penang

penang, especially georgetown, is really quite something.

i’m not sure if my being singaporean adds to the charm, especially because there’s a lot here that is what i imagine singapore would have been like in the 60s. think old barber and hairdressing salons, areas dedicated to a particular type of craft, street markets, lots of roadside stalls with good food. add onto that beautiful old shophouses in a multitude of hues and ages– a photographer’s wet dream.

just remember though, singapore is a lot smaller than penang, so it would be helpful to hire a vehicle while you’re there!

check out:
to see
all the old guild associations around town and the beautiful old shophouses
jalan chowrasta- the market here is in full swing every morning

to eat
bon ton cafe, lorong stewart: amazing carrot cake
amelie’s cafe, lebuh armenian: cozy cafe, bread, drinks
gurney drive: most things hit the spot!
lebuh keng kwee: chendol and asam laksa. mmm.
winter warmers, gurney plaza: lavender milk tea
young heart restaurant, jln cantonment: healthy food, delicious dumplings and noodles