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Soul Kitchen, Penang food, Lebuh Muntri, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, Asia travel

Soul Kitchen

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The Italian-inspired menu and Midcentury Modern–esque surrounds at Soul Kitchen set the place apart on Peranakan-mansion-heavy Muntri Street.

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Cassis, Penang restaurant, Penang fine dining, chef Beh Weng Chia, Pulau Tikus, Asia travel

Cassis

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Cassis, in bustling Pulau Tikus, is one of Penang’s few dining spots combining an upscale environment with truly world-class cuisine.

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Sri Malaya, Ocean Teh, Penang food, George town, Chulia Street, Malaysia, Asia travel

Sri Malaya

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Just off busy Chulia Street, Sri Malaya has gold-yellow walls trimmed in white, contemporary dark-timber furniture, terra-cotta-tile floors and a cozy inner courtyard.

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Sesame & soy

Sesame & Soy

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The uber-contemporary G Hotel sports two Chinese dining venues under one banner - the dinner-only Sesame centers on upscale fine dining, while the more casual Soy serves up tempting and affordable dishes.

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Deluxcious

Deluxcious Cuisine & Cafe

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Located in a two-story 1920’s colonial mansion with chic Balinese interiors this wellness and dining center serves up tantalizing, healthy culinary offerings. The mouth-watering creations are the work of award-winning chef Keith Khoo.

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1885

The 1885

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This restaurant at the E&O harks back to the town’s colonial past - candlelight, starched linens, silver service, and extremely attentive staff evoke an ambiance that would have made Somerset Maugham or Noel Coward feel at home.

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David Brown

David Browns Restaurant and Tea House

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Nestled in a resplendent garden atop Penang Hill, David Browns Restaurant & Tea House is housed in a colonial-style villa crammed with antiques.
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