The Ramadan month has somewhat became an excuse for Malaysian foodies to gather together for one full month to check out different Ramadan Bazaars located across the city. Bazaar goers can find all sorts of halal food which comprise of nothing less than the best of Malay, Indian and also Arabic cuisines. Here are the 5 Ramadan Bazaar you should visit in Penang:
1) Little India
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The Ramadan bazaar here is organized by Penang Muslim League every year. Besides Malay cuisine, you can also find Indian and Arabic cuisines. It’s amazing how you can experience the taste of cross-cultures here.
2) Taman Tun Sardon
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The carpark beside Astaka Tam Tun Sardon turns into a Ramadan bazaar during this period. It’s also a bazaar where a lot of simple homemade delicacies like donuts and coconut jellies can be found.
3) Bayan Baru Mosque
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This bazaar is also located in a carpark just next to the largest Bayan Baru Mosque. If you wonder where is the mosque, you can just waze Sunshine Square Supermarket as the mosque is just around the supermarket. The bazaar is huge and it’s always crowded. You can find lots of rice-based dishes like Nasi Tomato and Nasi Briyani.
4) Penang General Hospital
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Don’t worry, the bazaar is not inside the hospital. It’s located behind the hospital, making it convenient for the hospital staffs to grab their food there. Compared to other bazaar in this list, this bazaar is known to have lots of delicious traditional kuih muih so if you’re a fan of local desserts, this is the place for you to check out.
5) Jalan Makloom
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You can find almost everything in this bazaar alone! Rice, noodles, kebabs, you name it, they have it. They also have cut fruits and yummy drinks for you to quench your thirst!
