Ramadan bazaars slapped with 75 violations
BINTULU: A total of 75 various offence notices have been issued to seven Ramadan bazaars by both the Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) and the Bintulu Divisional Health Office yesterday. “Among the offences committed are failure to produce food handler documents, food handlers not wearing appropriate attire, food handlers wearing accessories, and improper food storage,” said […]
Ramadan bazaars a go-to food stop despite prices
KOTA SAMARAHAN: With the wide variety of food and beverages on sale at Ramadan bazaars here, it could be tempting for buyers to buy everything that is available. However, present-day prices may be a damper with traders more often than not being unable to give the best price because they need to cover their costs. […]
Emphasis on food safety at Ramadan bazaars
MERADONG: The Sarikei Division Health Office (DHO) today held a walkabout programme at the Ramadan bazaar here. The walkabout was led by an officer of Sarikei DHO, Dr Johny Kelak who met with the traders to raise awareness on the importance of food safety and handling. He also took the opportunity to distribute pamphlets to […]
Dr Sim stresses sustainable practices at Ramadan bazaars
BY MA CHEE SENG & SAMUEL KARUNIA KORNO & LEONG Z-KEEN KUCHING: Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian has stressed the need for sustainable practices, such as introducing eco-friendly food containers at the upcoming Ramadan bazaars, to address the early bushfires and unusual weather patterns linked to climate change. The Deputy Premier said this after […]
SEDC Ramadan bazaars feature 243 entrepreneurs
KUCHING: The Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) Ramadan bazaars will feature a total of 243 entrepreneurs selling various products ranging from food to clothing. The opening ceremony of the SEDC Ramadan bazaars was officiated by SEDC chairman Tan Sri Datuk Amar Dr Abdul Aziz Husain at UTC Kuching on Tuesday (March 12). Abdul Aziz commenced […]
DBKU’s Ramadan bazaars open to great excitement
BY JAMES WONG KUCHING: The Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) Ramadan Bazaars officially began yesterday (Mar 23). It has three bazaars for this year’s Ramadan, namely, Satok, Semarak and Sukma. The Satok bazaar was launched early yesterday by Datuk Ibrahim Baki, the assemblyman for the area. A total of 189 food operators are participating in […]
Councils stress food hygiene, safety at popular Ramadan bazaars
KUCHING: One of the most awaited events which marks the fasting month is the Ramadan bazaar. Small business owners would often seize the opportunity to get a hawker stall spot at Ramadan bazaars that have become very popular over the years. Offering various delicacies and snacks to beverages, the public is often spoilt for choice. […]
Ramadan Bazaars to sell household items, Raya attires
KOTA PADAWAN: The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) allows hawkers to sell household items, Hari Raya attires as well as fireworks and firecrackers in addition to food and beverages at its Ramadan Bazaars. The council has announced 11 locations for its Ramadan bazaars. MPP deputy chairman Senator Datuk Ahmad Ibrahim said, “The council has taken into […]
Follow SOPs at Ramadan Bazaars
SIBU: People are urged to adhere to the standard operating procedures (SOPs) while visiting the Ramadan Bazaars here to curb the spread of COVID-19. The call was made by Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) chairman Councillor Clarence Ting Ing Horh after the launch of the Electronic and Electrical Waste Collection Centre at Taman Grand Height, Jalan […]
They miss the food and drinks
KUCHING: There are no Ramadan bazaars in the state for the second consecutive year because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Many food lovers miss the wide variety of food and drinks sold at the colourful bazaars. The regulars to these bazaars comprise Muslims and non-Muslims. Following are comments from non-Muslims on why they miss the Ramadan […]
