KUCHING: As Ramadan approaches, various food and beverage vendors are preparing to showcase their culinary delights at Ramadan bazaars across the city.
For 18-year-old entrepreneur Airis Qayla Hafeez, the coming month is not just a time for spiritual reflection and family gatherings but also an important period for her business.
“I feel excited and grateful for the coming month. It is a special time for reflection, prayer, and spending quality moments with family and the community.
“It is also an important season for food vendors like me, as many people look forward to enjoying traditional foods and drinks after a day of fasting,” she told Sarawak Tribune.
Airis, who will participate in a Ramadan bazaar this year said she looks forward to serving her signature packed food.
She said her mango slices and bandung with belacan (shrimp paste) dips are often sold out.
“These are refreshing and flavorful choices, perfect for breaking fast, and I hope they bring joy to those who try them,” she said.
Beyond sales, Airis said the Ramadan bazaar is an opportunity to connect with the community and create meaningful experiences through food.
“My goal has always been to provide high-quality yet affordable options,” she said.
At the same time, Dyg Nuriznaini Awg Jobli echoed the same enthusiasm as she gears up for the Ramadan bazaar at Kota Sentosa.
The 30-year-old said she is excited about the upcoming Ramadan and looks forward to serving crowds of different backgrounds, races and religions.
“I feel happy and cannot wait for the upcoming Ramadan. I will be selling Alia Kebab, Roti John, and assorted nuts.
“I hope what I have to offer will bring joy to the public who stops by my stall to make a purchase. May this Ramadan be filled with blessings and I hope everyone will have a meaningful and fulfilling fasting month,” she said.
Amidst the excitement surrounding participation in Ramadan bazaars, dessert maker Nadyatul Amirah Abusamah shared that she will continue to operate on an order-based model this year.
The 30-year-old explained that unfortunately, she could not secure a spot at any Ramadan bazaars.
“However, I am actively looking for opportunities to become a vendor and offer my desserts at any available Ramadan bazaars. While nothing has come through yet, I remain hopeful,” she said.
As she’s running the small business alone, Nadyatul said she lacks the manpower to operate a stall at a Ramadan bazaar.
“Managing everything on my means I have to prioritise my time and resources carefully. While I would love to participate in a Ramadan bazaar, it requires more hands-on support than I can currently provide.
“For now, focusing on fulfilling orders allows me to maintain the quality and personal touch that my customers expect,” she said.
