Bangkok Lane Mee Goreng – Famous Penang Street Food
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 …
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Gravybaby on Chulia Street – Discover a Flavor Hit
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 …
3 Guilt Free Creameal Ice Cream Desserts
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 …
7 Beautiful Flower Cafes in Penang to Visit
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 – Top 30 Hotels in Asia 2021
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 …
Penang Hard Rock Hotel Mooncake Treats
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 …
22 Cafe Hopping In George Town – Penang Cafe 2022
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 …
Macalister Mansion High Tea – Penang Afternoon Indulgence
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 …
Best Memories Of Iconic Penang Ferry
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 …
Myarte Cafe Penang – Western Japanese Fusion Cafe
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 …
Why Malaysians Can’t Get Enough of Maggi Goreng
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 …
Golden Memories Of Penang Cinema Showtimes
Many Penangites know the cinema showtimes by rote – as we make a trip down memory lane. In the day, catching a blockbuster movie was a real treat in …
Where to Eat the Best Penang Char Kway Teow in 2025
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 Centre George Town Penang
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 …
Penang Digital Library 24 Hours Past Midnight
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 …
10 Ways to Explore George Town Heritage Trail Cruise Visitors
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 …
Real Life Avatar Penang With Top Tips For Visitors
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 …
Top 5 Things To Buy After Midnight at 7-Eleven Malaysia
Updated 15 July 2025 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
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 …
List Of Toddy Shops Kedai Tuak In Penang and Butterworth
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 …
Secret Avatar Garden LED Tulip Lights Penang
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 30th Anniversary George Town
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 阿凡达神秘花园 Night Park
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, …
KLCC The Pit Stop For Great Coffee Kuala Lumpur
KLCC The Pit Stop For Great Coffee Kuala Lumpur Some of the trendiest cafes and coffees that’s Insta worthy and delicious to boot without being overtly pretentious is at …
Magnum Ice Cream: Luxury Bars & Cafe Experience
If you love Magnum Ice Cream Bars like I do, customizing one with your favorite toppings at a Magnum Café would be the perfect weekend sundae treat. It’s the …
Penang Digital Library (Phase 1 & 2) Facilites
The Penang Digital Library (Phase 1 & 2) was initiated by the Penang State Government. It provides various gadgets and tools to help students and the public turn their …
Chowrasta Market Penang – Experience Local Lifestyle
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 …
TeddyVille Museum Penang | Malaysia’s Teddy Bear Museum
Step into a charming world of nostalgia and cuddly fun at TeddyVille Museum Penang, the first and largest teddy bear museum in Malaysia. Located on the ground floor of …
Penang Owl Museum Bukit Bendera Free Entry For Kids
Penang Owl Museum – Malaysia’s first Owl Museum at Bukit Bendera, Penang, is popular during the school holidays. Owls are active nocturnal birds of prey. They have a large, …
M Appliance Store Grand Opening @ M Mall O2O
M Appliances Store’s grand opening at M Mall O2O, Penang Times Square. Founder of the MBI Group, which operates M Mall O2O, Tedy Teow was on hand to show …
Penang Oldest Florist In Pitt Street George Town
Penang’s oldest florist (since the 1800s) is heavy with the fragrance that perfumes Pitt Street when one visits or passes by the row of florist shops. SP Florist is …
2016 Live Music At Kim Haus Loft Campbell Street Penang
Caffeine-fuelled addiction and late nights are about Going Live Now At Kim Haus Loft Campbell Street Penang. The café nightspots in Penang’s alternative night scene. If what you have in mind …
How Not Knowing Penang Toddy Shop Makes You a Rookie
How Not Knowing Penang Toddy Shop Makes You a Rookie “Do women come to the Toddy Shop,” I asked Ravi Arumugam the “barman” of the local watering hole in …
Chinese New Year Spring Festivities 15 Days Guide [Updated]
Chinese New Year, the grandest festival for the Chinese people, is celebrated for fifteen days. According to the oldest traditions, this fifteen-day guide will help you follow specific things …
Pongal Festival in Penang: A Tamil Thanksgiving Celebration
If you’re visiting Penang in January, don’t miss the chance to experience Pongal Festival in Penang, a colorful Tamil harvest celebration. This vibrant cultural event brings temple rituals, symbolic …
Queensbay Mall Christmas Decoration and Snow Fall Shower
Penangites flock to enjoy Queensbay Mall Christmas decorations and experience snowfall in the tropics. Every year, Queensbay Mall is considered the best mall on the island for experiencing festive …
Volkswagen Vanagon World Travels
Volkswagen Vanagon World Travels: Sandra and Markus’ Story Traveling the world in a Volkswagen Vanagon isn’t just a dream—it’s a way of life. Swiss couple Sandra Garder, an architect, …
Career Advancement Scuba Diving Instructor In Malaysia
Michael Tham shares with SmartDory on How to Dive Deeper for Career Advancement. Sacking the Boss Many divers dream of throwing in the towel. Give up that desk job. …
My Scuba Diving Tour Date With A Blacktip Reef Shark
Michael Tham takes SmartDory on a scuba diving tour and shows her a gorgeous Blacktip Reef Shark swimming by! There’s a saying, “If you’ve seen one, you’ve seen everything!” Well, …
Most Outrageous Sea Monsters Dive Stories He Ever Told
For the most outrageous sea monsters dive stories he ever told, you’ll want to chat about scuba diving with Michael Tham as he reminisces. Am I sure you’ve heard …