Art Exhibition Review ; Boxed In (one foot at a time) at Hin Bus Depot runs til the 31st of Dec 2020 with Ivan, Curator for Life (Part 1)

This art exhibition review is long overdue. We have just a few days til the exhibition closes, and what a perfect way say goodbye to 2020. Let’s hope 2021 be a little more uplifting, a little less scary, a lot more smiles on faces and a cautious step out of the box, a foot at…

Art Exhibition Review and Q&As : Witnessing the Stillness in Sharon

I was pleased to witness Sharon’s very first solo exhibition. The invite came through text, with several bossy messages later informing me that the private launch was on the 25th September NOT the 24th. We , Penangites, don’t like to read, we’re usually too lazy to scroll to the bottom, the fine print is way…

Food Tours by Penang Local

The only way to get to know George Town, on Penang Island is to walk our streets and eat our local food along the way. We’ve brought along international chefs, food bloggers, wanderlusters and more types of hungry travellers on our special routes. I landed on this crazy loveable island almost 10 years ago while…

Wishing you love and light for Diwali

Wishing all our Hindu friends a happy Diwali. Love and light ❤️✨ Diwali also known as Deepavali and the “festival of lights“, is an ancient Hindu festivalcelebrated in autumn every year. The festival spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, good over evil, and hope over despair. The festival preparations and…

Where to Eat : Malay Food 101 At James’ Famous Nasi Campur

Facebook is a wonderful thing, we use it quiet a lot in Malaysia , especially in Penang. We get live feed on what people are eating, what restaurants are open, whats closed, whats good and what NOT to try. If it weren’t for my friend Jo  (Eccentric Fadlin on FB) , and his persistent postings, I…

For Vegetarians: How to make a quick and tasty mozzarella salad

Sometimes you could be bored and just feel like eating at home…This quick and simple yet healthy vegetarian salad could be a winner. Quick and easy mozzarella Salad Recipe: 1 packet of mozzarella Packet of tomatoes Purple basil leaf olive oil Balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper to taste   Inviting your friends is optional.  Happy…