MY WARISAN: LAKSA…MANA FESTIVAL GALORE 2025 invites Malaysians to embark on a flavorful journey celebrating one of the nation’s most cherished culinary treasures, laksa. Organized by OHSOM TV, the festival will take place on 22 and 23 November 2025 at the Main Atrium (Level 1), KLGCC Mall. This two-day event is a vibrant tribute to Malaysia’s multicultural identity, uniting communities through the diverse tastes, stories and heritage found within the many regional expressions of laksa.
The festival is driven by three core aims: to celebrate Malaysia’s varied laksa traditions by showcasing the unique flavors, ingredients and narratives that distinguish each state’s interpretation; to educate visitors about the origins, authenticity and traditional preparation methods that shape this beloved dish; and to empower youth and local communities through culinary knowledge, demonstrations and skills that help preserve and innovate Malaysia’s traditional food culture. In alignment with MADANI values, UNESCO’s commitment to cultural preservation and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the event underscores food as a powerful medium for sustainability, community development and cultural continuity.
Live Asam Laksa Demo by Chef Dato’ Ismail Ahmad with YM Tengku Dato’ Dr Hishammuddin Zaizi Bin Y.A.M. Tengku Bendahara Azman Shah Alhaj
Taking place from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily, the festival will present a Laksa Galore showcase featuring specialties such as Melaka Nyonya Laksa, Pangkor Laksa, Penang Laksa, Johor Laksa, Sarawak Laksa and Selangor delicacies including Punten with Sambal Ijo and Tat Bengkulu. Each dish will be accompanied by cooking displays, traditional ingredient presentations and tasting sessions that invite visitors to savor authentic flavors and textures.
The festival also features daily culinary demonstrations and storytelling sessions by some of Malaysia’s most esteemed culinary icons: Professor Dr. Muhammad Shahrim, Chef Dato’ Ismail Ahmad, Chef Debbie Teoh, Chef Muluk (Abdul Muluk Rambli) and Associate Professor Dr. Ahmad Esa Abdul Rahman. Through hands-on presentations ranging from broth preparation and spice-blending techniques to sustainable cooking practices, these experts promise to educate and inspire both aspiring cooks and passionate food enthusiasts.
MY WARISAN: LAKSA…MANA FESTIVAL GALORE 2025 is made possible through the collaboration of the Ministry of Education Malaysia, the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak, the Department of National Heritage, the Perbadanan Adat Melayu dan Warisan Negeri Selangor (PADAT), KLGCC Mall and the festival’s honoured chefs and culinary experts. Together, these partners share a unified mission to preserve Malaysia’s living heritage, nurture the next generation of culinary custodians and champion sustainability within cultural development.
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