Chowrasta Market Penang
Penang, MalaysiaThe most authentic wet market in George Town, operating since 1890 with ground-floor stalls of fresh produce, spices, and dried goods surrounding a food court of classic Penang breakfast stalls upstairs. The morning dim sum, apom balik pancakes, and iced Horlicks teh tarik are the best in the city.
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