The state of Melaka is known for its rich historical cultures, including St. Paul’s Church, A’Famosa, and Stadhuys. However, every state with rich history comes with delicious foods. Much like every other famous state in Malaysia, Malacca also has its own delicacies that are to die for!
If you’re thinking of planning a one-day getaway over the weekend just to food hunt, then we’ve got you covered, as these itineraries are planned out just for you foodies out there.
10 AM: Have breakfast at the Calanthe Art Café
Forget about drinking Starbucks and eating McDonald’s for breakfast before heading out. Calanthe Art Café, located in a narrow alley off Jonker Street, has 13 different types of coffee that came from 13 different states for you to try out. Not only that, but the Calanthe Art Café also serves one-of-a-kind blends of tea for you to enjoy. And did I mention their food? The café shop also offers varieties of local delicacies for you to pair with their coffee. The Calanthe Art Café is definitely worth being your first stop once you’ve arrived in Melaka!
11 AM: Enjoy the onde-onde while strolling on the Jonker Street
Located near Jonker Street, Kedai Aku dan Dia serves one of the best local snacks known as onde-onde. The onde-onde sold from this shop were all freshly made. Onde-onde was a common snack in Malaysia, but the onde-onde made from Kedai Aku dan Dia was packed with Gula Melaka, a type of sugar that can only be found in this state! The onde-onde is so small in size. You can practically buy them and eat while exploring the famous Jonker Street.
12 PM: Eating lunch at the Jonker88
Jonker88 is commonly known for its dessert – Durian Cendol. This delicious bowl of ice flakes was covered with santan, durian paste, and Gula Melaka syrups! But that’s not all. Jonker88 also serves single bowl mains such as Baba Laksa Noodles and Nyonya Assam Laksa. If you’re thinking of having local delicacies for lunch, Jonker88 is definitely your go-to place for lunch at Melaka.
3 PM: Chilling at The Daily Fix Café
The Daily Fix Café is known for its Pandan Pancakes served with the local famous Gula Melaka syrups. Situated in a double-story vintage shophouse, The Daily Fix Café was typically full of customers within half an hour of opening. To top it off, The Daily Fix Café also offers affordable refreshment drinks to rehydrate you!
6 PM: Exploring a wide range of foods at Jonker Street Night Market
Ahhh Jonker Street, the heart of Melaka. This street was once famous for its antique shops, but now it has given its way to many local stores, including the night market. The Jonker Street Night Market is only open on the weekend (Friday to Sunday), starting from 6 PM until midnight. The night market is packed with delicious Melaka’s street foods ranging from coconut shake to Nyonya popiah to Char Koay Kak (fried radish cake) and more.
8 PM: Satay Celup in case of supper
And just in case you’re still craving supper. Melaka’s famous Ban Lee Siang’s satay celup is here for you. Satay celup is actually just a regular Lok-lok steamboat, but the only difference is that you cook your food into a boiling pot of satay gravy instead of a clear soup. Why is satay celup the perfect place for supper? Because the concept of a satay celup is similar to those of a steamboat buffet. You get to control how much food you’d like to take, and each satay celup stick only cost from RM0.80 to RM1.50.
9 PM: Have a safe trip home.
The trip has finally come to an end, and it’s time for you to head home and get a restful sleep. But if you think that 9 PM is a little too soon to head back home, you can always enjoy a 45-minute long cruise along the Melaka River before ending your day in this beautiful city.
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