Malaysia Airports has introduced a tribute event to the nation’s diverse culinary heritage in celebration of Malaysia’s 67th Independence Day and Malaysia Day at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).
Happening from now to September 20, the Warisan Kulinari Kita campaign highlights traditional dishes and several activities centred around Rumah Kampung Limas, a life-sized traditional kampung (village) house taking centre stage in the Departure Hall at Level 5, KLIA Terminal 1 (T1). The display area will be divided into sections showcasing the culinary heritage of Malaysia.
Additionally, visitors get to explore the Herbs Garden (Taman Herba), where they can discover the use of natural and locally sourced ingredients such as butterfly pea flower, pandan, and hibiscus in traditional and modern cuisines. Other activities include food-tasting sessions, interactive cooking workshops, and recipe sharing, with informational boards available for those interested in learning more about Malaysia’s variety of food ingredients.
Malaysia Airports’ F&B tenants will also be part of this occasion by featuring specially curated items on their menus.
In addition, for the first time ever, a paddy field installation will be exhibited within the airport, showcasing rice as Malaysia’s staple food in KLIA T1. This display incorporates a variety of traditional rice-based dishes from across the country, such as nasi lemak and nasi kerabu (Malay), chicken rice (Chinese), nasi biryani (Indian), and nasi kombos (Sabahan), demonstrating how rice unites the nation’s diverse ethnic groups.
“Malaysians’ deep passion for food unites us, and this Independence Day and Malaysia Day, we proudly showcase our culinary treasures on the world stage while empowering local F&B businesses. As the gateway to the nation, we’ve reimagined our retail landscape to offer an immersive cultural experience that captivates travellers and locals alike,” said Hani Ezra Hussin, senior general manager, commercial services for Malaysia Airports.
