Seasonal sights, bites draw crowds

More than 100 stalls line a street in Section 1, Wangsa Maju, making it one of the longest Ramadan bazaars in Kuala Lumpur. — Photos: FAIHAN GHANI, IZZRAFIQ ALIAS, AZLINA ABDULLAH, LIM BENG TATT and MOHD FARHAAN SHAH/The Star

Each year, Ramadan bazaars across the country draw massive crowds with their array of traditional delicacies and viral foods.

A trader arranging cups of Sagu Gula Melaka at the Ramadan bazaar in Jalan SS5c/13, Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya.

These vibrant sites have become essential stops for those seeking variety and convenience when preparing for the break of fast.

This stall at Kota Damansara in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, sells Thai green tea and mango juice among other beverages. — AZLINA ABDULLAH/The Star

No two bazaars are alike, as each location – from the historic streets of George Town and Johor Baru to bustling neighbourhoods in the Klang Valley – features a unique mix of dishes and beverages.

Bazaars are great for ‘buka puasa’ snacks like skewered meats (left) in Kota Damansara and ‘otak-otak’ and ‘sata’ (above) in Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya.

Well-loved favourites such as lemang, rendang and kuih-muih can be found alongside regional treats like sata and unique dishes like Vietnamese rolls, stuffed murtabak and taro Basque cheesecake.

Getting some thirst quenchers are three visitors awaiting fresh coconut water at Ramadan Food Fest ’26 in Lebuh Queen, George Town (above), and bazaar visitors lining up for ‘air balang’ which include mango, cocoa and Thai tea drinks in Kota Damansara (left).

Similarly, colourful drinks stand out with a range that includes fruit juices, fresh coconut water and Thai iced tea.

[Optional] Abdul Halim Jamhur, 26, arranging sticks of lemang at his Ramadan bazaar stall in Jalan SS 5c/13, Kelana Jaya. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

There is always something for everyone, making it an annual event where visitors gather to sample a diverse selection at affordable prices.

[Optional]Otak-otak and sata for sale at the Ramadan bazaar in Jalan SS 5c/13, Kelana Jaya. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star