(Kuching, 27th) The Song Kheng Hai Hawker Centre continues to play an important role in the local economy and is also a vital space for cultural and food exchange.
Kuching South City Council Mayor Wong Hung Sheng stated that the hawker centre has been operating for over 30 years, with many stalls run by several generations. It not only promotes community development but also provides residents with affordable and quality dining options.
“Our councilors often come here, not just to taste the delicacies, but also to hear feedback from hawkers and the community.”
“This place remains crucial to the local grassroots economy. I hope to encourage hawkers to continuously improve food quality and hygiene standards, and to consider extending business hours to enhance economic vitality,” Wong Hung Sheng said.
He made these remarks yesterday (February 26) at a Chinese New Year gathering jointly organized by the Kuching South Council, Jalan Matang JKKK, and the community.
He pointed out that many B40 residents live in the nearby KMC flats, and hawkers play an important role in society by offering affordable food options.
“Being affordable does not mean compromising on quality. Maintaining food standards, hygiene, and safety is crucial,” he emphasized.
The Mayor also pointed out that Kuching was awarded the status of “Creative City of Gastronomy” by UNESCO, which sets a higher standard for protecting and promoting traditional local cuisine and highlighting the city’s unique characteristics.
In addition, Wong Hung Sheng reminded hawkers to maintain stable business hours and to consider evening operations. As dining habits gradually return to normal after the pandemic, this could present increased business opportunities.
“The surrounding area has transformed from an entertainment district into a food street, showcasing greater potential for development. The council will continue to plan improvements and urge hawkers to prepare for the upcoming changes.”
Kuching South City Council Mayor Wong Hung Sheng stated that the hawker centre has been operating for over 30 years, with many stalls run by several generations. It not only promotes community development but also provides residents with affordable and quality dining options.
“Our councilors often come here, not just to taste the delicacies, but also to hear feedback from hawkers and the community.”
“This place remains crucial to the local grassroots economy. I hope to encourage hawkers to continuously improve food quality and hygiene standards, and to consider extending business hours to enhance economic vitality,” Wong Hung Sheng said.
He made these remarks yesterday (February 26) at a Chinese New Year gathering jointly organized by the Kuching South Council, Jalan Matang JKKK, and the community.
He pointed out that many B40 residents live in the nearby KMC flats, and hawkers play an important role in society by offering affordable food options.
“Being affordable does not mean compromising on quality. Maintaining food standards, hygiene, and safety is crucial,” he emphasized.
The Mayor also pointed out that Kuching was awarded the status of “Creative City of Gastronomy” by UNESCO, which sets a higher standard for protecting and promoting traditional local cuisine and highlighting the city’s unique characteristics.
In addition, Wong Hung Sheng reminded hawkers to maintain stable business hours and to consider evening operations. As dining habits gradually return to normal after the pandemic, this could present increased business opportunities.
“The surrounding area has transformed from an entertainment district into a food street, showcasing greater potential for development. The council will continue to plan improvements and urge hawkers to prepare for the upcoming changes.”
