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Art for the people George Town’s 04 Art for the people newest art space, Art Lane, was conceived for

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JOHOR'S CULINARY HERITAGE Art Lane brings people and art under one roof A Rendezvous with the finest From decades-old bakeries to Rendezvous with the finest ’s best chicken chop, 20 ’s cultural enclave— THE COVER around Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, Jalan Johor Bahru’s culinary Dhoby and Jalan Trus—has some heritage lives on at 24 Straits Quay Updates of the capital’s most authentic some of the capital’s local eats. oldest kopitiam

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On any given day, you can see a line There’s another queue for the art that of people at the start of Lebuh Armenia, many may not be aware of. As much as ART FOR waiting for their turn to pose for a photo the city encourages the growth of its art ARTISTS LOOKING TO LEAVE at the ‘Little Children on a Bicycle’ trail, there are limited walls available and THEIR MARK IN GEORGE THE PEOPLE installation-mural. It’s a self-regulated public murals must first get the approval system; there’s no one to monitor or of the George Town World Heritage TOWN THUS HAVE SEVERAL George Town’s direct the crowd but somehow, the line Incorporated (GTWHI). HURDLES TO OVERCOME. proceeds in an orderly manner. Such newest art space, is the draw of the infamous mural that Since January this year, a new regulation was first installed in 2012, for the George CLOCKWISE FROM FACING PAGE, TOP: states that they must also obtain permit Art Lane, was Town Festival, and has been defaced Colourful expressions brighten up the from the Penang Island City Council. conceived for passion and repainted a few times since. Where walls; Art Lane’s simple but informative Artists looking to leave their mark in something good awaits, people will signage; the entrance on the Lebuh George Town thus have several hurdles and preservation. muster enough patience to last the wait. Victoria side to overcome. Yet, the city is not short

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on painting space—albeit not all of it is renovation. Artists can bid for the space The previous tenant was a hardware outdoors or on the streets. and successful applicants can then company that used the space as a utilise those spaces as art galleries, even ALLOW ARTISTS TO GO IN warehouse. The buildings were left bare Narelle McMurtrie, long-time Penang if only on a short-term basis. AND PAINT ON THE WALLS and Narelle kept them that way, except resident and co-owner of House for a few tables and chairs, and a ping Café as well as Straits Collection Boutique Earlier this year, she made good on her AND PUT THOSE SPACES TO pong table. Instead, the walls take Hotel that are all housed in heritage idea. She secured two linked pre-war GOOD USE. centre stage as canvasses for murals buildings, had observed that there shophouses, exact replicas of China and graffiti. There are also a couple are many vacant lots among George House’s layout, just eight doors away and of installation pieces on site, by local Town’s old shophouses. Her idea was on the same row. Named Art Lane, it was artist Ono Kang. In the first room, at the THIS PAGE: Dila and Otong, travelling to allow artists to go in and paint on the conceived as a public art space and a Lebuh Pantai entrance, his Chae Chuan artists from Indonesia, created four walls and put those spaces to good use. community hang out, an alternative for Kui, Chae Yit Cheh (Above All Else, We murals at Art Lane; FACING PAGE: She cited Australia, where she’s from, artists seeking opportunities to express Must Learn To Control Our Breath) will Thomas Powell’s striking mural of a as an example: Local councils would their creativity and a point of interest for make you stop and ponder. Inspired by Chinese opera performer list building spaces that are awaiting art lovers.

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a time machine, it features a rotating artist” since his exhibition on the subject CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Chris Stone globe and reminds us that we decide at George Town Festival 2014. Australian painted this as an ode to Langkawi our future. Time is important but more textile designer Chris Stone, who has LASSie, an animal shelter; how many importantly, what do we do with the also exhibited in Penang, contributed a cats and dogs can you see?; every inch time that is given to us? pastel floral piece while Philip Hemnell’s of Art Lane’s walls is covered in art whimsical Rice Cookers bearing the In the next room, you can view two works phrase “Nasi Ada!” brightens up what by Indonesian street artist duo Fahla used to be the kitchen area. Fadhillah Lotan (Dila) and Bonar Diat Senan Putro (Otong), known collectively The walls are constantly changing as as thedeoMIXBLOOD. Dila’s Sweeter new art works find their way onto them. Than Candy is an ode to the 30 cats she Some may be painted over after some left behind in Yogyakarta. On the facing time, to make way for others. The art wall, Otong’s figurative piece features a may be transient but in Art Lane, George gigantic dog. Town’s built heritage has yet another chance to be preserved for posterity. Look for the ping pong table and you will also see one of the most striking murals at Art Lane, a floor-to-ceiling piece that depicts a Chinese opera performer resplendent in full costume. The artist, ART LANE UK-born Thomas Powell, has been living 127 Lebuh Pantai, George Town *Keen to have your art on Art Lane’s in Penang for a few years now and is Opens: 9am-7pm daily walls? Submit your proposal to popularly known as the “Chinese zodiac FB & IG: @artlanepenang [email protected]

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RESTORAN KIN HUA HIAP JOO BAKERY Soft-boiled kampung chicken eggs, Once you’re done with breakfast at kaya toast hot off the grill, economy Kin Hua, cross the road to this family-run fried beehoon, all accompanied by bakery, one of the Johor’s oldest and fragrant local coffee. When it comes best loved. Their main claim to fame is to variety, few outlets in the area can banana cake, which is soft and moist, beat this 55-year-old kopitiam and even and loved by all ages. It draws a long more impressively, every dish is done so line every day and is so popular, there’s well. The soft-boiled eggs are something a separate schedule for it: From 12pm of a signature, known for their perfect on Mondays, from 7.30am Tuesdays to consistency and intense yellow yolks. Saturdays, and from 8.30am on Sundays.

Come lunch hour, you can take your Their other bestsellers include traditional pick from dozens of lauk at the nasi breads such as red bean and coconut From decades-old padang stall—which serves nasi lemak buns. Everything is baked freshly on the SCRUMPTIOUS earlier in the day—and the owner will spot. While queueing, you can observe bakeries to Malaysia’s proudly tell you their version is the best the non-stop action taking place around best chicken chop, in town. Believe him; the fluffy creamy their wood fire oven and watch trolleys SOUTHERN rice is the perfect vessel to soak up fill up with baked beauties. Johor Bahru’s cultural curries and their fiery, pungent sambal that takes enjoyment up a notch. Other DELIGHTS enclave—around recommendations include mee rebus, oodles of yellow noodles swimming 13 Jalan Tan Hiok Nee Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, in a spice-rich sauce, and traditional Opens: 7.30am - 5.30pm daily Jalan Dhoby and delicacies including chee cheong fun and chwee kuih. Jalan Trus—has some

of the capital’s most 8 Jalan Trus authentic local eats. Opens: From 7am daily

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RESTORAN HUA MUI IT ROO CAFÉ SALAHUDDIN BAKERY HZ CAFE Another stalwart in the area and even IT Roo is often mentioned in the same Like a time capsule that’s heady with Two doors away, this unassuming café older than Kin Wah is this Hainanese breath as Hua Mui when it comes to the wafting smoke and aroma of wood helmed by Kak Zalizam focuses on restaurant that’s said to be the first in the Hainanese chicken chop, thanks to a fire, this institutional bakery has been simple southern-style Malay cuisine such city to serve chicken chop. That remains Best Chicken Chop award bestowed faithfully churning out crusty Benggali as nasi ayam rempah and laksa Johor. one of their most-ordered dishes at lunch. upon it by a local daily back in 2003. loaves and a smorgasbord of popular The latter is a must-try: al dente spaghetti What you get is a generous serving of Although it’s been 15 years since, local pastries since 1937. Everything is doused in a thick gravy that’s cooked chicken thigh that’s deboned, battered IT Roo’s reputation lingers among laid out in trays on the long counter, with from several types of fish, garnished with and fried to a satisfying crispiness served Johor travel and food guides (it’s also a wall of old photographs and framed onion slices, fresh vegetables and ulam with sides of potato wedges and garden proudly mentioned on their façade) newspaper clippings as its backdrop. It’s (herbs). A squeeze of fresh lime gives it peas in a brown gravy. There’s a version so it continues to attract droves of hard to pick a favourite and if you ask a tangy lift and when paired with Kak that comes with salted egg sauce. curious foodies. Here, you get a choice them, every item is a bestseller as they Zalizam’s powerful homemade sambal, between fried and grilled chicken chop have been serving a regular clientele for makes for a dish you won’t want to Their extensive menu also includes a and either mushroom or black pepper over eight decades now. If it’s your first stop eating. For afternoon tea, the variety of rice and noodles, as well gravy. Their chop is served with potato visit, start with the Benggali bread (which enterprising Johorean rolls out fried kuih as dishes to pair with steamed rice— wedges, coleslaw and a simple salad you can dip into curries or spread kaya- such as cekodok (banana fritter balls) all comfort food that’s easy on the of cucumber and tomato. You have butter over) and curry puffs, triangular and epok-epok (samosas). She also palate. What adds to the enjoyment is the option of adding two fried eggs for delights of flaky pastry generous stuffed offered us a tip about her neighbour: Hua Mui’s unapologetically retro décor a more substantial meal. Rice, noodles, with curry potatoes, onions and either Salahuddin Bakery starts baking around and fittings. Mosaic floor tiles lead to a Western soups and sandwiches, meat chicken, beef or lamb. 11pm every night; knock on the door rickety wooden staircase flanked by and vegetable dishes round up their and they’ll sell you piping hot, oven-fresh nostalgic pastel wall tiles, and a pulley offerings. buns. system delivers orders from the kitchen 26 Jalan Dhoby to the upper floor. Opens: 9.30am - 5.30pm 17 Jalan Dhoby 28 Jalan Dhoby 131 Jalan Trus Opens: 10am - 12am daily Opens: 11am - 11pm daily except Fridays Opens: 8.30am - 5.30pm daily (open in the evenings only)

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FRUUZE I 3A-G-22 SUBWAY I 3A-1-8 UNCLE ALBERT’S TRADITIONAL Icy treats that are actually beneficial The breads are baked freshly on site ENGLISH FISH & CHIPS I 3A-G-8 for you, especially your gut, sound too and you can pile on a variety of fresh Fish is not the only catch you can net good to be true but that’s what you vegetables. It’s no wonder Subway is so at this Malaysian branch of an Irish REAL FOOD I 3A-G-13D get at Fruuze. Their yogurt recipe was popular among gym-goers and those institution with outlets all over England Organic, vegetarian, wholesome and vegetables, including mushrooms and developed by an American engineer, who are counting their macros. There and Ireland; they serve all manners of EATING most of all, tasty, even non-vegetable beancurd, that are finely chopped by who was based in Malaysia, using are 15 varieties each of sandwiches, seafood as well as other meat. Portions lovers will find something to enjoy from hand. It takes three pairs of hands six ingredients imported from Italy to give it wraps and salads – including vegetarian are pretty generous and ideal for CLEAN AT Real Food’s extensive menu, which hours to prepare enough for 60 servings a smooth, creamy texture. options—and seasonal fillings that are sharing. offers more than 50 dishes. Established in (of eight dumplings each), and you can available for limited periods. , it was introduced to Malaysia practically taste the labour of their love Enjoy the dairy delight on its own— Their seafood is delivered every morning STRAITS QUAY by a young couple who describe in every mouthful. besides original and chocolate, there Their subs and salads are ideal for all-day so you are assured of utmost freshness. themselves as “passionate, stubborn are usually two other flavours available dining, and you can also get your day The Pan-Fried Sea Trout with garlic, people” who hold firmly to the adage For something more filling, try the Lentil and it changes every two weeks—or with off to a good start with items from their butter sauce, mashed potatoes and If you didn’t think it that we are what we eat. (Quinoa) Coquette Burger, featuring toppings. There are 24 options, including breakfast menu. Choose from four types cherry tomatoes is testament to that. a patty that combines lentils, roasted a variety of fresh and dehydrated fruits. of sandwiches, with fillings that include Crispy skin gives way to tender fish that’s was possible to stay Their bestselling Signature Sourdough walnuts, mushrooms, quinoa and Among the highlights is their homemade eggs, cheese, tuna and chicken slice. made even better with the butter sauce Pizza exemplifies that philosophy.oregano to satisfying effect. A vegan passionfruit sauce, a sticky syrup that’s and a squeeze of lemon. For variety and on a healthy diet The dough is fermented for 16 hours, tartar sauce completes it. just the right combination of sweet and Another popular feature among balance, the Seafood Kebab is ideal— when in Penang, kneaded by hand, and uses a tarty. You can also have the yogurt regulars is the variety of breads skewered fish, prawns, capsicums and biodynamic tomato sauce—considered Real Food not only wants to serve healthy served as a parfait or whipped into a available, providing a myriad of option. onions paired with a chilli dip. It usually check out these the “Porsche of health food”—as its base. and nutritionally-balanced food but also smoothie. comes with egg fried rice but you can The bold, appetising flavours and the share their knowledge on clean eating swap that for a salad. options. texture of the thin crust come together besides supporting small, local farms by Every bite feels like an indulgence yet beautifully. You won’t have problems sourcing fresh ingredients from them. you’re reaping so much health benefits Another must-try dish is Roast Chicken polishing off an entire pizza on your own, They also initiated a Farmer’s Market from it. We can’t ask for more! with homemade stuffing, roasted although you’d want to save room for that has become a regular feature at potatoes, peas, carrots and gravy. their Steamed Dumplings. Each parcel is Straits Quay, held every third Sunday of Classic and hearty, this is comfort food filled generously with a mixture of seven the month. at its best.

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E&O PROPERTY SHOWCASE E&O PROPERTY SHOWCASE

Sleek yachts, shiny super cars, CLOCKWISE FROM FACING PAGE, A RENDEZVOUS handsome classic cars, the best wines BOTTOM: A fleet of sports cars greeted and gastronomy to make any epicurean attendees at Straits Quay; sleek yatchs WITH THE shiver in delight, upscale properties, sea filled up the Marina; official opening of planes, priceless art … it was a whirlwind Rendezvous 2018 and vintage cars were four days of hedonistic pursuits when also among the highlights FINEST Rendezvous, one of the region’s top- billed event of its kind, landed in Penang Straits Quay Marina at the Straits Quay Marina. was a befitting venue Having made waves in Singapore and IT WAS A WHIRLWIND Phuket with stellar presentations of one- for Southeast Asia’s of-a-kind experiences by renowned FOUR DAYS OF most anticipated brands in luxury lifestyle, Rendezvous HEDONISTIC PURSUITS Penang had a lot to live up to and it did luxury lifestyle event. not disappoint.

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THROUGHOUT THE FOUR DAYS, STRAITS QUAY MARINA BUSTLED WITH NON-STOP EXCITEMENT

Held from 26-29 July 2018, the enthusiasts, watch collectors, car lovers, The event was punctuated by a Throughout the four days, Straits Quay extravaganza drew several thousand art aficionados, and business decision- number of highlights, including a pop- Marina bustled with non-stop excitement visitors eager for a taste of the finest. makers. Ferrari Owner’s Club members up by Martell called H.O.M.E. Guests that complemented the existing The first thing that caught the visitors’ were among the guests, and they were treated to special workshops and offerings at the adjacent Straits Quay, attention were the two sea planes and were feted to a Sunset Cocktail Party exclusive dining experiences based on Penang’s only waterfront shopping mall. 25 yachts docked at the marina. by Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Berhad, the theme “Be Curious”. Livening things THIS PAGE: Guests were entertained by who also revealed the full extent of the up further were musicians across several a variety of live events; FACING PAGE: The guest list read like the who’s who Seri Tanjung Pinang development widely genres—jazz, blues, funk and soul—as An overview of the Seri Tanjung Pinang of Penang’s social circle, including regarded as the biggest seafront project well as caricaturists and saxophonists. development property investors, yacht buyers, fashion in Penang.

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new tenants UPCOMING

NAMI SAFE I 3G-G-3A EVENTS If it’s precious, it should be protected and NAMI Safe’s Safe Store Auto (SSA) automated self-service system is just what you need. This next-generation safety locker service is high in demand and you’ll know why once you find out more. Check out their store today. JUNIOR KOLAM MAKING COMPETITION 27 OCTOBER 2018 2 3 4 Witness the colours of Deepavali K MARKET I 3H-G-1 come to life in the form of kolam, designed and created by young The largest Korean supermarket competitors. Sign your children up STRAITS QUAY COMMUNITY HARI RAYA CHILDREN’S in Penang has found its home at now, there are attractive prizes up for 1 2 TALENT SEARCH COLOURING CONTEST Straits Quay. K Market presents an array grabs. throwback 7,8,14,15 & 29 APRIL 2018 10 JUNE 2018 of Korean produce, ready-to-eat food and snacks for your enjoyment. Pure energy and impressive talent were The vibrancy and festivities of Hari Raya thrills on display in spades at this annual event. were captured beautifully in this popular There was a myriad performances— contest, which saw children of all bands, solo vocalist, instrumentalists, and races pitting their creativity to produce Exciting events that dancers—that wowed the audiences delightful artworks. and judges. RD RAFAEL DURO FITNESS I 3A-1-3 marked the second ALL-TIME FAVOURITE Rafael Duro is widely recognised for TRICK OR TREAT Quarter of 2018 his expertise in Personal Training as 28 OCTOBER 2018 MARKET STREET BAZAAR PENANG RENDEZVOUS well as Group Training classes, and his 3 4 30 JUNE - 1 JULY 2018 26-29 JULY 2018 commitment to develop and implement Have a “spooktacular’’ time at this innovative fitness techniques. Certified Halloween event, where you’ll be Inspired by night markets and adapted Straits Quay Retail Marina had the by the CREF (Brazil) - International joined by spooky mascots but it’s all to fit Straits Quay’s settings, this bustling honour of hosting the first ever Penang Recognized Physical Education License, in the name of fun! Games and prizes bazaar was heralded as a shopping Rendezvous 2018, a one-of-a-kind luxury Rafael graduated from FEFISA University await. haven with a huge variety of items lifestyle experience that took place over in Brazil and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in on sale. From accessories to apparel, four days. Stunning classic vehicles and Physical Education. Want to get into your antiques to home ware and food and super cars, luxurious boats and yachts, best shape? Sign up with his eponymous beverage, there was plenty to keep and fine watches were among the fitness centre. shoppers happy. attractive showcases.

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On the hunt for green treasures

Straits Green public park turned into a included quizzes on herbs and recycling, Young eco-warriors carnival ground of sorts on 31 March a compost bay, food garden, and ace the third Think 2018 when it became the venue for the making DIY planters. Think Green Treasure Hunt and its 145 Green Treasure Hunt participants. Comprising students aged All the students—from SK Tanjung 10-12 competing in teams of 10, the Tokong, SJK (T) Azad, SJK (C) Hun Bin and three-hour activity was the third edition SK Convent Pulau Tikus—were awarded organised by Eastern & Oriental Berhad a certificate of participation each. The (E&O) and facilitated by Consumer’ winning team received RM700 Popular Association of Penang. Shrieks of Bookstore cash vouchers while the laughter filled the air throughout as second and third teams walked away the students tried to outdo each other with RM500 and RM400 cash vouchers, at various games and stations, which respectively.

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Think Green welcomes new school

SK Convent Pulau Tikus became a part Consumers’ Association of Penang It was like a scene out of the best Raya Students from Tadis Ar-Rasyidin and Fourth food garden of E&O’s Think Green programme on (CAP), and was the fourth such set up greeting card: Malaysians, of various SK Tanjung Tokong, both part of the set up at SK Convent 1 June 2018 with the setting up of a under the Think Green programme. Celebrating races and all walks of life, clad in smart Think Green programme, entertained 1.5 sqm food garden at the school with baju Melayu or gorgeous baju kurung guests—who included Penang Pulau Tikus beds of green spinach, water spinach, Previously, three other schools had Raya in to celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri at Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Ahmad Vietnamese coriander, pandan, been fitted with the same and all Eastern & Oriental (E&O)’s Open House Zakiyuddin Abdul Rahman, deputy turmeric and ginger, among other herbs were very well received. The idea at Straits Green. Attendees were treated state secretary (development) and vegetables. behind a food garden is to encourage harmony to a spread of Malaysian dishes and Dr Mohamad Farazi Johari, deputy state students to understand better about presented with Raya packets containing secretary (management) Datuk Ghazali The food garden was initiated three urban gardening as they get hands-on peanut candies, as a form of blessing to Derahman, Balik Pulau member of months earlier in collaboration with experience in managing their own. Food, games and mark the end of the fasting month. parliament Bakhtiar Wan Chik, and Teluk Bahang assemblyman Zolkifly Md Lazim festivities at E&O’s —with traditional dance performances Open House and were greeted with thunderous applause.

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Think Green unearths young entrepreneurs BONDING Inculcating the OVER TEA AND entrepreneurial spirit. NATURE While SK Pulau Tikus welcomed its new teachers, parents and friends. Green Fun, leisure activities CHINESE TEA APPRECIATION WORKSHOP for them, there is a lot of pleasure to food garden, an earlier recipient showed spinach, water spinach and spring There’s something inherently assuring be derived from this ancient art form. that the feature can have far-reaching onions have proven to be among the provide opportunities and soothing about a cup of freshly- Besides the 101s of brewing a cup of tea, impacts. SMK Tanjong Bunga, which more popular produce so far, and the brewed tea, more so if said cuppa was participants also picked up tips on tea- was introduced to the programme in school has already made a profit from for residents of Avira prepared in a ceremonial way that’s drinking etiquette, proper use of drinking February this year, has incorporated an their early harvest. The money was used reflective of Chinese heritage and utensils, learnt about the many health entrepreneurial element to their food to upgrade school equipment that had Medini Iskandar to get customs. As Avira residents learned in benefits of drinking tea, and discovered garden. The school has begun selling worn out. to know each other this special workshop organised just the myriad of teas available. their food garden-grown produce to and build that all- important community bond.

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6-MONTH GARDENING WORKSHOPS This extensive and intensive learning No-dig raised garden, edible container opportunity was introduced in May gardening, plant propagation, plant 2018 and takes place over six months, food composting, plant mixology, and with one workshop held each month. gardening pests. multiple useful skills and knowledge that can be applied for the betterment of These activities are open to the public their health, homes and families. The six too. For further information, please workshops cover the following topics: contact +607 509 6868.

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