Anugerah Murni Sabta and Aqid Aiman Azmi co-founded Sendok Rakyat, a platform that invites participants to explore Singapore’s rich food heritage by blending hands-on cooking with storytelling and community connection.
- Hands-on workshops combine cooking with heritage stories
- Explores cultural identity through local Malay and multicultural dishes
- Builds community connections via shared food experiences
What happened
Sendok Rakyat, run by Anugerah Murni Sabta and Aqid Aiman Azmi, offers interactive food heritage programs in Singapore. Their activities include workshops where participants prepare traditional dishes like nasi ulam, learning about the herbs and spices involved. These sessions are designed to be intimate and invite participants to share their personal connections to the ingredients and recipes.
Starting from their shared passion for local food in 2022, the couple expanded their Instagram food diary into a broader platform focused on the people, traditions, and stories behind Singapore’s diverse culinary landscape. They collaborate with community spaces and heritage organizations to keep these cultural discussions alive through food-centric gatherings.
Why it feels good
Food naturally invites conversation and shared memories, making it a powerful vehicle for exploring identity and belonging in a multicultural society like Singapore. By engaging with traditional recipes and their stories, participants can experience a deeper emotional connection to their heritage and to one another.
The intimate nature of Sendok Rakyat’s gatherings encourages participants to reflect on their personal history while hearing others’ experiences. This shared storytelling fosters empathy, understanding, and friendship, reinforcing the idea that food is more than sustenance—it’s a common language that connects communities.
What to enjoy or watch next
If you’re curious to dive into Singapore’s food heritage, consider joining similar community workshops or visiting markets like Wisma Geylang Serai and Chong Pang Market, where Sendok Rakyat often hosts events. These venues are great places to discover authentic ingredients and dishes that tell stories of the city’s past and present.
Following Sendok Rakyat on social media can also offer ongoing inspiration through their food diaries and recipe sharing. Whether you try cooking a new dish at home or participate in a food walk, these experiences offer warm, flavorful ways to connect with Singapore’s unique multicultural roots.