Dinner On Top Of Tree Monkey, Teluk Bahang

ONE OF THE LATEST FOOD ATTRACTIONS THAT LURED ME TO PENANG IS THE TREE MONKEY at Tropical Spice Garden, Teluk Bahang.  Just recently opened, I was told, this Northeastern Thai, Asian and Western cuisines mixed and it is kind of special because it is nestled on a high wooden platform, overlooking panoramic views of the Andaman Sea... In a way, the ambiance is really romantic, facing the sunset while dining....

We parked along the main road, one has to be careful... and ascended up a slope leading to the Tree Monkey, it is like dining in a tree house which reminded me of those Enid Blyton's books... LOL.. We were there quite early, around 6pm and the sun was above the sea level... Tip: Do not go too early for dinner.  Initially the hot sun was glaring into our eyes and I have to end up wearing my sunglasses even when I was eating! But after awhile, when the sun was setting, the discomfort was forgotten... the cool breeze in the later evening produces a very romantic ambiance...

The sign on the main road.... 

Walking up to the "Tree house"

The steps leading to the Tree Monkey.... 

Affectionately called Ah Lai... 

Dusky Leaf Monkey but I didn't see him that evening..

The wooden platform overlooking to the sea....

On one side...

Where shall we sit to avoid the sun?

Must find a perfect spot to avoid the sun... 

When will the sun go down?

How about this table?  No, a bit too hot.. 

The food served... 

And the bill and address... 

Towards the sun set....

Lights were on... 

Our sunset dinner for the evening... 

Tip of the day:  Go when the sun has set... 

The food will definitely taste better.. 

LOL.. 

Melissa Bolona: Model Turned Actress on the Rise

It is not uncommon for a model to decide to become an actress. Many models have dreams of being featured on the big screen after being noticed in print ads or the runway. Melissa Bolona is a perfect example of a model who has seen significant fame as an actress. Melissa first got her start as a model and over the past few years has starred in several movies, with many set to release this year.

Model Beginning

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Melissa first got her start in the entertainment industry by becoming a model. She has appeared on several magazine covers including Harper’s Bazaar, Forbes, Latina, Esquire, Vanity Fair and more. She was named Sports Illustrated’s “Lovely Lady of the Day” two times and won the Beach Bunny Supermodel Search Contest in 2013.

While some models try to become an actress instantly without putting in any work, Melissa did not. She studied at several schools in several areas, including going to the popular American Business School located in Paris, graduating from the Pace University of New York with an International Marketing degree and studying performance art at Film Acting Paris while she was abroad.

To continue to hone her acting skills, Melissa works with Harold Guskin, a renowned acting coach in New York. She also works with acting coach Gary Marks when she is in Los Angeles. Additional studies were completed by Melissa at Margie Haber’s studio.

Movie Career

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Melissa’s movie career began with taking part in movies featured weekly, including one known as The Saint and Grace of God. She would star in her first feature film in 2015 with In Stereo, taking on the role as the female lead. She has since starred in several other movies including The Neighbor, Snipped in the Bud, Shark Lake and more. She has co-starred with such renowned actors as John Travolta, James Franco, and Nicolas Cage.

Melissa currently has several movies in post-production that should be released this year including Acts of Violence and The Super.

For a complete list of movies featuring the actress, you can check out Melissa Bolona IMDB.

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