Master Jack Pot (大街小巷港式私房菜), located near Tai Tong Restaurant and opposite Hema Hema Ice Cream, serves up a diverse mix of dishes inspired by Hong Kong private dining style.
Early Sunday morning in Penang, we found ourselves standing in line at the bustling OO White Coffee kopitiam at Lebuh Carnarvona.
There is something uniquely comforting about Tai Tong Restaurant in Georgetown, Penang. It is not about frills or fancy presentations but about nostalgia and an authentic dim sum experience.
Norm Micro Roastery is certainly not the norm. Housed in a repurposed shipping yard building just a stone’s throw away from our hotel, The Prestige, it exudes minimalist industrial vibes.
Tucked away in a quiet private residential estate near the iconic Him Heang pastry shop, Doumo Cookies is a hidden gem that we discovered through XiaoHongShu.
After a hearty meal at Tek Sen, we braved the sweltering heat and made our way to Keng Kwee Street, a bustling hotspot famed for its authentic Penang street food.
Tek Sen Restaurant has certainly come a long way since my last visit, back when it had not yet earned its Michelin recognition.
Street food under the stars, with lively conversations and the charm of Penang in every bite – a memorable way to conclude our first day on the island.
Penang has a way of pulling you into its irresistible charm the moment you arrive. After a quick check-in at the hotel, we wasted no time and dived straight into the heart of its culinary soul – Chulia Street.
There is something nostalgic about stepping into Westlake Restaurant at Queen’s Road, a classic Chinese eatery that’s been around since 1974.
On this trip to Johor Bahru, I finally made it to Hai Kah Lang, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant.
It was a hearty, soul-warming meal. Nothing fancy, just comforting food that is perfect for rainy days.