Timothy Tye's journey: preserving Penang Hokkien through an online dictionary
I am filled with immense pride to witness the presence of unsung heroes in Penang, individuals driven by a shared belief in uplifting their community. Among them stands Timothy Tye, a beacon of inspiration. Since its inception on 5 January 2003, his Penang Travel Tips website has provided invaluable information on Penang (now extended to cover Malaysia as well as Singapore). Timothy is not only a prominent foodie and YouTuber but is also a passionate advocate for the preservation of Penang Hokkien.
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Sembang-sembang with Tan Choon Hoe, author of Loghat Hokkien Pulau Pinang
Malaysians are truly fortunate, as they have gained a reputation for their remarkable linguistic versatility. Let us consider my late father as an example, who was of Chinese descent and possessed a remarkable fluency in various languages and dialects. He could effortlessly converse in English, Bahasa Malaysia, Tamil, Hindustani, Mandarin, Cantonese and of course, Hokkien.
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The vibrant and colourful Nyonya kerabu bee hoon
When it comes to good food, the only one you have to really satisfy is yourself. When it comes to cooking (without deviating too far from the recipe), you can add whatever you like to your dish and omit all the ingredients that do not tickle your taste buds.
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My Kebaya shirt – a journey where novelty meets sublime beauty
Having grown up in a Chinese Peranakan household, I have always been intrigued by the beauty of the kebaya. It is not just about how the entire ensemble – when matched with a traditional floral sarong is wearable art, one that gives a veritable statement on the opulent cultural heritage of the Nyonyas.
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Penang House of Music: Going beyond its boundaries
Buletin Mutiara | 28 May 2023 | Story by K.H. Ong | Photos courtesy of Penang House of Music
(From left) Michael Yong-Haron & Saniza Othman (Michael & Saniza Collection, Hong Kong), Paul Augustin (Director, Penang House of Music), Jay Xu (CEO Asian Art Museum, San Francisco), Xie Xiaoze (Professor of Art, Stanford University), Dacia Xu (Qualia Gallery, California) and Lee Khai (Chairman, Penang State Art Gallery) rejoicing at the Penang House of Music.
PENANG is noted for having many tourist attractions, including the unique Penang House of Music (PHoM) located on the fourth floor of KOMTAR in George Town.
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Archipelago Penang – a hidden bar serving fabulous cocktails to soothe the soul
Cocktails were initially inspired by British punches, which contained spirits, fruit juices and spices in big bowls. The term “cocktail”, known to be an alcoholic beverage, appeared in The Balance and Columbian Repository (Hudson, New York) 13 May 1806. Editor Harry Croswell answered the question, "What is a cocktail?" as “a stimulating liquor composed of any kind of sugar, water and bitters".
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