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The Hill of Stories

Posted on 16. Jan, 2010 by Maya.

Yoke Pin actually started with the history of Balik Pulau laksa which is quite apt as people do arrive in hoardes for this noodle dish. Of course, Nic and I were privileged to hear the OTHER laksa story, as told to us by Mr Tan, the equally famous laksa stall owner. But then again, he [...]

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A Tale of 2 Laksa

Posted on 14. Jan, 2010 by Maya.

Went for the monthly PHT visit on Sunday to Balik Pulau. It was worth it though as PHT visits are always educational. I suppose that is why we keep being members. (If you want to be a member, call them at +604 264 2631 or email phtrust@streamyx.com) For us, Balik Pulau is about durians when [...]

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Want To Be Another Kind of Apprentice?

Posted on 05. Oct, 2009 by Maya.

I found out about this programme from Fidel, a friend who is the PAPA Programme Coordinator. I’ve known her for a while now and she and her husband are very supportive of heritage arts and events of Penang. Her two children are active in Anak-anak Kota, a brilliant programme for Penang school children. In fact [...]

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