Soul Café

Special thanks to Gartien for extending this food review invitation.

It was not too long ago since I last visited Soul Café. Located Jalan Kek Chuan, this eatery is located at the ground floor of Sogor Dormitory, a female capsule hostel (カプセルホテル) which is ideal of cost-savvy backpackers.

My visit tonight is organized by Gartien (小田佳园), which recently launched a campaign to promote its Crystal Pineapple Confiture.

The theme of Soul Café is photography. For example, certain desserts are served in cups resembling interchangeable camera lenses.

As the drinks preparation section takes up nearly half of the dining hall, the number of seats in Soul Café is rather limited. Finding a vacant table can be difficult in the evening.

As we just had dinner earlier, we opted for something light instead. The Canapé is ideal in this sense. Each serving consists of four pieces. The toppings of the Canapé differ every day; today's toppings are smoked bacon and cherry tomatoes. Between the biscuit and toppings is aioli, which is made from garlic, olive oil and egg yolks.

As for Ananas Punch (RM11.00), this is the café's limited-time beverage in collaboration with Gartien. Mixing Earl Grey tea with some Crystal Pineapple Confiture, soda pop and lemon juice, this mocktail serves a thirst quencher after a good meal.

For the month of May 2015, visit any two of Gartien's partner restaurants (such as Soul Café) to try their signature creations. Take photos and share them on Facebook or Instagram to get a free jar Crystal Pineapple Confiture. This offer is valid while stocks last.

Name: Soul Café
Address: 12, Jalan Kek Chuan, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Contact: 04-226-8200
Business hours: 11:00am-11:00pm, closed on Sundays
Website: https://www.facebook.com/yourSoulCafe
Coordinates: 5.41509 N, 100.32451 E
Directions: From Macalister Road (Jalan Macalister), turn to Jalan Kek Chuan opposite the UMNO building. Soul Café is one of the colorful shops on the right. Street parking is available along Jalan Kek Chuan, Jalan Irving and Lorong Susu.