The Penang amazing food experience (Private tour 5 hours)

Start Point

Penang Island Hotels

End Point

The Penang amazing food experience

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0 days & 0 nights

Price Per Person

MYR 170.00 Twin/MYR 0.00 Single


Tour Description

Penang's food culture is renowned worldwide, and exploring its local markets and unique culinary experiences is a must. Here's some information about Penang's food culture, local market visits, Wonderfood Museum, Tau Sar Pheah bakery stops, and the iconic Roti Canai & Teh Tarik, Exploring Penang's vibrant food culture, visiting local markets, immersing in culinary museums, and indulging in traditional treats like Tau Sar Pheah and Roti Canai & Teh Tarik promise unforgettable gastronomic experiences that showcase the city's rich culinary heritage.Malaysia currency is MYR = Malaysian Ringgit  /  Transfers are possible from 1 person to a group of 50 person  /  For more information please contact our concierge team at concierge@above-5.com or for bookings please contact

Tourcode PE04

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Penang's food culture is renowned worldwide, and exploring its local markets and unique culinary experiences is a must. Here's some information about Penang's food culture, local market visits, Wonderfood Museum, Tau Sar Pheah bakery stops, and the iconic Roti Canai & Teh Tarik:

Penang Food Culture:

Diverse Cuisine:

  • Penang's food culture is a melting pot of various culinary influences, including Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Peranakan cuisines.
  • The city is famous for its street food, hawker centers, and diverse array of dishes, ranging from savory to sweet.

Signature Dishes:

  • Penang is known for its iconic dishes such as Char Kway Teow, Assam Laksa, Nasi Kandar, Hokkien Mee, and Penang Rojak, among others.
  • These dishes reflect the city's multicultural heritage and are often prepared using traditional recipes passed down through generations.

Street Food Culture:

  • Penang's bustling streets come alive with food stalls and hawker centers, offering an endless variety of culinary delights.
  • Visitors can explore famous food streets such as Gurney Drive, New Lane Hawker Center, and Penang Road, sampling dishes from different vendors.

Local Market Visits:

Vibrant Markets:

  • Penang's local markets, such as Chowrasta Market and Pasar Air Itam, offer a glimpse into daily life and provide opportunities to discover fresh produce, spices, and local delicacies.
  • Visitors can browse through stalls selling fruits, vegetables, meats, seafood, spices, and snacks, soaking in the sights, sounds, and smells of the market.

Cultural Experience:

  • Local market visits offer immersive cultural experiences, allowing visitors to interact with vendors, observe traditional cooking methods, and learn about local ingredients and cooking techniques.

Wonderfood Museum:

Interactive Experience:

  • The Wonderfood Museum in Penang is a unique attraction that celebrates Malaysia's culinary heritage through larger-than-life food replicas and interactive exhibits.
  • Visitors can explore various themed galleries showcasing Malaysian dishes, street food, and culinary traditions, posing with oversized food replicas for memorable photo opportunities.

Educational:

  • The museum offers educational insights into Malaysia's diverse food culture, highlighting regional specialties, cooking methods, and cultural significance.

Tau Sar Pheah Bakery Stop:

Traditional Treats:

  • Tau Sar Pheah is a popular traditional pastry in Penang, consisting of flaky pastry filled with sweet or savory fillings such as mung bean paste or pork floss.
  • Visitors can stop by local bakeries such as Ghee Hiang or Him Heang to sample freshly baked Tau Sar Pheah and other traditional pastries.

Roti Canai & Teh Tarik:

Iconic Combo:

  • Roti Canai, a type of Indian-influenced flatbread, and Teh Tarik, a frothy pulled tea, are iconic staples of Malaysian breakfast and tea time.
  • Visitors can enjoy Roti Canai served with flavorful curry dips and Teh Tarik at local mamak stalls or Indian restaurants across Penang.

Exploring Penang's vibrant food culture, visiting local markets, immersing in culinary museums, and indulging in traditional treats like Tau Sar Pheah and Roti Canai & Teh Tarik promise unforgettable gastronomic experiences that showcase the city's rich culinary heritage.

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For more information please contact our concierge team at concierge@above-5.com or for bookings please contact reservation@above-5.com

What is included <> What is excluded

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What is included

  • Penang Food Culture
  • Local Market Visits
  • Wonderfood Museum
  • Tau Sar Pheah Bakery Stop
  • Roti Canai & Teh Tarik
  • Includes of Wonderfood Museum entrance fees

What is excluded

  • Gratuities ( are optional )

 

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Good to know before you go ???

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Malaysia currency is MYR = Malaysian Ringgit

Average temperage daily is always around 30 degrees celsius

Umbrella in Malaysia is not olly used for rain but also for the sun

For excursions always bring along your sun creme or sun protector

For excursions always bring extra drinking water

Easy walking shoes

 

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PRICE per person

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Daily Departure* |  Duration: 5 hrs  |  Starting Time: 0900hrs 

2 - 3   Person : 285 RM  approximately Euro 60.00

4 - 8   Person : 215 RM  approximately Euro 45.00

9 - 15 Person : 170 RM  approximately Euro 35.00

NOTE : Transfers from 16 passengers and above to a maximum of 50 passengers per group on reqeust basis

Tourcode PE04

Description

 

For more information please contact our concierge team at concierge@above-5.com or for bookings please contact reservation@above-5.com