What’s the ultimate way to have both national and international foodies rejoice and celebrate their avid love for food? How about having THE LARGEST parade of CULINARY BEAUTIES lining up AT THE SAME SPOT? If you’re all up for this, then we bring you foodies an exciting news…PIFF 2019!!
This year, Penang International Food Festival (PIFF 2019) returns with even more exciting events for all you foodies! We’ll be hoarding the events so if you spot us at any, make sure you say Hi (we don’t bite). Wait, before you go, we know how frustrating it gets to know OF the event but not ABOUT the event. And that’s why we’ve made things easier for you by listing down all of PIFF’s crucial dates, venues and times so you wouldn’t miss out on anything. Keep scrolling!
PIFF 2019 Is Happening In April (Get The Full Schedule Here!)
WEEK 1
13th & 14th April 2019 (Saturday & Sunday): Street Food Festival (SFF)
Location: Beach Street | Time: 5 PM – 11 PM
Great news for foodies! Starting off the festival with a bang is Street Food Festival whereby a total of 120 of Penang’s authentic street food vendors gather for a parade of local delicacies, making this event the largest Authentic Street Food Festival in Penang. Now you no longer need to travel across Georgetown to try Char Koay Teow or Laksa as you can taste them all right here! It’s truly a foodie wonderland!
There are also other exciting highlights that are happening such as:
Balik Pulau Favourites
Street Burger Corner
Fun Fair
Photo Booths
Live Performances
Cooking Demonstrations
Fireworks Display
15th April 2019 (Monday): Kopi ‘O’
Location: Hin Bus Depot | Time: 11 AM – 4 PM
16th April 2019 (Tuesday): Mini Curry Festival
Location: Hin Bus Depot | Time: 5 PM – 10 PM
17th April 2019 (Wednesday): RM 2 Mini Food Festival
Location: Butterworth Artwalk | Time: 5 PM – 10 PM
18th April 2019 (Thursday): Gertak Sanggul Food Truck Rally
Location: By Gertak Sanggul Beach | Time: 5 PM – 10 PM
19th April 2019 (Friday): Mini Barbecue Feast
Location: Golden Sands Resort Beach, Batu Ferringhi | Time: 5 PM – 10 PM
20th April 2019 (Saturday): PIFF Latte Art Throwdown
Location: Extension Wing Event Ground, Gurney Plaza | Time: 3 PM – 9 PM
20th & 21st April 2019 (Saturday & Sunday): Taste of Penang (TOP)
Location: Kelawai Road | Time: 5 PM – 11 PM
Calling all hardcore foodies! Are you ready to feast your hungry tummies with a countless of delicious, mouth-watering local delights from various hotels? With PIFF’S major event, Taste of Penang (TOP), you can now enjoy delicious hotel signature delicacies at not 1, not 2 but a total of 10 hotels like G Hotel, Royale Chulan, Double Tree by Hilton and more!
Highlights include:
Penang Hotels F&B Showcase
Penang Cafes & Restaurants Showcase
Cooking Demonstrations
Live Performances
Celebrity Chef Appearance
Trading the corporate world for a lifetime devoted to creating unique eats, having more than 12 cookbooks published and a deep-rooted experience in the Malaysian cuisine, Malaysians would see stars upon hearing the name of this celebrity chef. Malaysia’s beloved, fun and flamboyant celebrity chef; Chef Wan will be making his star-studded, special appearance during this major event. This is certainly an event that you wouldn’t wanna miss out on!
PIFF Latte Art Throwdown 2019
WEEK 2
22nd April 2019 (Monday): Penang Mainland Food Walk [Ticketed Event]
Always wanted to know what’s good on the other side of Penang but find it a hassle to make your way across Penang Bridge? Join this ticketed event and savour a wide array of local street food accompanied by the best foodie tour guide you can ever ask for!
Location: Raja Uda Apollo Market | Time: 8 AM – 10 AM | Fee: RM 15 nett per person
Reservation: https://event.howei.com/event/
Enquiry: info@piff.com.my or +6010-3984469
23rd April 2019 (Tuesday): Penang Island Food Walk [Ticketed Event]
Morning market, or commonly known as ‘Pasar’, is definitely the best place to uncover a wide variety of Penang-style breakfast such as Hokkien Mee, Curry Mee, Nasi Lemak and plenty more. Take part in this event and discover the best eats of Penang Island so that you could have a breakfast, the Penangite way.
Location: Pulau Tikus Market | Time: 8 AM – 10 AM | Fee: RM 15 nett per person
Reservation: https://event.howei.com/event/
Enquiry: info@piff.com.my or +6010-3984469
24th April 2019 (Wednesday): Rhythmic Dining [Ticketed Event]
If you’re looking for something new and exciting to do, how about enjoy your dining experience while rocking out a few dance moves? Truly a brand new and unique combination, prepare to have a dining experience like no other. This event utilizes food as a manner to understand iconic dance moves; this event will have both foodies and dancers rejoice!
Location: Rain Garden Restaurant | Time: 7 PM – 9 PM | Fee: RM 100 nett per person
Reservation: https://event.howei.com/event/
Enquiry: info@piff.com.my or +6010-3984469
25th April 2019 (Thursday): Ferry Feasting [Ticketed Event]
If you’re the kind of food lover who prefers to savour your meal over a stunning meal, then this event is one that is not-to-be-missed. You’ll have the privilege of a privately-chartered vessel to yourself and other fellow diners with the same interest in this one-of-a-kind dining experience. Bask yourselves over the magnificent view of Penang Island and Mainland; this is an excitement to both your eyes and palates. The trendy Vouk Hotel Suites will be preparing a sumptuous street delights buffet for hungry passengers-cum-diners.
Location: Penang Ferry Terminal | Time: 6 PM – 9 PM | Fee: RM 100 nett per person
Reservation: https://event.howei.com/event/
Enquiry: info@piff.com.my or +6010-3984469
26th April 2019 (Friday): A Wine Retreat [Ticketed Event]
Claiming yourself as a sommelier, or wine expert? Then this event is one where you’ll get to further hone your wine skills and meet other experts just like yourselves. You’ll learn about the best wine pairing for your food in this event. The Feringgi Grill’s elegant ambience accentuates your sensory experience.
Location: Feringgi Grill | Time: 7 PM – 9 PM | RM 350 nett per person
Reservation: 1. Email: izahan.zahimi@shangri-la.com
2. Call or Text: +6017-5414576
Enquiry: izahan.zahimi@shangri-la.com or +6017-5414576
28th April 2019 (Sunday): PIFF Professional Chef Cooking Competition
Location: Design Village Outlet Mall, Batu Kawan | Time: 5 PM – 10 PM
27th & 28th April 2019 (Saturday & Sunday): Penang Seafood Galore (PSG)
Location: Design Village Penang Outlet Mall, Batu Kawan | Time: 5 PM – 11 PM
King Crab, Norwegian Salmon, Oysters, Lobsters and more. Seafood Galore guarantees you an unforgettable fresh-off-the-sea culinary experience as you feast your tummies away. If you are a seafood lover, this event has got to be on your list as you can savour a wide array of seafood from 5 PM till 11 PM (6 hours of seafood feasting is absolutely normal) Catch you guys there!
Other highlights during these 2 days include:
Ikan Bakar Zone
Outdoor Theatre
PIFF Professional Chef Cooking Competition
Fireworks Display
Are you excited for this event already? We certainly cannot wait to experience this largest food parade happening in Penang. Bring along your family, friends and neighbours and we hope to see all you foodies there!
PIFF 2019 Is Happening In April (Get The Full Schedule Here!)
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