Our visit to Penang was like an episode of Anthony Bourdain’s show “The Layover”. It was a 48 hour marathon of eating street food, various cafe’s and restaurants.
The food in Georgetown, Penang is legendary – Southeast Asia’s finest where a mix of cultures have contributed to their culinary melting pot. Chinatown, Little India, hawker stalls and food courts – the multitude of choices for eating in Georgetown is delightfully overwhelming. Here are samples of the different flavours we were able to enjoy during our short stay.
Dinner at Gurney Drive
The Red Garden is an excellent place to find lok-lok, assam laksa, rojak, and other classics as well as Thai, sushi, and even Filipino food.
Various street food – Satay Skewers
Beef Noodle Soup
Special Mee Goreng with hot sauce
Kerabu Pie Tee (pork, shrimp & veggies)
Mixed salad and Chicken Samosa
Nyonya Laksa Lemak
Nasi Goreng with Chicken Satay & Fried Egg
Deep Fried Banana & Vanilla Ice Cream
Barbecue Pork with Soft Bun
Cher Chai vegetables
Organic Roast Pork
Green Tea Creme Brulé
Gurney Drive: The coastal esplanade along Persiaran Gurney just north of Georgetown is perhaps the most famous scene for street food in Southeast Asia.
Variety of skewered treats
Chulia Street noodle cart
Drive thru – Penang style!