Authentic Portuguese Food at San Pedro

Over the weekend, I made a short trip to Melaka. This round I looked for really authentic Portuguese food and found this restaurant – San Pedro Restaurant, Melaka. It is oldest Portuguese restaurant in Malaysia that offers home-style Portuguese fare at the Portuguese Settlement Village. The famous dishes are Devil Curry and Portuguese-style Baked Fish in spice paste.


Restaurant San Pedro
4 Aranjo Road
Portuguese Settlement
Ujong Pasir
75050 Melaka
Tel: 06-2842170

The Stadthuys Malacca

The Stadthuys, pronounced "Stad-Haus" means town hall. It is one of the most prominent buildings in Melaka. Visitors can never miss this bright salmon pink piece of Dutch architecture.

The Dutch left their Red Building , the Stadthuys as a landmark when they captured Melaka in 1614. The Stadthuys now houses the History Museum and Ethnography Museum. On display are traditional bridal costumes and relics from Melaka's 400 year history.

A Famosa Fort Melaka

A Famosa or "The Famous" in Portuguese is a fortress located in Melaka (Malacca). It is among the oldest surviving architectural remains in Asia. All that is left of the mighty fortress is this tiny gate. In 1511, the Portuguese fleet under the command of Alfonso De Alberquerque attacked and defeated the native ruler of Melaka. He had a fortress built around a natural hill near the sea. The fortress once consisted of long ramparts and four major towers. One was a four-story keep, while the others held an ammunition's storage room, the residence of the captain, and an officers' quarters.

Jonker Street Melaka

Jonker Street, a narrow street located in Chinatown is a must see attraction. It has some of the oldest houses dating to the 17 th century. This street is famous for its antique goods with its past associations with Portuguese, Dutch, Chinese and British. You can find Chinese porcelain pieces, old coins, unusual lamps and various Buddha statues.