Madam Priya's House of Curries @ Georgetown, Penang.

Known for hearty curries and comforting South Indian classics, Madam Priya’s House of Curries has opened a new branch in George Town, right along Beach Street. Originally from Butterworth, this spot brings signature dishes like Banana Leaf rice, biryani, and a variety of flatbreads to the heart of Penang. A good spot to stop by for comfort food after exploring Little India’s bustling Market Street. It is notable that the restaurant is air-conditioned and offers comfortable dining space. 

JHOL Coastal Indian Cuisine @ Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok, Thailand.

While Bangkok (capital city of Thailand) may not be the first destination that comes to mind for Indian cuisine, JHOL stands out as a Michelin-mentioned gem, bringing the vibrant flavors of coastal India to the heart of the city. Specializing in authentic coastal Indian delights, this exceptional restaurant offers a medley of fresh seafood, meat, aromatic spices and traditional recipes that instantly transport diners to the shores of India's diverse coastal regions. The 11-course Tasting Menu (THB1,999/or 14-course with optional supplement to the tasting menu) is perfect for those seeking a culinary adventure or looking forward to experiencing the highlights of the coastal Indian delights. JHOL is located on Sukhumvit Road and it is just 8-min walk away from BTS Asok. 

Many Thanks to JHOL for hosting us.

Reuben's Restaurant and Bar @ Ativo Plaza, Bandar Sri Damansara, Kuala Lumpur.

A friendly neighborhood restaurant at the Bandar Sri Damansara area, Reuben's Restaurant and Bar is a fairly new restaurant (opened in mid 2023) but has garnered an appreciate following. The menu features an array of playful but carefully crafted dishes with a mix of South East Asian flavors (like Malaysian, Cambodian, Balinese etc). Dishes are reasonably priced at Reuben's, Cocktail lovers would be delighted to know that the restaurant churns out specialty drinks and Cocktails too (many are priced below Rm 30). The restaurant can be found at Ativo Plaza Bandar Sri Damansara, at the end of one corner... next to Hero Market. 

Many Thanks to Reuben's Restaurant and Bar for hosting us.

Havana Kitchen @ Gurney Walk, Penang.

Adding more flavors to the latest lifestyle mall in Penang- Gurney Walk as the mall welcomes a new F&B tenant: Havana Kitchen which specializes in dishing out South Indian delights. Expect to see heavy-spices on the menu with regional delights from Kerala, Tamilnadu, Chettinad, Andhra and Karnataka etc. When it comes to South Indian cuisine, one should expect heavy spicy kick and bold chili heat; Havana Kitchen seeks to bring authentic South Indian flavors to Penang. There are many uncommon South Indian delights (to Penang) on the menu which fans of Indian food would not want to miss. It is noteworthy that Havana Kitchen has a no preservative, no food coloring policy. Find Havana Kitchen on the 1st floor of Gurney Walk, right above The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.

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Rockafellers Straits Quay By The Olive Tree Group Opens @ Straits Quay, Penang.

As part of The Olive Tree Group's business expansion plan, Rockafellers Straits Quay marks the opening of the 20th F&B outlet under the group. For the uninitiated, The Olive Tree Group specializes in the development of quality al-fresco dining and has been operating in Malaysia for the past 19 years; the group has presence in Kuala Lumpur, Johor, Malacca, Genting Highlands and of course, Penang. Rockafellers Straits Quay is the group's second F&B outlet in Penang (apart from Olive Kitchen + Bar at Upper Penang Road). Not to be confused by a similar name at Chulia Street, Rockafellers Straits Quay offers Northern Indian, British and Irish cuisine with a modern twist, as well as some delicious Cocktails and drinks while allowing diners to immerse in the beauty of sea (and yacht). 

Many Thanks to The Olive Tree Group for hosting us that afternoon.

Flvour @ Alma, Bukit Mertajam, Penang.

With a slightly catchy name of "Flvour", the newly opened restaurant boasts an eccentric menu with a dazzling interpretations traditional Asian flavors (particularly Indian cuisine), where they tweaked and fused everything to create something new. Step in the restaurant and you will be amazed by its easy, casual atmosphere; Gin-lovers would be glad to know that Flvour has a great variety of Gins (more than 25 types of Gins available)... with collections from all over the world. Both the food and beverage menu are big, with a wide options of mains and bar bites selection as well delicious Cocktails and Gins. 

Many Thanks to Flvour for hosting us that evening.

Mayura Kitchen @ China Street, Georgetown, Penang.

The exterior of this place suggests little about the place- it does not have colorful entrance like any other Indian restaurants; the newly opened Mayura Kitchen at China Street has a simple, minimalist entrance. Step in the place and you will find yourself in a sophisticatedly decorated space- with simple but tidy tables and chairs. Mayura offers an Indian-fusion menu, while it is still heavy on Indian elements, there are some non-Indian dishes like Char Hor Fun, Hokkien Char, Fish and Chips etc. As confusing as it seems, the non-Indian dishes are only available for dinners. The lunch menu only features Rice dishes with curries (Briyani, Banana Leaf etc). The place has a surprisingly cozy-clean atmosphere and the prices are unbelievably affordable, definitely worth checking out if you are up for some Indian food. 

Sardaarji- Flavors of Punjab @ China Street, Georgetown, Penang.

While there is no shortage of Indian restaurants in Penang, it is quite rare to find a restaurant specializing North Indian cuisine... particularly serving authentic Punjabi dishes. It can be quite hard to differentiate what belongs to the North and what belongs to the South but Sardaarji offers a well-polished take on North Indian delights... beyond the commonly seen Indian dishes. Found at one corner of the Little India in Penang, the restaurant is fairly new (only a couple month old) in the F&B scene and it can be easily missed. Except for the banner, the exterior barely suggests that the place serves Indian food but the big menu features quite an extensive selection of dishes- from appetizers to flat breads, Briyani, and various types of Curries. While it can be overwhelming to choose from the menu, you may check with the friendly servers on their specialties (we did and were introduced with various types of dishes). Interesting take on North Indian cuisine in a modern, trendy setting.

GEM Indian Cuisine @ Bishop Street, Georgetown, Penang.

GEM Indian Cuisine along Bishop Street is an old establishment that specializes in serving authentic Indian food, the place is known to serve some of the best Curries in Penang. Found at the corner lot of Bishop Street and Light Street, the restaurant is often patrionized by regular patrons and Curry lovers. What makes this place unique is the thick, rich and flavorful Curries; said to be cooked from authentic Indian recipes with real spices. The interior decor is minimalist adorned with some Indian knick-knacks; classy and comfortable setting, delicious Indian delights... one of the best spots to get some real Indian food.

Veggielicious Cafe @ Bishop Street, Georgetown, Penang.

Vegetarian food is not about boring mountains of leafy greens, for some uncommon Northern Indian vegetarian delights, make your way to Veggielicious Cafe at Bishop Street. The curious vegetarian cafe has been running for quite some time... the cafe menu focuses on Northern Indian food with a mix of Western vegetarian dishes. There are not much choices for Indian food (just a set of Chapati or Briyani) but the western options cover burgers and pasta dishes. Good quality of food, generous serving and affordable prices, one of the restaurants that you should put on your watch list if you are up for a vegetarian meal.

Official Opening of Queens Hall @ Queensbay Mall, Penang.

20 April 2015 marked the official opening of Queens Hall, Queensbay Mall's in-house food court. The 17,500 square feet food court expects to seat approximately 500 guests and features plethora of local Penang delicacies. The food court was previously closed for 7 months and finally reopened its doors to the public in April 2015. Queens Hall is conceptualized and refurbished to exude the characters of Georgetown heritage, as well as to promote the local food that makes Penangites proud. Tasty highlights to note are Penang Teo Chew Cendol, Char Koay Teow, Hokkien Mee, Wanton Mee, traditional desserts or even Mak Ee's pastry puffs! The interior decoration of the food court should not be forsaken too, it was carefully designed in a way to match make the theme- "something new of something old".

Many Thanks to Queensbay Mall for hosting us that evening. 

Indies Asian Fusion @ Tanjung Tokong, Penang.

The now defunct Hot Wok Nyonya Restaurant has turned into Indies Restaurant, business is brisk at the 24-hour Indian-Fusion restaurant and we are not surprised at all. Why? Ample parking space, wallet-pleasing price tags, air-conditioned dining hall, drive-through service and a wide variety of dishes to choose from; though service was a lackluster on our visit, we still see this place as a great place for breakfast, lunch, dinner or even light supper. Indies Asian Fusion is right next to Starbucks Drive-Thru at Tanjung Tokong. 

A Unique Experience with 'Withlocals" @ You Le Yuen (柚乐园), Love Lane, Georgetown, Penang.

Wish to have a different experience on the locals' cultures on your trip apart from the usual sight-seeing? It is not impossible with Withlocals. Withlocals is a great platform for travelers to experience the culture and lifestyle of a place. The online market space strives to connect travelers and locals through food and experiences; learning disparate cultures on unfamiliar place has never been that easy. Not only do travelers get to pick their preferred time, date, hosts and activities but they can customize their experiences according to their own preferences. Privacy is assured as most "Eats", "Tours" and "Activities" are customized to your needs which offer greater flexibility and a superior experience to your travel. For more information about Withlocals, kindly visit their website.

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6-in-1 International Buffet with Chef Seth @ Spice Market Cafe, Shangri-la's Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang.

Have a taste of India at Spice Market Cafe, Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa Penang as the restaurant invites award-winning Chef- Chef Seth Shantanu (from Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu) as their guest chef to present a series of his signature dishes in their 6-in-1 buffet promotion; together with the dedicated local culinary team here in Penang which shares a common passion- to serve the best dishes to diners.

Wait, there's more! Spice Market Cafe continues to surprise its diners with its unbeatable prices for their buffet spread. While the P60 promotion continues for every Monday and Tuesday (for more information, please hop over to here), the restaurant rolls out a new promotion- P70 for every Wednesday and P80 for every Thursday. It works the same way, in which diners get to enjoy a 30% discount for the restaurant's International Buffet on every Wednesday and 20% discount on every Thursday.

Many Thanks to Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa for extending the invitation. 

Prices for the buffets are as follows:

International Buffet Dinner: Sunday to Thursday

From 6:30pm to 10:30pm.

Rm 128++ (Adult), Rm 64++ (Child)
P60 on Mondays & Tuesdays
P70 on Wednesdays
P80 on Thursdays

Seafood Theme Buffet: Friday and Saturday
From 6:30pm to 10:30pm
Rm 148++ (Adult), Rm 74++ (Child)

For inquiries or reservations, kindly contact Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa at +604- 888 8888.

Chef Seth Shantanu

International Cuisine/ Moon Cake-Review @ Eastin Hotel Penang.

The long-awaited Mid Autumn Festival is just around the corner, with less than 3 weeks, Moon Cake enthusiasts should be able to get themselves some nice Moon Cakes easily at any shopping malls in Penang. With that, Eastin Hotel Penang is proud to offer Penangites with more choices of their very own brand of Moon Cakes. 

One Malaysia Themed Buffet Dinner @ Berjaya Hotel, Penang.

Yes, Ken is following the "1 Malaysia" concept, Berjaya Hotel Penang that is located right beside Midlands. Berjaya Hotel is well known for offering one of the cheapest and most affordable buffet in town. Saturdays' theme was "1 Malaysia" which obviously promoting all the exquisite food from all three main races. The buffet is priced at Rm40++ for adults and Rm24++ for senior citizens (above 55 years old) and children. Not only as such, they are having this promotion, where by a kid can dine in for free for every two paying adults. There will be live band performances and a cup of complimentary fruit juice given to every single guest of theirs too. Frankly speaking, the choices were pretty limited. The service provided by their highly motivated staff was very impressive. 

Passion of Kerala @ New World Park, Penang

My parents were out for wedding dinner so i had dinner with my gugu.....had no idea on wat should i eat for dinner so i went to new world park and take a look.....intended to shoot some photos in 'shang hai ding'--a restaurant famous of shang hai cuisine...but donno since when they wined up...=(.....so just walked around and see wats interesting there and ended up this restaurant.....they are actually serving indian cuisine (more to so called nasi kandar)......

First up first....u'll be served this kind of crackers....its so aromatic but at the same time .....quite salty as well....works well with a jar of beer XP

Then they will place a layer of banana leaf in front of u and start scooping rice.....followed by those small little vege dishes just like the pic above....this is a compulsory order thingy...its included in the rice set ( rm5.50)....and u can add on some side dish that u like =)....my orders will be as follows :

Fried bitter gourd (rm3.50)....was so crunchy and fragrant....esp the flour used....u can taste the strong flavour of the spices used in it.....conclusion for this dish :cheap and nice XD

Fried squid (rm6).....i don taste any spices in these squid...the texture of the squid was soft and the outer layer (the batter) was damn crunchy.......a very nice 1....

Vege massala (rm5)....the vege was quite fresh and crunchy...not like they stew it until the texture like shit =P.....1 of my fav dish on the table tonight

Chicken massala.....a bit salty for me...and the chicken is so hard to chew....anyway...overall its still ok....and u'll be served 3 diff kinds of curry for ur rice.....with 3 diff colours of coz...yellow , orange and red.....very interesting meal ....=D

These are the curry for ur rice (free of charge)....i felt the yellow 1 is horrible....but the red 1 is nice , spicy though....andrew might like some of the red curry XD

Massala tea (rm2.50)....his is the most special thing of the night and i felt that this is a MUST TRY in ur life....so special...its actually teh tarik but cooked with SPICES b4....so smooth and aromatic....imagine a teh tarik that full of the fragrant of spices....XD

Its quite easily spotted as the whole restaurant was in green....few slots away from the BBQ chicken restaurant....bill total up rm38.30 for 2 person....a 5% service charge will be charged...no govt tax...try it out folks...its worth of trying...=D