KUCHING: Layer cakes are usually served during special events or celebrations in Sarawak. The uniqueness of the layer cake has become one of the attractions in Sarawak to be used as souvenirs for tourists from outside the state. Layer cakes also have a variety of flavours, colours and patterns. In
Spicy porridge is a traditional dish that originated with the Malays in Sambas, West Kalimantan, and was later adapted by Sarawakians. It is usually served at the breaking of fast during the holy month of Ramadan. The porridge is made from refined rice and grated coconut, and the condiment is
KUCHING: Then Ling Ling’s food catering business offering a variety of home-cooked dishes was born out of her love of food in addition to honing her talent in the world of cooking. According to her, the business that she started from her home located at Mile 12, Kuching-Serian road since
Ranee Tennen enjoys all types of good food and enjoys customising common dishes to her liking. The 40-year-old from Kampung Taee, Serian runs a food business in which she sells a variety of homemade main dishes. She believes that doing business is more than just about making money; it is
SIBURAN: Stephanie Amber, 28, started her home-based biscuit and cake business here in 2016 after quitting her job as a sales assistant. She used her salary as her capital. “I still remember the first thing I sold were biscuits. After that, I sold birthday cakes,” she recalled. “When I was
MUKAH: “All entrepreneurs need to improve themselves to gain more knowledge. In the business world, increased knowledge is an asset and gives an advantage to an entrepreneur, especially to compete at a more challenging global level,” says Abdul Yakub Arbi. The Balingian assemblyman said this in his speech in front
For businessman Shahrulnizam Samawi, 34, his journey in business began in 2015 on a small scale. He started by becoming a dropship agent for a local brand beauty product company, and after seeing an opportunity for success, he became determined to seriously pursue a career in business and launched his
SARATOK: Longhouse communities who wish to build new homes can take advantage of interest-free loans of up to RM30,000 per door through the Longhouse Loan Scheme provided by the Sarawak government. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said this included a longhouse in Selambong, which is now 39 years old. “I was
KUCHING: Demand for second-hand goods has been increasing in recent times as people look for alternatives to reduce expenses following the rising cost of living. Nash Tasha Nanggai, who sells second-hand goods, says her customers are from all walks of life – from the low income to the high income.
BINTULU: The Bintulu Tourism Promotion Association is dismayed that some officers of the Immigration Department are involved in migrant smuggling syndicates. Its chairman Ismawi Ishak, said their involvement could affect border security and potentially create a negative impact on the local socio-economy. Apart from being illegal, their actions can cause
