RADAR TULUNGAGUNG – The Ramadan takjil market in Tulungagung came alive on the first day of the fasting month. Crowds gathered along Pangeran Antasari Street on Thursday (Feb. 19). Rows of temporary stalls sold fried snacks, traditional cakes, and cold drinks. Office workers, nearby employees, and students arrived from early afternoon.

Traders say Ramadan changes their daily routine. Mariana, a stall owner, now starts selling at noon instead of morning hours. She closes around 5:30 p.m. local time. Buyers usually surge shortly before sunset. Her food often sells out before the call to prayer.

Mariana does not cook the food herself. All items come from home-based producers under a consignment system. This model lets several small sellers earn income during Ramadan. “Everything here is entrusted goods. I don’t make them myself, so many people share the livelihood,” she said.

Seasonal Ramadan takjil markets are more than a food tradition in Tulungagung. They provide an easy entry point for homemakers and microbusiness owners. Many lack the capital to open their own stalls. The shared-stall system reduces risk and cost.

Visitor numbers vary with weather and daily activity. However, regular customers remain the main support for traders. Affordable prices and varied menus keep demand strong. The Ramadan takjil market on Pangeran Antasari Street remains a key iftar destination before sunset.