Category: Penang
Penang’s Kek Chuan Road, ranked as the 17th most beautiful street in the world, gracefully winds through George Town, leaving a trail of architectural grandeur and timeless beauty in …
Pak Yusoff Nasi Melayu is the perfect spot for a delicious and authentic Malay food experience in the heart of George Town, Penang. The Nasi Campur rice stall is …
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Penang nightlife comes alive after dark, offering a vibrant and eclectic mix of entertainment options for locals and visitors. With its diverse range of bars, clubs, and hawker centers, …
If you have only one day to experience George Town Heritage Zone, the best thing to do is stay in the city and walk around. Let’s look at the …
Visitors often ask me for a short list of the best places in Penang. Penang is one of the most famous spots in Malaysia, and with great reason. Most …
The best Penang souvenirs are food products and snacks that the locals eat daily. When people know you’re going on holiday to Penang, their eyes light up! The state …
Penang cafe hopping is practically a sport. And if you’re like us, you’re not chasing just pretty corners. We hunt down cafes that look good but also deliver—with proper …
The Hong Kong Bar first opened in 1920. It was Penang’s most notorious bar – a favored watering hole for RAAF servicemen and backpackers in Penang Island. For senior …
Armenian Street Heritage Trail in Penang is a bustling hub where myriad experiences unfold simultaneously, drawing tourists from afar. While it’s renowned globally for its captivating street art, this …
Few people realize that at the heart of Penang’s Gurney Paragon Mall on Gurney Drive is an iconic old gem with a rich history. St. Jo’s, formerly known as …
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 …
Crumbz is a café inside City Junction, a shopping mall in Tanjung Tokong. Crumbz signature bagels? I looked at Debbie. We just finished our appointment and Thai food lunch …
Wheelers Cafe must order the famous Espresso Chicken that draws curiosity. If you love dipping your French fries into your chocolate sundae, the Espresso Chicken is as original and …
Nasi Melayu Lidiana is famous for its cheap and delicious Malay rice meal, Nasi Campur. The eatery is directly opposite the Penang Floating Mosque, and the stall is also …
Crème De La Crème, or CDLC, is an ice cream parlor popular for its artisanal, creative, premium flavors and excellent mouthfeel. Bee: You need ice cream and coffee. To …
Bangkok Lane Mee Goreng at New World Park – Still the Best Since 1941 Looking for Bangkok Lane Mee Goreng in Penang? The legendary stall that’s been around since …
Gravybaby at the corner of Chulia Street and Rope Walk is dazzling. With Pokok across the road belting out funky numbers and Halab dishing Syrian cuisine, this little section …
Can you say no to a Handcrafted Creameal Ice Cream? I can’t say no to ice cream generally. When Bee suggested we head for more desserts, Penny was slightly …
Flower cafes in Penang—type that into Google and you’ll find a mix of gorgeous spots and a few places with a single fake plant trying to pass as “garden-themed.” …
Hard Rock Hotel Penang was voted as one of the Top 30 Hotels in Asia: Readers’ Choice Awards 2021 by readers of Condé Nast Traveler. The travel magazine readers …
With six delectable flavors to try, Penang Hard Rock Hotel Mooncake Treats will have you dancing in the moonlight this Mooncake Festival! What is a Mooncake? A mooncake is …
Cafe Hopping in George Town is what Penangites and visitors to the state love most. There are only so many malls to go grocery shopping on Penang Island. If …
For maximum indulgence the Macalister Mansion High Tea is the perfect cure for a balmy afternoon Tai Tai tête-à-tête. Macalister Mansion Macalister Mansion is a stately all-white mansion, a …
The iconic Penang Ferry Service will end. The oldest ferry service will cease operations and be replaced by “fast ferries,” similar to the ones used in Langkawi from Jan …
I think it was the teal-colored shopfront that attracted me to Myarte Café Penang. Back in the day, when I worked in the CBD in Beach Street, there were …
Maggi Goreng and Malaysians are inseparable! It’s one of those simple foods that somehow means so much. Think about it—noodles are woven into our daily lives. We eat Maggi …
Ask any senior Penangite about Penang cinema showtimes, and they’ll recall them by heart. Back in the 60s, 70s, and 80s, catching a blockbuster was a real treat. Old …
Looking for the best Penang Char Kway Teow? You’re not alone. This iconic dish is the soul of Penang street food—and here’s where it gets real. Last updated: August …
Hin Bus Depot Hipster Art Center in George Town is the local entrepreneur community art space in artsy Penang. Built in 1947, the Hin Bus Depot was run by …
One night, we checked out the Penang Digital Library 24 hours a day. Going for the delicious cakes at Love A Loaf was a good, valid reason, too. It was …
George Town Heritage Trail offers visitors to Penang great options for immersion in its rich cultural tapestry. SmartDory recommends an overnight holiday stay in the heart of the city. This …
THE CLS Girls of Convent Light Street, Class of 1980, recently celebrated its annual reunion dinner in Penang. The lively gathering marks the grand reunion of classmates who left …
Try these top tips before heading to Tanjung Bungah in Penang for a nice romantic walk in the park. The little hillock behind Penang’s oldest Tua Pek Kong temple …
Updated 26 January 2026 7-Eleven Malaysia is the single largest convenience store chain in the country, with over 2,410 stores nationwide. Open 24/7, these stores serve more than 900,000 …
Urban Spice Cafe Trail In George Town Heritage Enclave is opposite Armenian Park. Its interior is relaxed, comfy, and calming, with simple lines. At the rear, there is an …
The Toddy Palm Wine of Asia, Tuak, is a typical drink among Malaysia’s local Indian communities. Discover Toddy Palm Wine in Malaysia: A Unique Local Experience Toddy shops, or …
If only the hidden field of 3,000 secrets LED glowing tulips in bright shades behind the Penang Avatar Garden Lights would sing! This “neon light show” is a crowd-puller, …
Equator College (EQUATOR) celebrated its 30th anniversary as the northern region’s most reputable art and design institution with a gala reception and dinner at Hotel Jen, Penang recently. Equator …
Penang Avatar Secret Garden resembles Pandora — The World of Avatar; not a parallel universe that does NOT resemble Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Dubbed Penang Avatar Secret Garden, …