6 Local Souvenirs and Snacks!

Bintan has a variety of uniquely and delicious souvenirs and foodstuffs that you can buy in almost all cities, as well as from the road near your tourist destination.

  Woodcrafts

Riau Islands are known as the home to the art of traditional woodcrafts. There are many kinds of woods grown around the Riau Islands including balau, shorea, and kamper. Here, you can find several souvenir shops that sell a wide variety of wood crafts which include frames, key holders, bowls, miniatures of Phinisi schooners, as well as these unique masks.

  Roti Kirai

This net-shaped bread, a mainstay of Malay cuisine, is one of the most well-known treats from Bintan. Chicken curry is frequently served with roti kirai. Its chewy texture and warm, spicy curry flavor go along beautifully. By using pandan leaves in the recipe and presenting it with a sweet sauce to dip it into, this delicious dish may also be made into a dessert. If you want to experience the incredible flavor of Malay food, try some Roti Kirai at one of Bintan’s neighborhood eateries.

  Kerupuk Gonggong

Searching for a scrumptious snack to accompany your trip around the island or back home? Check out these popular snacks that are highly sought after by many tourists! Known locally as Kerupuk Gonggong, this crcaker isn’t made from prawns like the usual ones you found around Indonesia. Instead, it ismade from snails. Don’t let the ingredients fool you, this unique snack has an amazing taste and crunchy texture that makes it truly special!

  Batik Gonggong

In Bintan, you can also find Batik which is as beautiful as other types of Batik found across Indonesia. Different from other Batik, Batik Gonggong often incorporates coastal life into the pattern of the textile. The most popular Batik Gonggong usually features a pattern of gonggong snails. You can wear this unique Batik as a fashion accessory or use it as a home decoration. Batik Gonggong is an item that you shouldn’t miss when hunting for souvenirs around here.