Penang Day 3!
We had planned to start early, but as always, plans changed. We overslept and only managed to leave the hotel at 9:05am.
Breakfast at Hutton Lane
Our first stop was a well known breakfast spot nearby—Hutton Lane Roti Bakar. We walked across the street and headed southwest along Jalan Penang, arriving just in time to join a long queue.
We all ordered the same thing:
- Toasted bread
- Two half boiled eggs
- Drinks
Breakfast came to RM18.00 (≈ USD4/EUR4)—simple, classic, and satisfying.
Exploring Chowrasta Market
After breakfast, we crossed over to Jalan Chowrasta to begin our market walk.
Chowrasta Market was one of the oldest markets in Penang and sat within the UNESCO heritage zone. It was known for its wide range of local products—from pickled nutmeg to traditional pastries.
We first walked along the street outside, browsing the various stalls. There was plenty to see, but nothing really caught our attention.
Inside the Market
We then stepped into the market itself. Inside, we found:
- Pickle stalls selling local favourites
- Fresh produce and dried goods
- A wet market section with meat, seafood, and vegetables
Cat stopped at one stall and bought:
- Pickled mango – RM7
- Pickled papaya – RM7
We walked through the entire market, taking in the sights, but didn’t pick up much else. Since we were travelling, we didn’t have the option to cook anyway.
We even went up to the first floor—but found only a couple of clothing stalls open.
Street Finds and Small Purchases
Back outside, we continued along nearby streets:
- Lebuh Tamil
- Jalan Kuala Kangsar
Here, the morning vendors were busy selling clothes and everyday items.
Cat found a batik blouse and shorts set that she liked and bought it for RM30.00 (≈ USD7/EUR7).
Before leaving, we stopped at a fruit stall and picked up:
- A bunch of bananas
- Half a watermelon
All for RM13 (≈ USD7/EUR7).
Back to the Hotel
With our small haul, we made our way back to the hotel to rest a little before heading out again later in the day.
A Quiet Morning Well Spent
It wasn’t a hectic morning, but it felt productive:
• Good breakfast
• A walk through one of Penang’s oldest markets
• A few small local finds
Sometimes that was all we needed.
A Gentle Reminder
Masks may now be optional outdoors, but they are still required indoors.
We’ll be heading out again shortly for more exploring—stay tuned! 🌿🍉
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📍 Location:
Hutton Suites Hotel - https://goo.gl/maps/Sa3pp5NKAQgx5pij6
Hutton Lane Roti Bakar - https://goo.gl/maps/BUYbu79qFE4Ebs5J6
Jalan Chowrasta - https://goo.gl/maps/Bx4J7oB9vujBfed26
Walk@Chowrasta - https://goo.gl/maps/kPt3h3aratWACcwA7
Chowrasta Market - https://goo.gl/maps/KWWD8nnu1Fh3TxN89
Shin Huat (Pasar Chowrasta) - https://goo.gl/maps/Qhu8p6VAKvDscDsC8
We do what we can to support local businesses, and it's always good to know that everyone here observes all related SOPs, it helps make us feel safer and reassured.
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