Fun filled activities at Mydin Samariang
KUCHING: Mydin Group is hosting a line-up of exciting activities at its Samariang hypermarket – its first in Sarawak – in celebration of its 60th anniversary this year.
The celebration, which kicked off yesterday, includes the ‘Dapur Antap’ cooking competition, children’s colouring contest, live performances by popular artistes and series of traditional showcases.
The cooking competition – cohosted by Cats FM and sponsored by Adabi – reaches its finale today with five teams set to whip out their best ‘Ayam Pansuh’ and ‘Umai’ dishes for judging.
The five were among 10 twomember teams trying out at the preliminary round yesterday.
The children’s colouring contest was also held yesterday, divided into two age-group categories – A for 10-12 Years Old, and B for Seven-Nine Years Old.
Last night, shoppers at Mydin Samariang were treated to an entertainment extravaganza
It is very convenient here because it is near my house. The items and prices here attract me as well. I also like the ‘Kad Meriah’ – its card membership programme that offers various loyalty rewards and points. For me, Mydin is definitely my choice for grocery shopping. — Norlia Salleh, shopper
presented by local performers like The Family Man, Ila Damia, Asyraf Hardy, Aideed and Fiyah, and Soundholics. This continued with a mini traditional musical showcase by Julien Cottet, a French national who performs using Sarawak musical instruments.
Many shoppers, when interviewed, said they were happy to have a Mydin mall in their neighbourhood.
One of them Norlia Salleh, 52, said Mydin Samariang is her weekly spot for grocery shopping.
“It is very convenient here because it is near my house. The items and prices here attract me as well.
“I also like the ‘Kad Meriah’ – its card membership programme that offers various loyalty rewards and points. For me, Mydin is definitely my choice for grocery shopping,” she said.
Another shopper, 60-year-old Nordin Ahmad praised Mydin for its regular promotions.
“Prices are low, and the weekly offers are very attractive – we are always looking forward to bargains and more savings,” he said.
Apart for the ‘Dapur Antap’ finale, Mydin Samariang is also hosting a craft exhibition at its Promosi Kraf Malaysia 2017 section, a blood donation drive and series of games throughout today.
There are also activities being run at Mydin Cityone Megamall at Jalan Song here today.