Kimi Tomas, the 2023 Mrs Global Asian winner, may have triumphed in Melaka in February this year, but her unshakable desire to showcase her Bornean identity to the world has never wavered. In October, the beauty queen released her debut single in her native language Iban, titled “Telai Pengerindu” (Whispers
Craving for Sarawak food, but you live in Peninsular Malaysia? Worry no more because Lengis Restaurant has a wide selection of foods that will satisfy all of your cravings. Sarawakian flavours in Selangor People from the Land of the Hornbills who live in Peninsular Malaysia, especially in Selangor and Kuala
I still recall my first taste of idli given by our lab cleaner, Aunty Selamah — the white, smooth, fluffy, and slightly tangy cake was unquestionably a chef’s kiss when dipped into the spicy coconut milk chutney! Aunty Selamah, who quietly observed me eating, would give me this famous Indian
The recent Kita Food Festival: Four-Hand Dinner paired chefs Anthony Yeoh from Summer Hill, Singapore, with John Lim from Roots Bistronomy, Kuching, for an unforgettable night as both chefs successfully brought their best, incorporating seasonal and non-seasonal local ingredients into their carefully curated bistro dishes. Familiar food prepared in novel
I am sure K-pop fans still haven’t completely “healed” after being “bombarded” with incredible performances over the last weekend by South Korean stars, namely Taeyang, CL, Suho, and Hyo. A thrilling two-day music extravaganza The electrifying two-day Borneo Sonic Music Festival (BSMF), which was organised by BME International (Malaysia) Sdn
Who would have thought that the combination of lamb and wagyu skewers with Mee Sedap offered at a renowned food festival would become a huge hit with the public? Well, Toko Daging has proven it. A taste you’ll remember Here’s some good news for fans of meat skewers — Toko
Wesley Juntan, widely recognised by his brand name Wesley Hilton, has unveiled a remarkable creation, the Francissca Peter customised Barbie doll, paying tribute to the iconic Malaysian singer. According to Wesley, he feels very honoured to create a doll for Francissca Peter because, to him, she is a living legend
Hornbills are totally protected under the Wild Life Protection Ordinance 1998. If found guilty, any person can be imprisoned for two years and fined RM25,000. To protect the bird’s habitat, the Sarawak Forestry Corporation has been establishing protected areas in Sarawak, such as national parks, nature reserves, and wildlife sanctuaries.
Unlike in Peninsular Malaysia, hornbills in Sarawak are often linked to the culture and history of the indigenous people. Hornbills are often hunted for their attractive feathers, casque, and sometimes meat. These hornbill parts are also sought after for traditional rituals, crafts, and decorative items. Deeply intertwined with tradition, culture,
Hornbills are synonymous with Sarawak. In fact, Sarawak is home to eight of the 62 hornbill species that exist worldwide, including the iconic Rhinoceros Hornbill, also called Kenyalang by the Iban. However, how accurately can Sarawakians name or classify the eight hornbill species? How well do you know your hornbills?
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