Have Perut Will Travel...: PEN Day 2 │ Ah Boy • Weld Quay • Air Hitam • Chowrasta Market!

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Friday, 3 July 2026

PEN Day 2 │ Ah Boy • Weld Quay • Air Hitam • Chowrasta Market!

Day Two Begins — Breakfast at Ah Boy

We woke later than planned on the second morning of our 48 hour Penang sprint, only stirring at 8:45am after the late night at Red Garden. By 9:15am, we finally stepped out of Unit 128B, a little slow but ready to settle unfinished business — the breakfast we missed on our previous trip.

A short walk brought us to Ah Boy, already buzzing with the late morning crowd. Despite the rush, a small table opened up just as we arrived. We both ordered their signature Kueh Teow Thng, light and comforting, paired with a round of drinks. Our very typical Penang breakfast came to RM17.80 (≈ USD/EUR4) — simple, satisfying, and long overdue.

CAT Bus to Weld Quay

We wrapped up at a quarter to ten and headed to the bus stop in front of the 7 Eleven on Jalan Penang. A few minutes later, the cream and blue CAT bus pulled up, Penang’s free shuttle gliding us smoothly toward Weld Quay. The ride was breezy, the city easing into late morning as we rolled south.

Renewing the Mutiara Passes

We arrived at 10:20am and made our way to the Rapid Penang kiosk to renew our Mutiara bus passes. With fresh, reactivated cards in hand, we hopped onto a waiting #201 bus bound for Pekan Air Hitam, settling in for the hour long ride.

Air Hitam Market — Mid Morning Treats

By the time the bus reached Air Hitam, the morning market was already winding down. Vendors were packing up, trays half empty, the early buzz fading into a quieter rhythm. We grabbed a bunch of bananas for RM6.40 (≈ USD/EUR2), then stepped into the nearby food court.

Both of us ordered Cendol — RM5.00 (≈ USD/EUR1) each — shaved ice melting fast, gula melaka syrup dripping down the sides. We sat and enjoyed the cool sweetness while soaking in the softer, end of morning atmosphere.

The Noon Pivot — Grab to Chowrasta

We returned to the same bus stop hoping to catch a ride back toward Jalan Transfer, but the road stayed stubbornly quiet. With no buses in sight, we switched plans and hailed a Grab at noon. For RM18.00 (≈ USD/EUR4), we rode straight to Chowrasta Market, back into the heart of George Town.

Chowrasta Market — Pickles Secured

We arrived around 12:30pm and headed straight to Aik Lee, our favourite pickle stall. Two kilograms of pickled Ambra, two kilograms of pickled Mango, plus 500 grams extra — our usual haul. The total came to RM84.00 (≈ USD21/EUR18), a familiar ritual and a must buy every trip.

Back to the Apartment — Midday Reset

With our goodies in hand, we walked back along Jalan Penang, then Jalan Hutton, the midday heat settling in as the streets grew quieter. A few minutes later, we reached Unit 128B and stowed our haul — jars and bags lined up neatly, mission accomplished.

Stay tuned for the next episode as I head out for an appointment with a tattoo artist!