Tiger Tales

Penang

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September 2011

• INSIDER TIP

  Nine Emperor Gods Festival

  The Nine Emperor Gods Festival takes place at Penang’s Taoist temples from 27 September to 5 October. It’s believed the spirits of the nine gods return to Earth during this time, an occasion that’s marked with activities like fi rewalking and a gala parade.

• SHOP TALK

  Entrepôt

  Entrepôt at Hotel Penaga sells unique gifts from the region along with designer interior goods.

• CHEAP EATS

  Café Heng Huat

  Char kway teow (fried noodles, chilli paste, prawns and cockles) is an iconic Penang dish. It’s widely available at restaurants around town but visit the hawker stall in front of Café Heng Huat to sample one of the tastiest versions.

• TOP TABLES

  Delicious

  Delicious serves Malaysian, Asian and Western comfort food in a stylish locale with sea views. This Straits Quay outlet is part of a growing lifestyle destination.

• AT YOUR LEISURE

  Gallery 29

  Gallery 29 adjoins China Tiger, which is available for homestays, and is the outlet for the creations of Malaysian artist Rebecca Duckett and others.

• LATE & LIVELY

  Finnegan’s

  The Irish are said to love a good time and Finnegan’s pub is as Irish as they come. Enjoy draught Guinness, Kilkenny and other local and international beers along with pub grub, music and frequent promotions.

• OVERNIGHT

  MoonTree 47

  MoonTree 47 is all about flashpacker chic. It’s home to six rooms, three with airconditioning and attached bathrooms. Below is a smart ca fé and gallery