Food & Lifestyle news in Pekan Tondong Bau Sarawak
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SWCS to hold first Welfare Carnival at Boulevard Mall 2 on Oct 17-18
The Social Welfare Council of Sarawak will hold its inaugural 2026 Welfare Carnival on Oct 17 and 18 at Boulevard Mall 2 in Kuching, themed 'Stronger Minds, Safer Choices'. The event marks the council's 77th anniversary and focuses on mental health awareness, emotional resilience and healthy lifestyles, with substance abuse also addressed. Organisers have invited Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian to officiate and will present the Sarawak Southern Region Excellence and Service Awards.
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Borderland Music Festival vendors report strong sales at Sarawak Cultural Village
Food vendors at the Borderland Music Festival in Sarawak Cultural Village, Kuching, enjoyed strong sales over the two-day event. Thai Midai and Chill House Western were among the stalls that drew steady crowds, with vendors saying the festival gave them valuable exposure to visitors from Sarawak and beyond.
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Kuching businesses gear up for Malaysia Day celebration
Businesses in Kuching are preparing for increased demand ahead of the national-level Malaysia Day celebration on Sept 16. Hotels, beauty services and event operators are adjusting operations and rolling out promotions, with Hotel Grand Continental Kuching offering rooms from RM159 per night and a Malaysia-themed hi-tea buffet.
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Sarawak Trade Fair 2026 in Kuching draws China, Bangladesh exhibitors
The Sarawak Trade Fair 2026 will run from Oct 2 to 4 at the Ang Cheng Ho Sports and Community Hall in Batu Kawah, Kuching. Organised by the Sarawak Manufacturers' Association, the three-day fair will feature exhibitors from China and Bangladesh alongside companies from across Sarawak.
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iCafe Chinese Muslim Seafood in Kuching receives halal certification
The iCafe Chinese Muslim Seafood restaurant in Kuching, Sarawak, has obtained halal certification after about 20 years in operation and a year of improvements. Its owner, Muhammad Lukas Lim Abdullah, hopes the certification will boost customer confidence, especially among Muslims from Peninsular Malaysia and tourists.
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10,000 cups of Milo to be given out at Malaysia Day celebration in Kuching
A total of 10,000 cups of Milo will be distributed free to visitors at the 2026 Malaysia Day Celebration at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) in Sarawak on Sept 16. The initiative is part of Milo's target to give out 100,000 free drinks nationwide during National Month, and the celebration will feature cultural performances and be broadcast live.
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Kuching gourmet group, Chef Muluk to publish halal Sarawak recipe book
A Kuching food association and Sarawak chef Abdul Muluk Rambli signed an MoU to produce a Halal Sarawak Cuisine Recipe Book documenting traditional recipes and indigenous ingredients. The signing took place at the association's third anniversary Rainforest Empurau Charity Night in Kuching.
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Dr Sim: Chefs representing Kuching abroad must uphold Unesco gastronomy standards
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said chefs and culinary groups representing Kuching overseas must maintain high standards to protect the city's reputation as a Unesco Creative City of Gastronomy. Speaking at the Persatuan Peminat Gourmet Kuching third anniversary Rainforest Empurau Charity Night on Wednesday, he stressed that representation involves heritage, local ingredients, communities, creativity and sustainability.
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Kuching South council helps Kenyalang residents clear homes after strong winds
Strong winds damaged several homes and blew off roofs in Kenyalang, Kuching. The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) stepped in to help residents, particularly the elderly, clear debris and damaged belongings, and provided bins for waste disposal.
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PPWS fun walk promotes batik, healthy living and charity in Kuching
The Sarawak Women's Association (PPWS) will hold its Batik Pelikat Fun Walk 2026 on October 3 at Pangkalan Sapi in Kuching, expecting about 450 participants. The event promotes a healthy lifestyle and cultural heritage while also raising funds for the association's Care and Share welfare fund.
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Kuching Chess Association launches inaugural Yusuf Cup on Oct 10
The Kuching Chess Association will hold its inaugural Yusuf Cup 2026 on Oct 10 at Pustaka Negeri Sarawak. The tournament, which features over RM5,000 in prizes, aims to become a major local chess event and includes a team competition requiring at least one female player.
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Week-long Gifted Art Gallery 4.0 to showcase special needs artists at Plaza Merdeka
The Gifted Art Gallery 4.0, a week-long event, will be held at Plaza Merdeka in Kuching from Sept 11 to 20. It will feature artworks and performances by eight artists with special needs, along with creative workshops, to promote inclusivity and help families recognize their children's potential.
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Kuching association to launch baking workshop for special needs school leavers
The Kuching Association of Talent Development and Welfare of Special Needs (KATSN) will pilot a baking workshop called The Gifted Kitchen starting in October. The workshop aims to help special needs youths who have graduated from secondary school transition to adulthood and independence. Participants will sell their products and receive 20 percent of the returns.
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Sarawak's 34 ethnic cultures called valuable asset for tourism
Sarawak's Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Snowdan Lawan said the state's 34 gazetted ethnic cultures are a valuable asset for tourism. He spoke at the Miss Tourism Sarawak 2026 pageant in Kuching, saying the event's finalists can promote Sarawak's heritage internationally.
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Junior pickleball camp in Kuching ends, organisers plan monthly clinics and tournament
A three-day junior pickleball camp for children aged seven to 12 was held at The Mad Pickleball courts in Kuching from Sept 2 to 4. Organisers plan to expand the programme with monthly clinics and a junior tournament next year.
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SHARP airlifts air purifiers to Kuching to meet haze-driven demand
As haze worsens in Kuching, SHARP Electronics Malaysia has airlifted air purifiers to the city to replenish stock and meet rising demand. The company's managing director said the move aims to shorten waiting times for consumers during the severe haze period.
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Sarawak minister opens Kuching art exhibition, urges growth to preserve city's soul
Tourism Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah opened the HeadBox Art and/or Mask Exhibition at Westberly Galleria in Kuching on Sunday. He said economic growth should not come at the expense of Kuching's cultural identity and character, recalling the late Abdul Taib Mahmud's vision of a 'city with a soul'. The exhibition features over 60 works by 39 Sarawak-based artists.
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Mambong parish annual sale draws strong support, raises funds for church projects
The St Augustine's Parish Mambong Annual Sale 2026 was held at the Kampung Mambong Community Hall in Kuching on Saturday. The event, officiated by Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Dr Jerip Susil, raised funds for the parish's development, including plans for a new vicarage and upgrading the parish office.
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JKKK Sekama distributes fire safety posters to Kuching residents and businesses
The Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK) Sekama in Kuching is distributing fire safety posters to residents and local businesses. The initiative aims to raise awareness and encourage community participation in preventing fire hazards.
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Pantai Damai rep: Suitable land in Santubong, Telaga Air zones could be developed for padi
Pantai Damai assemblyman Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said suitable land in the Santubong and Telaga Air zones could potentially be developed for padi cultivation. He made the remarks after officiating an agricultural aid handover ceremony at Dewan Sinaran, Kampung Sungai Lumut, where 28 recipients received RM81,000 in assistance.
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Drones to help Pantai Damai farmers boost crop efficiency
Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier's Department, Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi, said drone technology has received encouraging response from farmers in Pantai Damai. He spoke after officiating the AFF Pantai Damai branch agricultural input handover ceremony at Dewan Sinaran, Kampung Sungai Lumut. The technology, introduced through a demonstration in May, is seen as a way to help monitor crops and improve yields.
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Cooking competition brings community together
A cooking competition held in Batu Kawa on Aug 31 fostered community ties as residents shared traditional recipes. Senator Ahmad Ibrahim attended the closing ceremony at Kampung Rantau Panjang, praising the event for strengthening neighbourly bonds and passing on values.
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Bau Hungry Ghost Festival strengthens Chinese cultural heritage
The Hungry Ghost Festival in Bau, Sarawak, held at Pekan Jambusan, drew about 200 association members and is expected to attract 1,000 to 2,000 visitors over two days. District officer Eddy Nayoi highlighted the event's role in preserving Chinese cultural heritage and attracting tourists to Bau.
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Fatimah: Stronger childcare support key to keeping Sarawak women in workforce
Sarawak Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah said stronger childcare support can help women stay in the workforce. She was speaking at the 'Sarawak Women @ Work' programme in Kota Samarahan, citing 2024 statistics showing Sarawak's female labour force participation at 52.7 per cent compared to 85.4 per cent for men.