Address – Selera Sri Tambang No1 Pengkalan Tambang 13500 Permatang Pasir Bukit Mertajam Tel: 04 3971918, 012 5759662 & 017 4633944
If you want a typical old-fashioned hawker chiew jang khar scenario, then head for Air Itam where, stretching from the Reservoir Garden kopitiam opposite the Public Bank building and continuing right through to the corner of Jalan Air Putih (White Water) Road, some 65 stalls lines both sides of the inner service road. You can [...]
Roti canai is available in numerous stalls around Penang and each stall has its own variations such as the roti sardin, roti tissue and the roti telur. One particular place is Transfer Road. Breakfast here is an indulgence — soaks in the atmosphere and enjoys the slow pace of life in Penang. This famous roti [...]
Event: Penang Hawker’s Night Venue: Jalan Padang Kota Lama Date: 13th August 2011 Time: 6.30 pm onwards We are delighted to welcome 2,000 visitors from China to our beautiful island Penang! These visitors are from the second largest direct selling company in China, Perfect China Pte Ltd (Zhongshan). This is indeed a wonderful opportunity for [...]
The Char Koay Kak stall located along the bustling Air Itam road. There is an upbeat vibe to this road with many hawker food stalls selling fried buns, tantalizing Assam Laksa and curry mee. The pieces of koay kak (rice cakes) are stir-fried in a huge flat wok with oil, chye por (preserved vegetable) and [...]
Nasi Campur Melayu stall is a relatively new food stall in town. This stall started operating about three months ago, right in front of the entrance of Pinang Delicious Food Court on Macalister Road. It is run by siblings Roslina and Rosniza binti Mansor. In actual fact they had a stall at one of the [...]
The tong-sui stall operated by Soon and his wife for the last few years in Sungai Dua, has a wonderful sweet range of Chinese style desserts. Previously located on the roadside at Jalan Helang, the tong-sui stall has since shifted into a nearby house. Customers can enjoy the desserts with sit-down service in the comfort [...]
Although some people call him Michael Choy, he’s best known as Ah Ngau. “Ask anyone around here about Ah Ngau’s wantan mee,” he proclaims proudly, “and they will know where to direct you!” A justifiable claim, as he has been selling wantan mee from the same rented stall at the ancient Sai Lam Coffee Shop [...]
There are plenty of great eateries in Bukit Mertajam, and Ah Meng Coffee Shop is one place where one can find cheap and good teatime snacks. Located along Jalan Pasar, this coffee shop is famous for its Rojak Orang Hitam Putih and the Li Guang Popiah. The ingredients of the popiah come with flavourful turnip, [...]
Story and pictures by CHRISTINA CHIN sgchris@thestar.com.my For those who love Penang rojak, mere mention of the dish is enough to make one lick the lips in anticipation. So where in Penang does one go for their fix? TO the residents of Gat Lebuh Macallum in George Town, the sight of Khor Ewe Hock manning [...]
Penang has plenty for the kids
The National staff We’re going on a short family trip to Penang in April. While I’m looking forward to the heritage walks around George Town and my wife is planning a culinary journey around the city, can you suggest any places to see and things to do that the children would really enjoy? Penang is [...]
Urlaub in Penang mit Kindern? “Meine Ansprüche für einen tollen Urlaub sind gutes Essen, freundliche Menschen, Entspannung und genug zu tun, um die Kinder zufrieden zu stellen. Genau das bietet Penang,” stellen die australischen Reiseexperten BYO-Kids fest. Tatsächlich gibt es all das in Penang: eine historische Allstadt mit Gebäuden aus der kolonialen Vergangenheit, vom einfachen [...]
Kids Activities in Penang Malaysia
Should I holiday with kids in Penang? ‘My requirements for a great holiday are fab food, friendly locals, a relaxing atmosphere, plus plenty to keep the kids happy. Penang is exactly that. ‘ says BYO-Kids, the Australian family travel gurus. Indeed, Penang has it all: a historic city-centre filled with colonial buildings, from the simple Chinese shop house to gems [...]
Address – Selera Sri Tambang No1 Pengkalan Tambang 13500 Permatang Pasir Bukit Mertajam Tel: 04 3971918, 012 5759662 & 017 4633944
Penang CM Y.A.B Lim Guan Eng’s Chinese New
Penang’s Chief Minister Y.A.B Lim Guan Eng invites all Penangites regardless of background to a Chinese New Year Open House on the 23rd of January 2011 at PISA. Enjoy delicious Penang cuisines while enjoying the special performances lined up. This includes Lion Dance, Cultural Dance, Choir and a special Boria performance from Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam [...]
Hainanese Cuisine at Yeng Keng
Make your way to Yeng Keng Cafe & Bar on Chulia Street. This cafe is located in Yeng Keng Hotel, a heritage boutique hotel. In addition to Western cuisine, Yeng Keng Cafe & Bar has a selection of classic Hainanese dishes such as Hainanese Mushroom soup, Curry Tumis White Pomfret, Chicken Pie and Bomb Alaska. [...]
Fire Watching & Chor Sor Kong Deity Birthday Celebration
Penang’s famous Snake Temple is dedicated to the deity Chor Sor Kong, which is believed to be the protector of jungle snakes. Since its establishment in 1850, snakes have appeared within the temple building, seeking refuge at the shrine. On the 5th and 6th day of Chinese New Year, devotees of Chor Sor Kong; from [...]
Kwong Wah Yit Poh Press Chinese New Year Festival
Kwong Wah Yit Poh Press will be welcoming the year of the dragon with a big Celebration on the 7th of January 2012 at Lebuh Presgrave. More than 40 booths selling items such as famous Penang cuisines, traditional delicacies, handicrafts, decorative plants and so much more. There will also be various cultural performances including the [...]
Honeymoon Group from Guangzhou visits Penang
A group of 20 recently married couples from Guangzhou China will be spending their honeymoon here from 7th of January to 9th of January 2012. The trip is organized by the 2nd largest newspaper in Guangdong, China and partially sponsored by Tourism Malaysia. The couples will be visiting Khoo Kongsi, Peranakan Mansion, Penang Hill, Batu [...]
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