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 FUN FACT
INSIDER TIP
For an education in just about everything related to the “King of Fruits”, visit the Bao Sheng Durian Farm in northwestern Penang. www.durian.com.my
SHOP TALK
Penang is famous for its batik, and visitors to the Penang Batik Factory can not only browse the store’s seemingly endless selection and buy some to take home, they can also see how these eye-catching textiles are made. Teluk Bahang, Tanjung Bungah, tel: +60 (0)4 885 1284
JAVA JOLT
A popular breakfast spot thanks to its famed Indian-style toast topped with peanut butter and crushed peanuts, Eng Loh Coffee Shop is equally renowned for its kopi-O. Still not full? Try the homemade Chinese red wine chicken egg noodle. 48 Church St, tel: +60 (0)4 261 5526
CHEAP EATS
A 50-year-old local institution, Line Clear Nasi Kandar dishes out what is arguably Penang’s tastiest version of the dish that originated here. Spicy, sizable and reasonably priced, Line Clear’s briyani rice is well worth the effort it takes to find the place, which is hidden away in an alley near Chulia St. 177 Penang Rd, tel: +60 (0)4 261 4440
TOP TABLES
Chinese fusion fine dining twin eateries Soy & Sesame at the G Hotel serve up superbly presented dishes like Sichuan duck and Shanghainese golden broth in a chic yet casual atmosphere. 168A Gurney Dr, tel: +60 (0)4 238 0000
AT YOUR LEIWURE
As Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist temple, Kek Lok Si Temple is the focal point of festivals staged by the Chinese community throughout the year and a not-to-be missed attraction on any visit to Penang. Air Itam
LATE & LIVELY
Situated on the water at the Church Street Pier, QEII The Waterfront Venue is a high-end restaurant and nightspot offering stunning 360-degree views of the Straits of Malacca. A place to see and be seen. Pengkalan Weld, tel: +60 (0)4 261 2126
OVERNIGHT
Flamingo Hotel is the latest addition to the line-up of inns along the beaches of Tanjung Bungah and Batu Ferringhi. Beautiful sea views and proximity to Gurney Plaza make it the ideal place to stay. Jln Tanjung Bungah, tel: +60 (0)3 892 7111, www..flamingo.com.my |
