Lisa
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- I live in Penang
- I speak Deutsch, English
- Verified Local host
- Response time less than 3 hours
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My name is Lisa, and I am originally from Germany. In 2016, I came to Penang Island as a traveler, fell in love with the culture, food and lifestyle, and decided to stay. I enjoy cooking, especially local food, which I sell in my small café with my husband. In the past, I taught travelers how to cook local curries and Malaysian sweets, following the recipes of my husband's Malaysian family. I am looking forward to showing you the specialty of Penang Island and giving you some insights into how it is to live in Malaysia as a foreigner 🌺🇲🇾
- I live in Penang
- I speak Deutsch, English
- Verified Local host
- Response time less than 3 hours
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The 10 Tastings of Penang: Street Food Tour in George Town
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Jolein
14 September 2025
Ik had een geweldige middag met Lisa. Ze heeft me eten, drinken en plekjes laten zien, die je zelf niet gauw zou uitkiezen. En het was allemaal heerlijk. Lisa legde veel uit over het eten, waar het vandaan kwam en over de ingrediënten. Ik kon haar alles vragen. Ze nam uitgebreid de tijd voor me. Super middag!
Edward
14 September 2025
Lisa was a great guide and took us around a number of different areas and places that we would not have tried on our own. She accommodated our food needs (vegetarian and peanut allergy) and made the evening fun. Thanks!Great street food tour
Clare
11 September 2025
We had the best time with Lisa. She went above and beyond to manage our family which included one foodie, one vegetarian and one hot and tired baby.
Lisa found places that had delicious food, friendly locals, heaps of vege options, and air conditioned spots to break up the heat. She played with the baby, shared recipes, and chatted about tips for recreating the delightful food we were eating.
We highly recommend Lisa to all, she was a superb host. Above and beyond!
Tim
9 September 2025
I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a private food tour in Penang, and it was nothing short of exceptional. My guide, Lisa, truly made the experience unforgettable.
Lisa has lived in Penang for 16 years, and her deep knowledge of the island’s diverse cultures and cuisines shines through in every stop, story, and bite. From the vibrant street food stalls to tucked-away local favorites, she guided me through a carefully curated selection of dishes that represented the rich blend of Malay, Chinese, and Indian influences that make Penang such a culinary gem.
What really stood out was how Lisa connected each dish to its cultural roots explaining not just what we were eating, but why it mattered. Her passion for food and local history is infectious, and it felt like being shown around by a friend who truly loves and understands the heart of Penang.
This tour wasn’t just about food (though the food was amazing) it was about stories, people, and the traditions that have shaped this unique part of Malaysia. Whether you're a foodie, a history buff, or just curious to experience Penang through a local’s eyes, I can't recommend Lisa enough. Thanks again Lisa for a truely memorable experience. Phenomenal Penang by Lisa
Werner
6 September 2025
Es war so ein schöner Abend mit Lisa.
Sympathisch, gemütlich und kompetent.
Wir haben viele Dinge erfahren, die wir nicht wussten. Die Leckereien haben uns alle sehr gut geschmeckt. Schöner kann man eine Tour nicht gestalten, da bleibt keine Luft mehr nach oben. Wir wünschen der lieben Lisa alles Gute für ihre Zukunft und noch viele schöne kulinarische Abende.
20 Sterne von 10Penang hautnah
Peter
6 September 2025
She was very attentive and we could taste the best food in Penang.Great guide
Marcel
5 September 2025
Following an easy made reservation and quick follow up to arrange a convenient place to meet eachother, we started a private walkimg foodtour with Lisa.
Lisa has a relaxed and entertaining way to explain the various dishes we enjoyed during the foodtour. She also gave an interesting insight in living in Georgetown, originally coming from Germany.
We enjoyed the foodtour with Lisa and can highly recommemd her.
Marcel and Angelique Food tour with Lisa
Mayaz
4 September 2025
We loved out tour with Lisa, really interesting perspective on penang life, and took us to some really great places we would never have found on our own, really worthwhile tourFantatsic tour
Jochen
1 September 2025
Lisa hat uns an Orte geführt die wir alleine nie angesteuert hätten. Die Mischung der Gerichte war sehr gelungen, die Tour wirklich sehr kurzweilig und spannend. Zudem konnte sie uns auch viel über Land, Leute und die Kulturen berichten.
Von uns gibt's eine 10 von 10:)!unvergessliche und schmackhafte Tour!
Vivian
1 September 2025
Lisa is een super leuke enthousiaste gids die veel van de restaurants omgeving en het eten weet te vertellen! De kinderen van 8 en 12 hebben vonden het een van de hoogtepunten in Penang en hebben alles geproefd!De tour was geweldig!
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