City farms sprouting at high-rises in Penang

The community garden at Quayside Seafront Resort Condo in Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang, Penang, has a variety of herbs and plants that local residents use in their daily cooking. — Photos: CHAN BOON KAI, LIM BENG TATT and courtesy photos

AT a high-rise residence in Tanjong Tokong, Penang, retiree Chin Nyoke Thow is seen “ingredient shopping” in the grounds of the building.

He cuts pandan leaves, picks curry leaves and harvests lemongrass from the community’s lush urban farm at Quayside Seafront Resort Condominium.