Beat the blues in Kuala Terengganu

About Kofi.trg - Be sure to drop by this new cafe when you’re in Kuala Terengganu! Opened early this year, KOFI primarily serves freshly brewed coffee alongside light bites, sandwiches and pastries. This small neighborhood cafe is operated by experienced local baristas. With its minimalist interiors, it makes a pleasant place to sit back for a cuppa whenever you need a break from all the city exploration.

What to order here? - They offer affordable coffee options like americano, mocha and latte from RM5. For thirst quenchers, try Matcha Latte Frappe or the sweet and sour Strawberry Smoothie.

Address: 7825, Taman Baiduri, Kampung Padang Nenas, 21100 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu

Opening hours*: Saturday – Thursday, 4.00 p.m – 10.00 p.m. Closed on Fridays

About Kak Yah Keropok Lekor - Kampung Losong is known for its rows of stalls selling ‘keropok lekor’ or fried fish sausages, a specialty local snack popular in Terengganu. Among the pioneers here include Sariah Ismail’s stall — Kak Yah Keropok Lekor, which became so famous that they are now distributing frozen varieties of these must-try snacks both locally and overseas. Eat it steamed or deep fried and pair with its special chilli dip sauce for tea time!

What to buy here? - Your trip to Terengganu isn’t complete without bringing home bags of frozen homemade ‘keropok lekor’ as souvenirs. There are plenty of choices here, from the long chewy ones, to the thin, crispy sliced ‘keropok lekor keping’, salted fish and fish satay.

Address: 140, Kampung Losong Haji Su, 21000 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu

Opening hours*: Monday – Sunday, 8.00 a.m – 7.00 p.m.

About Wanisma Craft & Trading - Terengganu is synonymous with its unique cottage industries such as traditional batik and brassware manufacturing. To hunt for these underrated products in high quality, visit Wanisma Craft & Trading. The inherited family business owned by Wan Mahadi bin Ismail have been in business for generations and it is even well known among tourists for their intricate craftsmanship. Walking inside the single-storey shop is like taking a step back in time, as you will see a wide collection of antique brassware, furnishings and traditional printed batik on display.

What to do here? - Here you can observe the whole traditional brass-making process; from melting to polishing and engraving, as well as batik processing. A great way to support them is by picking up any of their various pot collections, traditional wedding ceremony sets, kitchen utensils, furnishings or beautiful batik fabrics that are sold at affordable prices.

Address: 32, Ladang Sekolah, 20000 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu