Let's Go Sarawak (Sibu)
Let’s Go 砂拉越 (诗巫)
Sibu, the third-largest city in Sarawak, East Malaysia, has a population of 250,000, mostly of Fuzhou descent. This has earned it the nicknames "Little Fuzhou" or "New Fuzhou"and it's also known as the "Swan City." Join hosts Wallace Ang and Arthur Choo as they uncover unique finds and delicious eats you won't see in Singapore!
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Why is Sibu also known as the “Swan City”? Join us as we cruise down the Rajang River, the longest river in Malaysia and the largest in Sarawak. Take a stroll through the Sibu Heritage Centre to explore local customs and history. Discover why Sibu is referred to as "Little Fuzhou" at the World Fuzhou Heritage Gallery!
Why is Sibu also known as the “Swan City”? Join us as we cruise down the Rajang River, the longest river in Malaysia and the largest in Sarawak. Take a stroll through the Sibu Heritage Centre to explore local customs and history. Discover why Sibu is referred to as "Little Fuzhou" at the World Fuzhou Heritage Gallery!
Have you ever seen Sago Larvae? Which part is edible and which part should you avoid? Our hosts take on the challenge -- who will dare to munch on live worms? Discover Umai, an indigenous dish of raw fish. How do the locals' way of enjoying raw fish differ from that of the Chinese?
Have you ever seen Sago Larvae? Which part is edible and which part should you avoid? Our hosts take on the challenge -- who will dare to munch on live worms? Discover Umai, an indigenous dish of raw fish. How do the locals' way of enjoying raw fish differ from that of the Chinese?
What kind of noodles can fly? Watch how “Grandma” makes the Kampua noodles soar before we even dig in! The Three Flavour Kampua features vibrant hues that aren’t from spinach or carrots -- so what makes them so special?
What kind of noodles can fly? Watch how “Grandma” makes the Kampua noodles soar before we even dig in! The Three Flavour Kampua features vibrant hues that aren’t from spinach or carrots -- so what makes them so special?
Wok Edge Rice Paste Noodle is a traditional Foochow delicacy with a unique preparation method. The Coconut Prawn Noodle is bursting with Southeast Asian flavors, presented in a stunning way and features jumbo prawns freshly sourced from the Rajang River.
Wok Edge Rice Paste Noodle is a traditional Foochow delicacy with a unique preparation method. The Coconut Prawn Noodle is bursting with Southeast Asian flavors, presented in a stunning way and features jumbo prawns freshly sourced from the Rajang River.
These two traditional handmade pastries are unique to Sibu. Witness the traditional methods and special nuances behind their preparation.
These two traditional handmade pastries are unique to Sibu. Witness the traditional methods and special nuances behind their preparation.
Sibu is known for producing handmade mee sua. The two hosts get hands-on experience in this time-tested craft.
Sibu is known for producing handmade mee sua. The two hosts get hands-on experience in this time-tested craft.
Sibu Night Market offers unique delights like char siu pig head, pork cheeks and pig tongue. There are also delicious local snacks such as half-moon pancakes and scallion cakes, as well as satay made from chicken hearts, tails and intestines.
Sibu Night Market offers unique delights like char siu pig head, pork cheeks and pig tongue. There are also delicious local snacks such as half-moon pancakes and scallion cakes, as well as satay made from chicken hearts, tails and intestines.
This market is the largest in Malaysia, boasting over a thousand stalls. Here, you'll find many unique products not available in Singapore, such as green grass jelly, large prawns from the Rajang River, the rare local straight dried shrimp, and cucumbers in various colors and sizes!
This market is the largest in Malaysia, boasting over a thousand stalls. Here, you'll find many unique products not available in Singapore, such as green grass jelly, large prawns from the Rajang River, the rare local straight dried shrimp, and cucumbers in various colors and sizes!
We take you to the indigenous section of the Sibu Central Market, featuring paper-wrapped live chicken, red-flesh durian, green-shelled longan, wild mangoes and more. Get ready to broaden your horizon!
We take you to the indigenous section of the Sibu Central Market, featuring paper-wrapped live chicken, red-flesh durian, green-shelled longan, wild mangoes and more. Get ready to broaden your horizon!
How is the indigenous rice wine Tuak made and what does it taste like? We’ll also introduce a unique ice cream that can only be found in Sibu. This ice cream is crafted from fresh local ingredients, such as mountain durian and black olives.
How is the indigenous rice wine Tuak made and what does it taste like? We’ll also introduce a unique ice cream that can only be found in Sibu. This ice cream is crafted from fresh local ingredients, such as mountain durian and black olives.
The annual Borneo Cultural Festival takes us to sample a variety of delicious snacks from various cultures, including Fuzhou fish balls. You might even discover some dishes you’ve never tasted before!
The annual Borneo Cultural Festival takes us to sample a variety of delicious snacks from various cultures, including Fuzhou fish balls. You might even discover some dishes you’ve never tasted before!
Discover native dishes like cassava leaf fried rice and rubber tree leaf fried rice, along with delicious Gula Apong ice cream. And be sure not to miss the hosts as they dive intothe fun local performances!
Discover native dishes like cassava leaf fried rice and rubber tree leaf fried rice, along with delicious Gula Apong ice cream. And be sure not to miss the hosts as they dive intothe fun local performances!