Convenient MAKANSARI FOODSTREET opens at Aiman Mall

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The MAKANSARI FOODSTREET has been established at the Aiman Mall area here with the aim of providing convenience for university students in the vicinity, says Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman Datuk Peter Minos. He said the newly completed eatery offers a wide range of affordable food and drinks, catering to the budget-conscious […]

Kuching Food Festival 2023, 285 stalls await

BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI KUCHING: The Kuching Food Festival this year is set to feature a total of 285 food stall vendors. The selection process took place at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) office yesterday (June 20). A total of 690 applications were received for the festival. According to Lim Kaa Kuan, the food […]

Ramadan Bazaar an unparalleled convenience

‘Food may be essential as fuel for the body. But good food is fuel for the soul,’ – Malcom Forbes, American entrepreneur and politician. ONE of the best things about the holy month of fasting is Ramadan bazaars. From traditional delicacies to viral desserts, it comes as no surprise that patrons would be spoilt for […]

A Ramadan celebrated in austerity

Cutting food waste is a delicious way of saving money, helping to feed the world and protect the planet. – Tristram Stuart, English author and environmental campaigner Ramadan is one of those most-anticipated occasions for hawkers because it means that their businesses would be well-patronised by shoppers and those who want food and drinks for […]

Hawkers affected by fire receive donation

SIBU: Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Michael Tiang Ming Tee handed over a donation of RM30,000 to the hawkers affected by the fire at the Tapang temporary stall site on Wednesday (Feb 15). Tiang, who is also the Pelawan assemblyman, said according to the plan, the hawkers at the temporary site […]

Kuching Oktoberfest well received, myriad of food, drinks offered

KUCHING: The Kuching Oktoberfest has certainly attracted many visitors as it offers various types of drinks, including tons of delicious food. Here at The Spring Mall, many visitors have gathered early in the evening for the festival to get the taste of Bavarian culture, foods and also get a taste of different typ of beverages […]

All hawkers must be vaccinated

KUCHING: Hawkers, vendors and their workers are all required to be vaccinated, said Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor, Datuk Wee Hong Seng. He said his council had met the hawkers and vendors at the hawker centres and markets on the new policy.  Those who had completed their vaccinations would be given certificates to prove […]

Takeaways only, please!

KUCHING: Food sales and supply activities will only be allowed for takeaways, drive-thru or delivery services from 6am to 8pm during the movement control order (MCO) enforced in Sibu, Kanowit and Selangau from Jan 16 to 29. Under the latest MCO standard operating procedure (SOP), all eateries such as restaurants and food stalls are allowed […]

Hawkers increase sales, income

BAU: While many complained of poor business during the movement control order (MCO), it was the opposite for hawkers operating at the Pasar Tamu here. The hawkers who were interviewed by New Sarawak Tribune yesterday said their sales shot up compared to before the MCO. Besides vegetables and jungle produce, fish and other seafood products […]

Rajit, the blind grill cook

KUCHING: Looking at a dish changing colour while being cooked is the best way to know if the dish is ready to be served. But not for Rajit Hairani, a visually impaired man who grills all the chickens at Ayam Panggang Wak Legend stalls at Sungai Maong here. He simply depends on his sense of […]