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KUCHING, July 18: The Sarawak Gastronomy (SAGO) Festival 2023 will be held at The Hills, Kuching, from July 22-23.
According to a press release, the two-day festival will feature inventive culinary offerings, immersive ‘tuak’ (rice wine) sampling experiences, thought-provoking discussions, captivating cooking demonstrations, and the revival of indigenous flavours and cultural wisdom with over 80 vendors available.
“SAGO Festival 2023 will also feature a special appearance by Chef Febs Asyagaf, a MasterChef Indonesia Season 8 finalist, who will captivate attendees with an engaging talk and cooking demonstration.
“In conjunction with Sarawak Day, SAGO Festival 2023 proudly embraces and celebrates the multiracial food culture that thrives in Sarawak. As the festival showcases diverse culinary delights, attendees will have the opportunity to experience the rich tapestry of flavours, aromas, and techniques from various ethnic communities.
“From Malay to Chinese, Iban to Bidayuh, and more, SAGO Festival 2023 pays homage to the multicultural essence of Sarawak’s gastronomic landscape,” it said.
A spokesperson from the organiser, Sago Incubator, said the festival also serves as a platform to honour the multicultural heritage of Sarawak through its vibrant and diverse food offerings.
“As we commemorate Sarawak Day, we invite everyone to come together, share in the joy of food, and experience the richness of our multiracial culinary traditions,” said the spokesperson.
Sago Incubator is a 10-week intensive incubator programme for early-stage foodpreneurs. With the support of industry experts and mentors, the eleven foodpreneurs chosen this year will have their innovative menu on offer at or showcased at the festival.
For more information about SAGO Festival 2023, visit their Instagram account at @sago.inc. — DayakDaily
