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The George Penang by The Crest Collection Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Han Sen Hau Imagine a place where time becomes fluid, where the echo of colonial footsteps mingles with the vibrant hum of contemporary life. Picture yourself stepping into the lobby, bathe…
ChinaHouse Penang – A Day in George Town’s Coolest Cafe Words: Monica Tindall & Narelle McMurtriePhotos: Han Sen Hau Between decades-old street food stalls and shiny new Michelin establishments lies a beloved and long-standing Penang icon, ChinaH…
gēn 根 Georgetown Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Cheok Hor While fine dining kitchens chased elusive truffles and caviar, Chef Johnson Wong was scouring Penang’s independent growers, coaxing vibrant flavours from turmeric stalks and sun-baked chillie…
Au Jardin George Town – Hin Bus Depot Penang Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Christopher Harriot We first dined at Au Jardin George Town shortly after opening in 2019. I remember the excitement of discovering such fine food and interiors within the walls of a …
Un Poco Loco Penang Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Han Sen Hau Un Poco Loco (a little crazy), yes, we are, especially for Spanish flavours. While the local food scene in Penang is undeniably hot, we think variety is the spice of life and are overjoyed to see a kitchen s…
Penang Speakeasy – Archipelago George Town Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Han Sen Hau It’s been a trip of revisiting favourites in George Town, so, of course, Archipelago, a Penang speakeasy, is on the list. The charming hidden bar at the back of an an…
E&O Penang – Luxury Colonial Hotel, Eastern & Oriental Georgetown Words: Monica TindallPhotos: Han Sen Hau In a world of fleeting trends and ever-shifting skylines, there’s comfort in knowing that some standards never go out of fashion. We fir…
Traditional English Afternoon Tea E&O Penang Words: Monica TindallPhotos: Han Sen Hau When you want to dress up and feel a little fancy, the Traditional English Afternoon Tea at the E&O Penang is an excellent option. Served in the elegant Palm Court of th…
GastroMonth 2023 – Kuala Lumpur & Penang Calling all food enthusiasts and gastronomes! FunNow Malaysia has announced GastroMonth Kuala Lumpur and Penang 2023. From June 1st to June 30th, over 40 renowned establishments featured in the MICHELIN Gui…
Magazine 63 Penang Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall One of Georgetown’s most established and loved cocktail bars, Magazine 63 is still one of the best places for laid back cocktail coolness in the foodie haven of Penang. For lovers of martial arts ci…
Beso Rosado Penang Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall Entering Georgetown’s Beso Rosado, it becomes clear that this is not your average Penang foodie venture. With an entrance adorned with punk-styled graffiti sprayed over gilt mirrors and glitzy …
Fine Dining Penang – Blanc Words: Alison ChristPhotos: Monica Tindall Macalister Mansion is a boutique hotel offering some of the finest services I have had in Malaysia. That service extends to their beautiful fine dining restaurant, Blanc, at which we e…