Macalister Mansion
The eight-room establishment pays tribute to Colonel Norman Macalister, the first British Governor of the state in the 1800s. Each of the eight rooms traces different periods of Colonel Macalister’s life through paintings by Southeast Asian artists. Behind the project are Dato Sean H’ng, Datin Karen H’ng and Colin Seah (of Singapore-based firm Ministry of Design). […]
Penang boutique hotel Macalister Mansion opens in historic colonial home
Design Hotels' first Malaysian property, Penang boutique hotel Macalister Mansion, has just opened in a restored colonial home from the early 1900s with rates starting at RM800 (S$322).
Pasarbella
This farmer’s market will have more than 70 stalls will offering meat, seafood, produce, artisanal charcuterie and desserts plus a comprehensive selection of organic products. There will also be neatly sectioned off areas for specialist products such as The Thirsty Traveler, a corner with alcoholic beverages displayed on custom-made wooden racks alongside wine-friendly foods like […]