credit foto: Gastronomi Tourism Book - 2025
The northern coast of West Kalimantan is home to a remarkable culinary heritage shaped by centuries of cultural exchange, local traditions, and history. Through Yok Kita Tour, travelers are invited to embark on a gastronomic journey that goes beyond tasting local specialties, offering an opportunity to discover the stories, people, and traditions behind every dish.
More than a food tour, this experience reveals how cuisine has become an integral part of the region's identity. Every meal reflects the harmonious blend of Chinese, Dayak, and Malay cultures that have coexisted in West Kalimantan for generations.
Discover the Flavors and Culture of West Kalimantan
Your culinary adventure begins in Pontianak, the Equator City, with a visit to Kadriah Palace. Here, you'll learn about the royal tradition of makan saprah, a communal dining custom that symbolizes togetherness. Visitors can enjoy a feast featuring nasi kebuli, beef semur, sayur galaca, and a refreshing glass of air serbat, a traditional herbal drink served as part of the shared dining experience.
The journey continues to Singkawang, known as the City of a Thousand Temples, where you'll visit Rumah Marga Chia to sample authentic Chinese-Indonesian delicacies, including kekian, choi pan, and mie kering chia.
Next, the tour heads to Cipta Karya Tourism Village in Bengkayang Regency, where visitors can immerse themselves in the traditions of the Dayak Bekatik community. Here, you'll harvest young bamboo shoots, taste Pansoh, a traditional dish cooked inside bamboo, and discover how local herbs and forest leaves are used to create distinctive regional flavors.
The gastronomic experience concludes in Mempawah Regency, where you'll savor Pengkang, a local specialty made from glutinous rice filled with dried shrimp, wrapped in banana leaves, and grilled inside bamboo. Every dish tells a story of West Kalimantan's cultural diversity and culinary traditions.
More than just tasting regional cuisine, Yok Kita Tour offers a meaningful journey that connects travelers with the stories, traditions, and cultural heritage passed down through generations.
About Yok Kita Tour
Yok Kita Tour is a gastronomy tour operator that showcases the culinary heritage and cultural richness of West Kalimantan through authentic travel experiences. Founded by Dewi Supitri and co-founded by M. Syifa Abiyyu, the tour combines local flavors, community traditions, and cultural heritage into an unforgettable journey.
Address: Kh. Ahmad Dahlan Street, Ruperi Alley No. 28A, Pontianak City, West Kalimantan
Website/Instagram: @yokkitaadventure
