Oori Doori @ Promenade, Bayan Lepas, Penang

One of the best Korean cuisine in Penang - Oori Doori

105c Coffeehaus @ Jalan Pintu Sepuluh, Alor Setar

Located in Jalan Pintu Sepuluh,105c Coffeehaus is one of the latest spots to chill out in Alor Setar. 105c Coffeehaus stands out as compared to other restaurants and cafes due to its striking modern red-brick double-storey building, spacious environment, and relaxed vibe. It's easy to locate this place, just drive along the main road of Jalan Pintu Sepuluh and you will find this place right next to Starcity Hotel. Food-wise, they offer a variety of Western foods with desserts and gelato. Probably due to the first few days' jitters, the service quality is below par and has room for improvements.

Busan Chicken 부산닭강정 @ Queensbay Mall, Penang

The Korean way of pairing Fried Chicken and Beer (Chimac) has stormed the world, and Penang once again welcomes a new Korean fried chicken brand after KyoChon. Located on the 3rd floor of Queensbay Mall, which is opposite GSC Cinema, Busan Chicken is a brand that specializes in Korean fried chicken. Although there has no variety of dishes to choose from like in other Korean restaurants, the fried chicken here is very authentic. The downside of Busan Chicken is that there are no seats for customers to dine in, so customers can only be forced to choose takeaway or delivery. Other than that, the fried chickens here are not cooked to order, so it is slightly cold when served.

Sulb Cafe @ Simpang Kuala, Alor Setar, Kedah

Sulb opened its doors on the easy-to-remember date of 3 March 2022, has quickly risen through the ranks, and appeared as one of the most popular cafes in Alor Setar. The cafe adopts minimalist interior decor in shades of grey and white, with pebble stone flooring, polished cement seats, and tall trees to make the space even more charming and comfy. It makes me feel that I've returned to one of the popular cafes in Penang - Norm Micro. The foods offered here are quite attractive as those foods are rare to be seen in Alor Setar. Such as Egg Benedict, Croque Madame, Turkish Egg, Beef Quesadillas, Wiener Schnitzel, Chicken Cacciatore, and so on. Prices may be on the high side and wait times will be longer but given the cozy atmosphere and attractive menu, the place is worth checking out.

Norm Micro Roastery @ Church Street Ghaut, Georgetown, Penang

I have seen many of its photos via online media about this new cafe Norm Micro Roastery in Penang and I was anticipating visiting. However, due to the flare-up of COVID-19, I've not gotten an opportunity to visit it until my outing to Penang before the Chinese New Year. Housed in what used to be once a shipping yard, the high ceilings, huge doors, and skylights allow a light and airy feel. The pebble stone flooring, curved polished cement seats, and tall trees make it even more attractive. The cafe is fully air-conditioned, so you may enjoy your meal and chill out here without worrying about the hot weather.

Cafe Atas @ Alor Setar, Kedah

Housed in the colorful building, Pekan Buah, Alor Setar, Atas Cafe is a relative newcomer withinside the neighborhood gelato scene. The cafe is facing the parking lot behind Balai Seni Alor Setar. It's on the second floor, so you will need to traipse up the steps to reach it. The design of the cafe is unique yet comfy. You can simply get a beautiful and instagrammable photo at every corner here.

Ho Min San 好面善 @ Gurney Plaza, Penang

Ho Min San (好面善) is a subsidiary of Dragon-I (龙的传人) that specializes in fusion of Asian cuisine. You can now find the restaurant on the lower ground floor of Gurney Plaza. The restaurant is designed in a minimalist design with a bright and airy dining area. However, the restaurant space is quite limited. As its name implies, noodles dishes take center stage in Ho Min Shan’s menu with a wide variety of options for Cantonese-style rice vermicelli (米线).

BBQ Bar 串越時光 @ Karpal Singh, Penang

Icon City's famous BBQ restaurant has finally reached Penang Island. The restaurant is designed with the theme of Sanoriti, the Greek Island of Love. The restaurant is designed with blue and white, accompanied by a few cave-designed dining spaces. While the outside of the restaurant faces the sea, it is very comfortable and enjoyable to eat barbecue with the sea breeze.

Woong Kee Beancurd - 旺记祖傳豆花 @ Penang Road, Penang

Apart from Dim Sum and Chicken Rice, Woong Kee Tau Fu Fah (旺记豆腐花) is one of the must-try foods in Ipoh. If you love its silky and smooth Tau Fu Fah as me too, here's a piece of great news for you. Woong Kee has opened its very first branch on the island. You can get it easily at Penang Road now without the need to travel to Ipoh.

65c Ondo Bakery Cafe @ Icon City, Bukit Mertajam

Baked food is a part of my life and I can never refuse it. When I first saw a photo of 65c Ondo Bakery Cafe online, I was surprised by the delicacy of the baked goods there, particularly the fluffy pillowy square-shaped Shokupan.

Hi-tech ELECLEAN Disinfectant Device without alcohol & chemical

Hi-tech ELECLEAN Disinfectant Device without alcohol & chemical

高科技不含酒精和化学剂的e立净消毒喷雾制造机

Xiao Man Dumpling & Noodle 小嫚饺子馆 @ Alor Setar, Kedah

Located at Jalan Kuala Kedah, right beside Black Whale Milk Tea, Xiao Man Dumpling & Noodle 小嫚饺子馆 is a restaurant that specialised in dumplings and noodles. Apart from that, Xiao Man Dumpling & Noodles also serve a wide variety of Taiwan local foods and snacks, such as Taiwanese Egg Rolls, Scallion Pancake, Gua Pao, Hsinchu Fried Rice Vermicelli, Taiwanese Shaved Ice, Milk Tea and so on. With its wide variety of choices, I thought it would be a great spot for me to satisfy my craving for Taiwanese foods at first, however, it disappointed us during our first visit. In spite of that, I decided to try it again so that I can make a more fair food review for its foods.