper Malaysian favourites. Check out the menu, prices, and reviews that …
W life Cafe Review: My Honest Experience
W life Cafe is one of those high-ceiling, Instagrammable spots with vibrant pops of colour. Everything comes alive inside. And once upon a time, it was perfect. I’ve always …
Khing Cafe Beach Street – Mille Crepes & Coffee
Khing Cafe Beach Street is a pain to get to if you’re driving. There’s no way to sugarcoat it. It’s right in the middle of George Town, where parking …
The Golden Hour Grill Launch at Hard Rock Hotel Penang
The Golden Hour Grill Launch The Golden Hour Grill has officially made its debut at Hard Rock Hotel Penang, and it’s raising the bar for the Penang hotel buffet …
Six Cuisine Penang – Italian-Inspired Dining on Hutton Lane
Six Cuisine Penang is one of those Penang gems you pass by on Hutton Lane if you don’t know it’s there. No flashy signs. No tourist traps. Just a …
Durian Tasting in Penang: How to Eat Like a Local and Love It
Your first durian tasting! NICE (smacks lips) So, durian lover—it was love at first bite for you. Was it the sweet creaminess of Red Prawn or the bold bitterness …
Kopitiam 7 Pagi – Best Halal Kopitiam Breakfast in Penang
Kopitiam 7 Pagi? I’m So Glad I Found This By Accident This morning, I was all gung-ho about having breakfast at a proper Malay kopitiam. Got up early, parked …
Revisiting Onya – Third Time’s the Charm?
Onya wasn’t a place I’d rave about. I just find myself going elsewhere if I wanted somewhere cool and quiet. Eating out with Vege Girl (Bee) always adds a …
Unlimited A5 Wagyu Buffet – Yakiniku Tenshin Now Open
🍖 Unlimited A5 Wagyu Buffet in Penang Last weekend, Gurney Paragon Mall came alive with the sights, sounds and flavours of Japan. Lion dance drums echoed through the mall …
What to Eat at Astaka Kota Selera
Wondering what to eat at Astaka Kota Selera? This updated food court at Padang Kota Lama, beside the Esplanade and Fort Cornwallis, brings together some of Penang’s familiar hawker …
What to Eat at Dior Cafe Penang – Dioriviera 2025 Pop-Up
Dior Cafe is quietly stealing hearts, one beautifully plated bite at a time. POV: You just stepped into a Dior dream. This isn’t your average coffee stop. The Dior …