14 Culinary Adventures Only True Food Explorers Find in Asia

12. Curry Laksa Crawl in Penang, Malaysia

For many food travelers, Penang is the culinary capital of Malaysia—nowhere more evident than in a laksa crawl through George Town’s vibrant streets. Penang-style curry laksa features rice noodles in a spicy coconut broth, topped with shrimp, tofu puffs, and fresh herbs. Its roots are found in the region’s unique blend of Malay, Chinese, and Indian flavors, all simmered together by generations of Peranakan cooks.