PEN Day 1 │ Walkabout: KOMTAR • Chulia Street • Pasta Path

We’re in the Mood for a Walkabout!

After a refreshing afternoon nap, we felt recharged and ready to head out again. Georgetown was calling, and we were eager to explore.

A Slow Start… and a Sudden Problem

We stepped out of Hutton Suites, made a quick stop at Mydin for some basic supplies, then returned briefly to drop them off before heading out again.

Our route took us along Jalan Hutton, across Jalan Penang, and toward the Octopus Pedestrian Bridge near KOMTAR. The evening light was soft, and it felt like the perfect time for photos.

That was when things went wrong.

While taking pictures of KOMTAR at dusk, our Lumix GX85 suddenly jammed. A warning appeared on the screen asking us to restart the camera. We tried everything—turning it off and on, removing the battery and memory card—but nothing worked.

It was a tough moment. That little camera had been our trusty companion for so long.

Carrying On

With no choice but to improvise, we switched to our smartphones. Thankfully, they could shoot in RAW, so we could still edit the images later—but it just wasn’t the same.

Still, we decided to move forward and enjoy the walk.

Exploring the Streets

We stopped at an ATM along the way, then doubled back across the bridge and continued along Jalan Penang. A fruit vendor caught our eye, and we picked up a small bag of fresh fruit before continuing.

From there, we wandered through:

• Lebuh Campbell
• Jalan Pintal Tali
• Chulia Street

Looking for dinner, we came across L Kitchen, but it had just closed. We were minutes too late.

Finding the Right Spot

Since it was Brendan’s birthday, we wanted something a little more special. We briefly considered Rockafellas, but the empty atmosphere made us think twice.

So we kept walking.

Eventually, along Kampung Malabar, we found Pasta Path. It looked cozy, welcoming, and just right for the occasion.

The funny part? We went to a place called Pasta Path… and didn’t order any pasta. 

Dinner came to RM115.30 (≈ USD26/EUR26), and it turned out to be a great choice for a quiet celebration.

Back to Base

After dinner, we walked back toward Jalan Penang, and before we knew it, we were back at the hotel.

It had been a full walk—one with a small setback, but still filled with discovery, food, and moments that mattered.

A Day to Remember

Yes, losing the camera (even if temporarily) was frustrating.

But the walk reminded us of something important: sometimes, it wasn’t about the gear—it was about the experience.

And this was one we wouldn’t forget.

Stay tuned—there’s plenty more to come from Penang!

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📍 Location:
Hutton Suites Hotel - https://goo.gl/maps/LyX27z6dX3KBnH7F7
Octopus Pedestrian Crossing Bridge - https://goo.gl/maps/NFoxzxe9mVzpijSK8
Komtar Walk - https://goo.gl/maps/5MCYxPH8RoDdRSBXA
Maybank KOMTAR - https://goo.gl/maps/3V72mndii34z5CBE6
L Kitchen  李月香粥麵饭 - https://goo.gl/maps/fo29LYzVkrbeqqQd8
Rockafellas Kitchen & Bar - https://g.page/rockafellaspg?share

Pasta Path - https://goo.gl/maps/BFqc71SnvC4vA96eA

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