A Day in Penang
A Malaysian Cookbook
$31.75
- Hardcover
224 pages
- Release Date
3 February 2026
Summary
A Day in Penang takes you on a culinary tour of this bustling, intoxicating region in Malaysia’s north. A brisk walk through George Town is alive with the fragrances of laksa - coriander and cumin (the foundation of Malay curries), along with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, cardamom, star anise and fenugreek. This book captures a day in the life of this food-obsessed state, from breakfast through to dessert, and featuring iconic national recipes that will quickly convert you to a chi…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781923239753 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1923239759 |
| Author: | Aim Aris, Ahmad Salim |
| Publisher: | Smith Street Books |
| Imprint: | Smith Street Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 224 |
| Release Date: | 3 February 2026 |
| Weight: | 766g |
| Dimensions: | 27mm x 217mm x 261mm |
| Series: | A Day In... |

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Critics Review
“The latest in the ongoing A Day In series by Melbourne-based indie publisher Smith Street Books, A Day in Penang is exactly what it sounds like: a culinary tour of Penang’s capital city, George Town, from breakfast to dessert.” — SAVEUR
“Coauthors Aim Aris and Ahmad Salim guide you through a full-day tour of Malaysia’s bustling culinary scene.” — BON APPÉTIT
Aim Aris
Aim Aris & Ahmad Salim are a collaborative duo with a passion for good food, fine flavours and sustainable living. Under the brand EATSCINTILLA, they’ve created casual dining pop-up restaurants in Australia, Indonesia, Thailand and Japan, celebrating modern southeast Asian cuisine.
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