SARAWAKIAN WORDS

Lets Learning SARAWAKIAN Word

- Meaning

• 1. Kamek  - Saya
      Kitak - Awak
  
      Ayat : Kamek  suka ngan kitak ewhh
      Maksud : Saya suka dengan awak laa
  
  2. Sidak nya - Mereka
  
      Ayat  :   Sidak nya udah pergi tek
      Maksud : Mereka sudah pergi tadi
  
  3. Nya  -  Dia
  
      Ayat : Badan nya kurus alu
      Maksud : Badan dia kurus sangat.
  
  4. Sia - Itu
  
      Ayat : Sia nya kitak empun buku.
      Maksud : Itu dia awak punya buka..
  
  5. Sinun - Sana  # Menunjukkan sangat jauh
  
      Ayat - Nya main bola dekat sinun
      Maksud : Dia main bola dekat sana
  
  6. Sitok - Sini
  
     Ayat : Mak nyuruh kitak main bola dekat sitok ajak.
     Maksud : Mak suruh awak main bola dekat sini sahaja.
  
  7.  Ngegeh - Gedik
  
       Ayat : Ngegeh mena ompuan ya ewhh..
       Maksud : Gedik betul perempuan tu..
  
  8. Aok - Ya
  
     Ayat - Aok, kamek belum tepon nya gik.
     Maksud : Ya, saya belum telefon dia lagi..
  
  9. Sik ada / Sekda - Tidak ada..
  
      Ayat : Sik , bukan kamek nok ngambik barang ya tek..
      Maksud : Tak , bukan saya yang ambil barang tu tadi..
  
  10.  Iboh - Jangan
  
         Ayat : Iboh kita ngaco nya..
         Maksud : Jangan awak kacau dia..
  
  11. Kelakar - Bercakap
  
        Ayat : Kamek mok kelakar ngan kitak kejap sebab kamek bosan..
        Maksud : Saya nak bercakap dengan awak sekejap sebab saya bosan.
  
  12. Cali - Lawak
  
       Ayat : Cali mena muka kitak ya..
       Maksud : Lawak betul muka awak.
  
  
  13. Manas - Marah
  
        Ayat : Aieeee , iboh laa manas kelak cepat tua..
        Maksud : Laaaaa, jangan laa marah nanti cepat tua..
  
  14. Sine - Mana
  
       Ayat : Sine mok carik alatan sekolah ?
       Maksud : Mana nak cari alatan sekolah ?
  
  15. Kacak - Cantik/ Hensem
  
       Ayat : 1. Kacak mena pemandangan dekat sitok..
                 2. Kacak mena ompuan tadik ya ewhh
       Maksud : 1. Cantik betul pemandangan dekat sini..
                       2. Cantik betul permpuan tadi tu..
  
  16. Dibah - Bawah
  
       Ayat : Pusak ya ada dekat dibah meja..
       Maksud : Kucing tu ada dekat bawah meja..
  
  17. Nyaman  - Sedap
    
        Ayat : Masakan nok mak kamek masak anang nyaman..
        Maksud : masakan yang mak saya masak memang sedap..
  
  18. Tikam - Baling/ Lontar
  
        Ayat : Iboh tikam sampah ya dekat luar penjan..
        Maksud : Jangan baling sampah itu dekat luar tingkap.
  
  19. Kenja / Kenjit / Ranggat - Gatal
  
        Ayat : Iboh mok mengenja dekat sitok..
        Maksud : Jangan nak menggatal dekat sini..
  
  20. Angol - Pening
  
       Ayat - Angol palak kamek dengan olah kitak
       Maksud - Pening kepala saya dengan perangai awak
  
  21. Nerais - Jerit
  
         Ayat - Iboh nerais kuatkuat
         Maksud - Jangan jerit kuatkuat
  
  22. Inggar - Geram
  
         Ayat - Inggar sa nyawa kamek
         Maksud - Geram rasa hati saya
  
  23. Nginang - Pelihara
  
         Ayat - Kamek nginang pusak
         Maksud - Saya pelihara kucing
  
  24.  segal / Tegal  : Disebabkan. 
  
         Ayat : Segal nak makey hp mahal snggup nak brabis duit gaji bulan tuk.
         Maksud : Disebabkan nak pakai hp mahal sanggup nak habiskan duit gaji bulan ni.. 
  
  25. Mutit -Kutip
  
        Ayat  : Bagus belajar rajinrajin mun sik kereja mutit sampah
        Maksud : Bagus belajar rajinrajin kalau tak kerja kutip sampah
  
  
  26. Pelanpelan - perlahan
  
  
        Ayat : Pelanpelan embak keta
        Maksud : Perlahan bawa kereta
  
  27. Nyerin - Bingit
  
        Ayat :  Nyerin nar bunyi radio di pasang ktk ya.
        Maksud : Bingit betul bunyi radio di pasang awak tu.. 
  
  28. Menjus -Bermasam muka
  
        Ayat : Kenak muka kitak menjus ?
        Maksud : Kenapa muka awak masam ?
  
  
  29. Gerek - Pakwe / Makwe
  
  
         Ayat : Kamek sayang ngan gerek kamek
         Maksud : Saya sayang dengan pakwe/makwe saya
  
  
  30.  Ngindin - Tumpang sekaki
  
  
         Ayat : Ada duit tapi sik meli makanan kedirik pakeinya.. Ngindin jak kereja nya..
         Maksud : Ada duit tapi tak beli makan sendiri untuk dia.. Kerja tumpang orang saja..
  
  31. Dudi - Kemudian
  
        Ayat : Hal ya dudi dolok laa
        Maksud : Hal itu kemudian dulu laa
  
  32.  Mengambor - Berselerak / Bersepah
  
  
        Ayat : Coba kitak susun barang kitak ya mengambor alu
        Maksud : Cuba awak susun barang awak tu berselerak betul
  
  33. Tertilit-tilit - Mengintai
  
         Ayat : Apa yang kitak tertilit-tilit anak dara orang ya  sik bagus ewh.
         Maksud : Apa yang awak intai anak dara orang tu tak bagus laa..
  
  34.  Belon - Kapal Terbang
  
  
         Ayat : Angol palak kamek lekak nait belon
         Maksud : Pening kepala saya lepas naik kapal terbang
  
  
  35. Lejuk - Bosan
  
  
        Ayat : Lejuk kamek mok nangga cita ya..
        Maksud : Bosan saya nak tengok cerita tu.
  
  
  36. Jerak - Serik
  
  
        Ayat : Jerak udah kamek mok bergerek gik mala kenak bulak jakjak
        Maksud : Serik sudah saya nak berkapel lagi selaku kena tipu je.
  
  
  37. Itok - Teringat tak hentihenti
  
  
         Ayat : Itok kamek dengan bekas gerek kamek
         Maksud : Teringat saya dengan bekas bf/gf saya.
  
         

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OTHERS INFORMATION ON SARAWAK ! :)

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ON SARAWAK

Being the largest of 13 states in Malaysia, Sarawak covers 124,450 sq km (slightly smaller than Greece or Mississippi), and stretches over 750km of the northeast Borneo. It makes up 37.5% of land area in the country.

Sarawak is unique in that there are significant differences in culture, administration and lifestyle from those in Peninsular Malaysia. Roughly 28 ethnic groups make up Sarawak’s population of 2.4 million people; each with its own language, traditions and way of life. The largest of these groups is the Iban people, who make up 31% of the population, followed by ethnic Chinese (28%), Malay (20%), Bidayuh (8%), Melanau (6%), Orang Ulu (5%), Indian, Eurasian and smaller indigenous groups (total of 2%).

Sarawak is renowned for its abundance in natural resources. Liquid natural gas, crude oil and tropical hardwood timber are the stalwarts of the economy. Agriculture (oil palm), together with light industries in food processing, shipbuilding and electronics, is becoming increasingly more important.

Centuries ago, Sarawak was once part of the Bruneian empire. The Sultan of the empire awarded the state of Sarawak, by degree, to a British adventurer who helped eradicate the problem of piracy off the coast of northern Borneo. He was James Brooke, the first White Rajah of Sarawak. The Brooke family were much-loved benign rulers from 1841 to 1946, after which Sarawak became a British Crown Colony before gaining independence through the formation of Malaysia.

Kuching is the capital city of Sarawak, with an estimated population of 600,000. In northern Sarawak, Miri is the main city (263,000). Sibu (254,000) and Bintulu (196,000) are the main towns in central Sarawak.

English is widely spoken throughout the state, though Bahasa Malaysia (Malay) is the official language. Other local languages include Mandarin, Hokkien and other major Chinese and ethnic dialects. There is also a Sarawak version of Malay, called “Bahasa Sarawak” or “Melayu Sarawak”. Tours are available in a variety of languages. Check with your local tour operator.

The Equator cuts through Borneo less than 100 km south of Sarawak. This is truly the wet tropics. Tropical showers can be expected throughout the year, but there are two distinct seasons: November to March is rainy whilst April to October is drier. Comfortable clothing of natural fibres is best worn in our climate.

Like the rest of Malaysia, Sarawak’s currency is the Malaysian Ringgit (RM). Banks, 24-hour ATMs and money changers are found in main airports and urban centres. International Banks like HSBC, Standard Chartered and OCBC can be found in larger cities like Kuching and Miri.

*for more information http://sarawakcb.com/sarawak-destination/information-on-sarawak/

Arts of Sarawak

SARAKRAF PAVILION

Location: Kuching This Chinese-Colonial style mansion houses a workshop where a wide range of crafts are demonstrated. A huge variety of authentic Sarawak handicrafts are on sale, visitors may sign up for courses to study many different types of craft skills, and traditional dance lessons are also offered.

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SARAWAK POTTERY Location: Kuching Pottery made in Sarawak is of two distinctive types - one done by the Iban, Murut and Kelabit potters and the other by Chinese potters. Today, the range of Sarawak's potters have improved vastly as they create ceramic stools, drinking water cisterns, decorative jars and vases, lamps, candle holders, ashtrays, teapots, mugs and even photo frames. Attractive souvenir items are also produced, ideal for tourists and visitors. Even the locals use Sarawak pottery as gifts during official functions and special occasions. Where to get: KUCHING Yong Huat Heng Brick & Earthenware Factory , 5th Mile Penrissen Rd, 93250 Kuching, Sarawak. Tel : +6082 451540 or H/P: +6019 8166266   Bricks & Earthenware Factory, 5th Mile Jln. Penrissen, 93250 Kuching, Sarawak. Tel: +6082 451540   Tradelink Management Sdn Bhd, Sarawak Ceramic Centre, Blok D, Demak Laut Industrial Park Phase III, Jalan Bako, 93050 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: +6019-8580695   Ally Enterprise Sdn Bhd, Sarawak Ceramic Centre, Blok B, Demak Laut Industrial Park Phase III, Jalan Bako , 93050 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: +6014 - 6854300   Heliconia Craft Collection, Blok C, Demak Laut Industrial Park Phase III, Jalan Bako , 93050 , Kuching, Sarawak Tel: +6013 - 8230219   Alwani Collection, Blok C, Demak Laut Industrial Park Phase III, Jalan Bako, 93050 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: +6012-6792678 SIBU Earthenware Factory Sdn. Bhd. , 18 Lrg. Teng Kung Sui, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak. Tel: +6084 213633   Toh Brothers Pottery, 8 ½ Mile Jln. Oya, P.O. Box 32, 96007 Sibu, Sarawak. Tel: +6084 344151

GALLERY   for more information http://www.sarawaktourism.com/index.php?catid=9&cityid=&scat=&option=com_jumi&fileid=3&Itemid=75&lang=en&page=2

ACCOMMODATION

TOP 10 HOTEL IN SARAWAK

360 URBAN RESORT (also known as 360 Hotel). Located within 5 minutes from Kuching's central business district, the hotel offers the choice of two towers. The newly refurbished Tower A comprises 178 brand new rooms and suites while the existing Tower B offers 95 rooms and ... Location: Kuching  |  Rating:

56 HOTEL Sounds of the city on a busy morning as you chauffeured into the driveway of 56 Hotel, the warm reception soothing to the senses as you make your way to your cozy room. Strategically located in the business district, hotel subtly combines business and leisure. We’re just 10 minutes’ drive from ... Location: Kuching

ABELL HOTEL Abell Boutique Hotel's interior is sleek, fresh, chic and contemporary with modern amenities. Creatively designed, with "colours" as the main concept depicting Malaysia's vibrant culture & culinary heritage, it fuses comfort and style to offer restful rooms, a funky lobby, convenient function room plus an exciting restaurant and bar in ... Location: Kuching  |  Rating:

APOLLO HOTEL Room Facility: air conditioning, direct dial telephone, satelite/cable tv, hot/cold running water, long bath, shower. Rooms: 19 Location: Miri  |  Admission Fee: RM 45-55

ARIVA GATEWAY KUCHING Ariva Gateway Kuching is a purpose-built serviced apartment complex featuring 72 deluxe serviced apartments ranging from 1-3 rooms, and available for daily or long-term use. Guest amenities include swimming pool, fitness centre, breakfast room, meeting rooms and business centre facilities. Ariva Gateway Kuching is ideal for business and leisure travelers ... Location: Kuching  |  Rating:

BATANG AI LONGHOUSE RESORT MANAGED BY HILTON A shining example of sustainable eco-tourism, the Batang Ai Longhouse Resort, managed by Hilton with its untouched surroundings offer visitors a rich cultural experience and a wide range of leisure activities. Sitting on the fringes of one of the world’s oldest rainforests, the resort has 100 guest rooms in 11 ... Location: Sri Aman  |  Rating:

BATIK BOUTIQUE HOTEL Batik Boutique Hotel is a lifestyle hotel which caters to the needs of today’s business and leisure traveller. It provides all the elements of a luxury accommodation and yet is able to treat its guests as part of the family. From our fifteen stylishly designed rooms, unconventional hotel facilities, to ... Location: Kuching

BORNEO HIGHLANDS RESORT & SPA Welcome to Borneo Highlands Resort, one of the most exciting and unique environmentally friendly resort. Cocooned in a lush jungle and snuggled within the hills 1000 meters above sea level, it is a retreat one of its kind, offering an exclusive membership club and truly unique residential development by creating ... Location: Kuching

CAPITOL (98) HOTEL A Budget Hotel in Sibu town with 30 rooms. *Rating: 2 orkid Location: Sibu  |  Admission Fee: RM 42-70

CITADINES UPLANDS KUCHING Set in the culturally rich city of Kuching, Citadines Uplands is located in the prime location of Jalan Simpang Tiga, a hub for education and local federal government administration offices. Across is The Spring Shopping Centre, one of the largest shopping malls in East Malaysia, and this strategic location provides ... Location: Kuching *for more information http://www.sarawaktourism.com/en/itinerary/itin?catid=7

HERITAGE OF SARAWAK

GUNUNG MULU NATIONAL PARK - A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE Location: Miri Gunung Mulu is Sarawak's largest national park (544 sq km), and also Malaysia's first World Heritage Area, a status it was awarded in 2000. It is most famous for its limestone cave systems, including the world's largest natural chamber (the Sarawak Chamber), the world's largest cave passage (Deer Cave) and the longest cave in Southeast Asia (Clearwater Cave). The park's main attractions are the four show caves (Wind, Clearwater, Deer and Langs Caves), all readily accessible by wooden walkways and paths. Other fascinating sights and activities include; a bat observatory; a 480m rainforest canopy skywalk (the world's longest tree-based walkway); adventure caving trips to some of Mulu's less accessible caves; the challenging Mulu Summit climb, the spectacular Pinnacles trail, and the historic Headhunter's trail through remote rainforest scenery.  Situated 100 km from the coast, the park is dominated by three mountains; Gunung Mulu (2,376m), Gunung Api (1,750m), and the as yet unconquered Gunung Benarat (1,585m). Gunung Mulu is sandstone, whilst Gunung Api and Gunung Benarat are formed from limestone and therefore have different geographical features. The summit of Gunung Mulu is covered by moss forests and stunted montane vegetation, whilst razor-sharp limestone pinnacles, some as high as 50 metres, are found on the upper slopes of Gunung Api. The park's forest ecosystems include peatswamp, heath, mixed dipterocarp, moss forest and montane vegetation; home to thousands of species of ferns, fungi, mosses and flowering plants, including 170 species of orchid and 10 species of pitcher plants, an impressive variety of mammals, birds (including 8 species of hornbill), frogs, fish and insects.  Mulu's wildlife is often heard but not seen, but visitors are almost certain to encounter bats, swiftlets, cave dwelling insects, snakes, lizards, tree frogs and an abundance of beautiful butterflies.  Visitors may not enter any of the caves or the Mulu Canopy Skywalk without a Park Guide. For most trails, including the Mulu Summit climb, the Pinnacles trail and the Headhunter's trail, a Park Guide is also mandatory. Bookings and payment of fees can be made at the park office. If you require a Park Guide you need to book the day before. During peak season, guides for popular activities such as the Pinnacles trail may be fully booked weeks in advance.

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SARAWAK, where Business & Adventure meet…

Sarawak, Borneo is a Business Tourism destination with a difference. Here, the Old World charm is complemented by the blessings of modern technology and corporate culture. There is nowhere else on earth that offers the sleekness of the corporate world in tandem with the wild reality of orangutans and rainforests. It's the perfect environment to unleash new ways of thinking to thrive in today’s challenging business environment.The Sarawak Convention Bureau (SCB) helps connect associations, corporate organizations and government bodies with all the necessary elements to ensure your meeting is a success. Our services include convention bidding, developing new meetings, venue & vendor selection, support to convention & incentive groups and delegate boosting.Your Borneo adventure begins here…

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History of Sarawak

Sarawak - People and History

Little is known about the first inhabitants of Borneo. Human bones some 50,000 years old have been found in Sarawak, but these almost certainly did not belong to the ancestors of the present inhabitants. The indigenous peoples of Borneo speak languages belonging to the Austronesian family. The original Austronesians, perhaps originating in mainland Asia, became a maritime people who, several thousand years ago, began to expand across the Pacific and Indian oceans. Over time they founded hundreds of nations, and today their descendants can be found on Taiwan and in Malaysia, in the Phillipines and New Zealand, on Madagascar and Hawaii, and on countless islands in between.
Some three hundred years ago the territory that is now Sarawak came under the dominion of the Sultan of Brunei. Brunei was one of several Malay sultanates that had been established on the coast of Borneo in the preceding centuries. Although these small states contolled maritime trade and much of the coast, effective authority did not extend far inland.

When James Brooke, an English trader and adventurer, arrived in Brunei in the 1840's, the state was in decline. Rebellion had broken out against the Sultanate. Brooke allied himself with the Sultan, using his gunboat to suppress the revolt. In exchange, the Sultan ceded to him a portion of his territory. Brooke become king, or "Rajah", of Sarawak, and over the following decades, as Brunei continued to decline, Sarawak annexed most of the Sultanate's remaining territory. Brooke founded a dynasty that lasted until 1941. During this time, Sarawak was an independent country ruled by a white monarchy. Although the Rajahs were British citizens, Sarawak did not formally become a British colonial possession until after World War II.
When Britain granted independence to Malaysia in 1963, Sarawak (along with Sabah) were included in the new nation. With an area of 124,000 square kilometres, Sarawak constitutes 38% of the national territory. But while Malaysia has a population of 18 million, Sarawak is home to only 1.5 million people.
The people of Sarawak fall into 26 distinct ethnic groups or nations, each with its own language. Most of these peoples are collectively referred to as "Dayaks". Among these are the Iban, Bidayuh, Kenyah, Kayan, Kedayan, Murut, Punan, Bisayah, Kelabit, Berawan and Penan. Most of these Dayak peoples came to Borneo thousands of years ago. Malays and Chinese, who arrived more recently, constitute a large percentage of the coastal and urban population.
Most of the people of Sarawak are sedentary farmers who live in communal longhouses and practice swidden rice agriculture (shifting cultivation). Of the thousands of people who still led a nomadic existence at the end of the nineteenth century, fewer than two hundred Eastern Penan continue to live as wanderers. They are one of the world's few surviving societies of nomads.

Event occur in Sarawak

BORNEO INTERNATIONAL YACHTING CHALLENGE Venue: Miri Marina Miri Sarawak  |  Start Date: 07.31.2013  |  End Date: 07.31.2013 Borneo International Yachting the first truly international yachting event in the waters of Borneo, it’s a joint effort of two Malaysian Borneo States, Brunei and Federal Territory of Labuan. Since 2003 we have had an average of 20 boats from all over the world participating, from as far as St Vincent. This year the start of the race has been timed to coincide with the schedule of Sail Malaysia Passage to the East Rally, so it is expected many more cruising yachts will join for some friendly racing. PADAWAN RAFT SAFARI Venue: Kampung Annah Rais, Kampung Temurang, Kampung Danu, Kampong Git River Safari in Padawan is a bamboo rafting competition.  The journey down river, which will take more than three and a half hours, passes some amazing picturesque scenesand rapids which are the natural obstacles of the Safari. Picture yourself in a bamboo raft with family or friends crushing down a crystal clear river and surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Mother Nature all along the way. That is what the Padawan Raft Safari 2012 is about, a chance to get close to nature, enjoy its natural wealth and possibly win attractive prizes too! The events had been held for more than 5 years and the main reasons why many participants come back to this river are the great scenery and chances to get close up to nature along the ride down the river. With dense forest lining either side of the river bank, the huge outcrop of rock at various stretches of the river is a marvel to see. The water is relatively clean and of varying depths. Participants can experience the famous Giam Rapids as part of the challenge. It would be difficult and costly for anyone to experience this river ride on their own and therefore this Raft Safari is in fact a great opportunity to enjoy the very nature’s bounty here. The Padawan Raft Safari 2013, a not-to-be-missed nature ride, guarantees once again, a smashing time along Sungai Sarawak Kiri in the Padawan area.  Local as well as international participants will get to enjoy the great scenery and get close up to nature along the ride down the river. The dense forest lining either side of the river bank and the huge outcrop of rock at various stretches of the river is a marvel to see. One can also get to experience the challenge of the famous Giam Rapids and enjoy the clean and cool water.  Jointly organized by Padawan Municipal Council,  Ministry of Tourism Malaysia in collaboration with government agencies and NGOs, the site also see a line up of other activities this year such as open stores, exhibition booths, sale of food, arts, crafts and souvenirs with cultural and entertainment shows contributing to a fun filled, wholesome nature experience. The event will be held on 7th July 2013 (Sunday). The starting points are at Kpg Annah Rais, Kpg Temurang and Kpg Danu(flag-off from 7.00 am to 9:00a.m. according to category) and finishing at Kpg Git (closing ceremony at 3:00p.m.). There will be a total of approximately 40 km for the Rafting Expert category and Kayaking and 26 km for the other rafting categories along the Sungai Sarawak Kiri.   Rafting Category: 1. Expert; 2. Men Open; 3. Women; 4. Government Departments 5. Hotels & Tour Agencies.  Category: Open. Come along now with your family and friends and experienced the Kayak and Bamboo Raft ride  down the crystal clear river water, surrounded by beautiful mother nature scenery all the way. While giving yourself a chance to enjoy its natural wealth, one can also win attractive cash prizes and trophies and at reasonable entry fees. DO NOT MISS THIS OPPURTUNITY! REGISTRATION  Registration is open now and to be made on official entry form together with payment of entry fee at the office of Padawan Municipal Council during normal office hours.

Foods

Sarawak Laksa

Sarawak Laksa – De Facto State Dish of Sarawak  

 

Sarawak Laksa is the “de-facto” state dish of Sarawak.

Due to lack of worldwide publicity, this cuisine has long been neglected in the ranking of Malaysian cuisines as it is a treasure hidden in the eastern state of Malaysia on the island of Borneo.

Though its popularity has yet to stretch to other States in Malaysia, but it had started to gain popularity internationally.

While Sarawak Laksa had never appeared in any food ranking of Malaysian Cuisines, most people (including Malaysian themselves) may be surprised that as at 30 May, 2013, goggling “Sarawak Laksa” yielded 243,000 results whereas goggling “Assam Laksa” and “Curry Laksa” yielded only 143,000 and 158,000 results respectively.

Worldwide, in big cities like Melbourne, Toronto, restaurants that sells Sarawak cuisines will definitely have Sarawak laksa and its siblings “Kolo Mee” on the menu. In 2012, the Sarawak Tourism Board in its blog polls concerning top 10 iconic foods of Sarawak, Sarawak Laksa comfortably ranked no.1 and followed by Kolo Mee.

Sarawak Laksa is unique in that it is a fusion between Penang Assam Laksa and the Curry Laksa. It is both tamarind based and coconut milk based. It is not as greasy (“lemak”) as curry laksa and it is not as sourish as the Assam Laksa. No people in my circle be it Assam Laksa Lover of Curry laksa lover have ever rejected our offer of Sarawak laksa.

Sarawak Tourism Board gave a very brief but concise definition of Sarawak Laksa as follows:

“The Sarawak Laksa is essentially vermicelli rice noodles (bee hoon), cooked in a shrimp-based broth that is made to thicken with coconut milk. This dish is served with generous amounts of crunchy bean sprouts, a few boiled prawns and garnished with shredded chicken and slivers of egg omelette. For added spice, there’s the thick sambal paste that is usually served on the side. For some extra pizzazz you can squeeze some lime juice (limau kasturi) into your dish as well.”

This treasure have yet to be discovered by both Malaysian and worldwide foodies but asking any tourist or visitors who have ever visited Sarawak, it is unlikely anyone have not tried or forgotten this unique cuisine. It is time that this De-facto Sarawak State Dish be given a status or recognition and introduced to the world officially. The ranking of Malaysian delicacies will not be complete with the omission of Sarawak Laksa. For more detail on Sarawak Laksa, its history, ways of preparation, please visit https://www.facebook.com/SarawakFoodHistory

 AYAM PANSOH

Eating local food in Kuching, Sarawak is one of the things every traveler or visitor must try when you are here. The choices are totally different from West Malaysia and Sarawakian Food in very unique in their own ways. You can actually find them at a number of places around Kuching town especially when you walk around the main town. Usually when I visit Kuching town, especially around the Waterfront area, I would explore new restaurants and cafes in search for some exotic Sarawakian food like the Ayam Pansoh in the picture above. This amazing dish is cooked in a bamboo before being served to you