KUCHING: In conjunction with the naming of Kuching as the ‘Creative City of Gastronomy’, by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation), Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is launching a Tik Tok campaign and competition to tell the world the best places to eat in the city.
The council is calling on the city’s residents to send it a 30-second video.
Mayor of MBKS, Datuk Wee Hong Seng added that the council was also gearing up for the launch of Kuching Festival which was coming back after a lapse of two years.
“In Tik Tok style, taken in their favorite food and beverage outlets, the residents will tell us why their choices top their lists and why Kuching deserves the title of “Creative City of Gastronomy’.
“The best way to learn about Kuching’s food is from a local, so we have hit on this Tik Tok competition.
“All languages spoken in Sarawak are welcome, and subtitles are recommended when necessary. The video must be less than 30 seconds and follows the Tik Tok’s format.
“For those who don’t know yet about the Tik Tok format, this should be a vertical video, 1080×1920, the size of a standard smartphone screen, usually 9:16 ratio and no bigger than 287.6 MB. The social media accept a range of video formats including mp4, .mov, .avi, and .gif,” he shared.
Meanwhiile, strategic director of UCCN Kuching, Karen Shepherd emphasised that the competition would not only showcase amazing Kuching food but also the most creative people in the city.
“Our team is so excited to see what the residents of Kuching City will come up with. Our shortlisted favourites will be launched on our Tiktok channel for the public to vote for a prize.
“We are looking for the most interesting recommendations and the most innovative presentation style. With the chance to win and the opportunity to share your favourtie eatery, this will be the easiest 30 second of your time,” said Karen.
The first prize consists of RM500 and a certificate while second prize comprises RM300 and a certificate. The third prize winner will go home with RM200 and a certificate while 20 consolation prize winners will receive RM100 and a certificate ech.
All entries must be sent to mbksgastronomytiktok@gmail.com on or by Friday, June 24. Include your name, age, active contact number and/or valid email address. Late submission will not be entertained.
