All posts tagged "Penang"
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0TravelThe Chinese community in Penang: so much more than char kuey teow
From the soaring pagoda at Malaysia’s largest Buddhist temple to a small but celebrated food stall dishing out Penang’s most famous noodles,...
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0Culture & ReligionGong Xi Fa Cai: Where to welcome The Year of the Fire Rooster in Penang
In 2017 Chinese New Year begins on 28 January but many celebrations actually start on the eve of it – the night...
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0Culture & ReligionLearning about China’s Gate of Heroes in Penang
PENDFAS (Penang Decorative and Fine Arts Society) is now here – the first group in Asia
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0Culture & Religion13 walking tours and heritage trails around Malaysia for active explorers
The best way to get to know a city is to step out into the streets and start walking. Take your time; check...
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0TravelA place in Malaysia you’ve probably never heard of: Pulau Aman
As part of a series of features on the unsung heroes of Malaysia’s countryside and rural towns, called ‘A place in Malaysia you’ve...
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0Community6 networks and resources for new expats in Penang
Whether you’ve just arrived on the island, are merely passing through, or are an experienced habitué, there are always emerging networks and...
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01EntertainmentA walk through Art and Garden in Penang
Frances Wilks visits the otherworldly “Art and Garden” where ordinariness is turned on its head and encounters its creator, Fuan Wong.
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026Food & Drink7 places in Penang for midnight munchies
Let’s all be honest: in spite of our valiant efforts to avoid or graciously decline supper invitations, we’ve all fallen short every...
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0EntertainmentOctober 2016 events: Beer festivals, ancient arts, running, and more
This month will be one of celebrations, specifically celebrating booze and culture.
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0Culture & ReligionUrban Imagination: Penang’s street art
Mike Gibby’s new book “Street Art Penang Style” chronicles the explosion of street art on the island in the last decade.
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0Culture & ReligionWhat to do in Penang on Malaysia Day
Malaysia’s National Day festivities were just over, and in a week’s time, we will be celebrating Malaysia Day; which happens to fall...
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0Food & Drink8 places for delectable desserts in Penang
Melissa Cheah is about to unpack the best places to have dessert on the island that might create an insatiable craving for...
