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Cooking Class in Penang Stories and Recommendations


It's quite unbelievable how many people have already done a class with me either in E&O Hotel or at my own Nazlina Spice Station. Some of my former students became good friends, others returned to the class, with or without bringing spouse or other friends.

Some students send their relatives and friends months later. You can read some of their testimonials here.

With Chef Wan

But there have many others too. The most legend is of course Lonely Planet. There is a little story to tell about them. Unknown to me they visited, and were so impressed I went straight in the LP Malaysia. Lonely Planet came back in 2012. This time bringing family with him.

And it was only one of the many articles that would be published over the years. Am I bragging? If you say so. But look here: USA Today did a nice article. The UK newspaper the Daily Telegraph came with a great article and photo, already in 2010.

Photo session for an Asutralian Magazine

The same year the class was named in AirAsia's monthly magazine. But these articles were peanuts by what would happen soon after: the BBC filmed Nazlina on location for a program where Nazlina would show how to prepare nasi lemak.

Voice of America did an article about George Town and couldn't ignore the traditional food class. According to Taste.com.au (Australia) the Penang Cooking Class is an essential part of visiting Penang in 24 hours. See for yourself.

In October 2011, Nazlina did some filming of the Kerri Anne show with Adam Liaw. Here are some photos. In the same period, Nazlina Spice Station was opened by Dato' Anwar Fazal. Christina did 15 different cooking classes all over Asia. She was impressed: read more.

Opening of Nazlina Spice Station in 2011

Opening of Nazlina Spice Station in 2011

Meanwhile 2 famous Malaysians in the cooking world pay quite some attention to Nazlina. Chef Wan has declared that one day Nazlina will be his successor (nope, it's not on print). Chef Norman Musa joined a class in E&O.

Chef Norman Musa owner of align couple of restaurant in the UK

Norman Musa (left) talks with Nazlina's students at E&O Hotel

Meanwhile recommendations in Tripadvisor continue being great. I have to thank everyone who gives me the thumbs up!

One of the latest recommendations come from Singapore Airlines by Austin Bush. Here is the full pdf.

modified flyer of Singapore Airlines with recommendation of Penang Cooking Class

I could add another 20 or more articles by magazines, especially from Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia and blog articles by wel known blogger but I will leave it here.

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Cooking class by the beach with Nazlina Not rated yet
It was great fun and very enjoyable. How many cooking schools can boast a beach front location ? Excellent tuition coupled with a very interesting market …...

Our group picture cooking with Nazlina Not rated yet
We had a great time with Naz - everyone needs to do this in Penang!...

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Hi Nazlina,

Your class was great, had a good time, also bought some of the Baba's

spices that you recommended...

Would like to try the Rendang chicken …...

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Hi Naz,

Just a quick email to say many thanks for a great day at your cookery

course. It was one of the highlights of our holiday. You are clearly …...

Best Day Trip in Penang Not rated yet
Dear Nazlina,

How lovely to hear from you. I am now back in the UK, it's fairly cold and damp, not like beautiful Malaysia. Absolutely loved the course …...

Best Time for My Guests Not rated yet
Dear Nazlina,

I just wanted to say that we had great fun at the class and the food was wonderful. Probably the best my guests had all the time they …...

Truly Delightful Not rated yet
An early morning start was followed by an eye opening walk through the morning markets. Everything we tasted/ate/drank was commented on and explained so …...

Highlight of the holiday Not rated yet
My partner Steve and I were very keen to learn how to cook some traditional Malaysian dishes while we were on our holiday.

Our travel agent recommended …...

A Great Experience Not rated yet
We spent a morning with Nazlina in October last year and we loved every bit of it. We got to cook a few different dishes from scratch and enjoy it all …...

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Hi Nazlina,

we had a great day at your cooking school

and really enjoyed learning a little about Asian

cooking, thank you.

The soup was divine …...

Cooking Class With My Son Not rated yet
My Son Jayden and I attended this cooking class in September. We had a great time and Jayden has been telling everyone about how he can crack a coconut …...

BBC Good Food TV Shooting Experience. Not rated yet
I just wanted to say a huge thank you to Naz - you were so incredibly well organised and efficient - we were all very impressed! Atul really enjoyed cooking …...

A Must do when in Penang Not rated yet
Great cooking course!! My husband and I enjoyed a day of cooking with Naz at Pickles and Spices World Cooking class. Great classic Malaysian style food. …...

Cooking in the Spice Garden Not rated yet
I had a great day yesterday, cooking in the Spice Garden. Nazlina has a calm, friendly approach:It's more like working with a friend and she ensured that …...

Delicious food, good company. Not rated yet
I attended Nazlina's cookery course in November 2009. I booked for my first day in Penang as I guessed that other people there would be like minded foodies …...

Spice up Your Life in Penang Not rated yet
I have to admit that it took me 12 years before I decided that my annual visit to Penang should be more than just a brilliant excuse to stay away from …...

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It was a wonderful experience to learn from Chef Nazlina with my friends from Japan. The girls were thrilled & excited to learn not only our culture but …...

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Nazlina's Cooking Class in Penang

cooking class in penang

Attend my cooking class to learn making traditional food.

  • Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat @Spice Station
  • Fri Afternoon 3PM Vegetarian Class
  • Traditional Malay Dinner (booking in advance ONLY)) on Sat.

Now, the cooking class is also available together with Penang Market Tour.


Ingredients we use in the class

There are many ingredients we use in the cooking class. This page offers you a glimpse of the variety of what you can expect.

And remember, we use all fresh!

Ingredients we use




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