GEORGE TOWN, May 27 -- What began as a community gathering for a Penang-focused social media group has blossomed into a significant annual event playfully named "PenangLang".

This year, the organisers will hold the fourth edition of the heritage walks alongside a myriad of other heritage-related activities.

Penang Walkabouts Group founder Robert Teh explained that the gatherings initially started in conjunction with George Town World Heritage Day, with heritage walks conducted throughout July.

These gatherings grew in popularity and have now evolved into a two-day celebration known as the PenangLang Community Day.

The two-day event will spotlight Peranakan culture, featuring live cooking demonstrations by renowned Baba Nyonya chefs. ...