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The Blue Mansion Penang Monica Tindall You may have reckoned by now that I’m a cautious person and not particularly comfortable in crowds post-pandemic. Since the announcement was made that we could cross the borders, my stays have been in private pool villas and …
Eastern & Oriental Hotel Penang Monica Tindall As history continues taking its twists and turns, one thing has remained constant on the island of Penang; the reputation of the Eastern & Oriental Hotel. Established in 1889 by the Sarkie’s Brothers, the p…
Afternoon Tea Eastern & Oriental Hotel Penang Monica Tindall Afternoon Tea at the Eastern & Oriental Hotel Penang has been a must-do for as long as I can remember. With recent renovations replacing the former location of 1885, with the newly established …
Farquhar’s Bar Monica Tindall The recent renovations of the Heritage Wing at the Eastern & Oriental Hotel in Penang have also brought about a revamp of Farquhar’s Bar. Transformed from an old-school pub to a stylish cocktail bar (and losing that nasty Penang …
Kevin Ng The Yum List chats with Kevin Ng about his new role as head chef of Gén Communal Table in Penang and some of his perceptions about the current food scene. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I am the head chef at […]
Big Blue Holidays Monica Tindall Oh boy, I do love to travel, but it can be exhausting doing all of the planning. I refuse to partake in group tours but at the same time like to have a local “in” on where to stay and what to eat and do. […]
Norm Café Georgetown Monica Tindall As are many of the most interesting things in Penang, Norm Café is hidden away. In what used to be a steel warehouse, tucked into Lebuh Carnarvon, this charming café, bright and cheery during the day, has a different identity at n…
88 Armenian Penang Monica Tindall Heritage and comfort are found in 88 Armenian, a luxury boutique hotel in Georgetown, Penang. Honouring the past while making the most of modern-day conveniences, this property is the perfect mix of history and luxury. 88 Armen…
Copper Bar & Restaurant Monica Tindall Penang continues to up the game with yet another restaurant and bar set to leave its mark on gourmet registers; Copper Bar & Restaurant. This newly opened dining and drinking cove sports a sophisticated setting, co…
Macalister Mansion Penang Monica Tindall There’s no doubt that Penang is filled with beautiful boutique hotels, each with their own character and charm. With so much choice, you could easily stay in a different property on every visit. We have a special fo…
Gen Georgetown – Pushing the Boundaries of Penang Cuisine Monica Tindall Exciting things are happening in the culinary scene in Penang! Just one of many is the relocation of Gen in Georgetown, a restaurant serving contemporary Malaysian cuisine, from Le…
Mish Mash Penang Monica Tindall In their own words, Mish Mash Penang, “… dedicates itself to the art of fine drinking. Serving craft cocktails, artisanal spirits and more than 80 different varieties of whiskies sourced from different parts of the globe.&…