Every Ramadan comes it will grow traditional markets who offer typical dishes of Ramadan. Not least in Batam, in the city inhabited by the majority of Muslims, also gave rise to the phenomenon of the traditional market which provides traditional pastries called “as Jajan Pasar” or snacks. Snacks are sought to break the fast. Most are sold cakes that taste sweet which is suitable for people with a day of fasting.
One of traditional Ramadan market is very crowded in the SP Plaza Batuaji. There are dozens of vendors selling food fasting here. Among them are various kinds of traditional cakes, various kinds of fruit ice and ice do not miss the coconut ice also seaweed, but there ‘re also sell a wide assortment of side dishes for families who do not cook.
The location of this traditional market which is right in front f one of the largest mall in Batuaji that is SP Plaza, is very strategic. Proper position on the edge of the main highway that connects Mukakuning – Batuaji was very crowded road users, especially employees in the industrial area in Mukakuning and also of the shipbuilding industry in the Tanjung Uncang.
Because of the location is very strategic and in the shopping centers area there are many people who walk or “ngabuburit” while shopping at this place. In the month of Ramadan then this place could be one option for a culinary tour and shopping in Batam.