18Feb 2014 by Eric Chow 1 Comment
Hardware and Electrical Appliances Stores in Penang

Hardware and Electrical Appliances Stores in Penang

Shopping
[gard group='1'] Hardware Stores in Penang It's always good to have at least some DIY tools handy. In Penang, getting someone to do a job for you due to a plumbing or electrical problem can be quite affordable as compare to some other countries. Though there are quite a number of hardware stores in Penang, but I have listed down only a few which I think is worth checking out. Mr D.I.Y As the name suggest, this shop sells almost anything related to D.I.Y (Do it Yourself Stuff). It started off by selling only hardware stuff. And now it has extended to electrical, gardening, car accessories, toys, gifts, plastic ware, stationery and many more. You can also get some cheap handicrafts.  Mr DIY has almost 80 outlets throughout the whole…
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04Nov 2013 by Sharon Lim 4 Comments
Buying Groceries in Penang

Buying Groceries in Penang

Shopping
Grocery shopping in Penang is fairly convenient. Depending on your needs and preference, there are quite a number of places where you can find fresh goods at affordable prices. As a matter of fact, finding international goods in Penang is not a problem, some stores even set up aisles of products from specific countries. I'm sure this may come as a relief for many who still want to have a taste of home in your very own kitchen. Here are the variety of stores and places where you can shop for your grocery needs: Hypermarkets Tesco and Tesco Extra (In-stores & Online delivery) In Penang island, you can find 3 of this hypermarket: Tesco Penang at Lebuh Tengku Kudin (near to the Tengku Kudin underpass), Tesco Tanjung Pinang  at Tanjung Tokong…
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