We love hosting, we LOVE that people Love our island. But just some comments and actions may rub us the wrong way. Don’t get me wrong, we know we are not perfect, I have a long long list of how arrogant us locals can be to each other, but this, this your list. Hopefully these…
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It’s really a Restaurant Review : When Fusion is in your DNA : Baba Nyonya culture is like a tropical Narnia on steroids
The Baba Nyonya culture belongs to a very interesting group of people, their DNA is so colourful and vibrant. They usually come from a line of estbalished well-to-do families, they carry themselves as amabssadors of thier own blood line and heritage. They are wanderlusters by nature, absorbing all they come across and adopting the best…
George town festival highlights: Before they pass away by photo journalist Jimmy Nelson.
Before they pass away. An amazing and captivating exhibition by photo journalist Jimmy Nelson. He has taken stylised portraits of indigenous tribes around the world to raise awareness of their cultures. Venue: Bangunan UAB. 21-35 Gat lebuh China, Penang. Opening hours: 11am – 6pm Until: 27 August 2017 For more info visit www.GeorgeTownFestival.com For more info…
Suara Asean marks the start of George town festival 2017
Penang Local has been busy reviewing events from the opening weekend of George town festival. The sensational Suara asean last night marked the start of the annual month long George town festival. It’s a show that gives tribute to South East Asian voices and celebrates our traditions and culture. The line up includes: The Penang…
Restaurant Review : Two Buns says Be Honest or you can Kiss My Burger
Burgers are very personal. Very Personal. There are days you NEED a Burger. Like you need a friend. An honest to good FRIEND to chomp and hack the day away. And when you NEED a burger its when you are really really hungry. Two Buns is on Lebuh Carnarvon (Carnarvon Street) . Both sides of the…
George town festival 2017: Opening weekend. Chorus by Ray Lee.
Chorus by award winning British artist and composer, Ray Lee has installed Monumental kinetic sculptures that move and emit sounds, creating harmonious yet hypnotic music. Venue: Dewan Sri Penang. Dates: 28/29 July 8pm-830pm. 5/6 Aug 7.30pm-8pm.
George town festival opening weekend
It’s George town festival already?!?! Paintings from the sea. An art exhibition by Italian artist Elena Merlino at Studio Howard. The artist’s love for travel and exploration is the inspiration behind the art collection. She paints on old nautical charts and found objects like driftwood and tree bark The Exhibition opens tomorrow 29 July and…
Penang found items #1
One man’s rubbish is another man’s treasure. We found these upcycled dustpans made from oil cans up on rest stop 5 Penang Hill. We love them. What do you think?
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