Tue, 02 Nov 2004

Demand high for household utensils

BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: Household utensils have been in high demand in Banjarmasin as Idul Fitri draws near.

A trader in Sudimampir market disclosed that the sale of household utensils had increased four-fold compared to normal days.

The utensils -- such as drinking glasses and glass jars -- are in high demand as households traditionally provide cookies and various beverages to guests and relatives visiting their homes during Idul Fitri. -- Antara