Experience Authentic Italian Food at B.I.G. Publika

If you’ve been craving the real taste of Italy, now’s your moment. The “Make It Authentically, Make It Italian” event just brought a slice of Italy to Ben’s Independent Grocer (B.I.G.) Publika, celebrating the country’s rich culinary roots with live cooking demos, food tasting, and premium Italian goodies. It’s more than just a vibe, it’s an edible passport to Italy’s food culture.

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🍝 Authentic Italian Food Hits Kuala Lumpur

Forget fusion, this is the real deal. Organised by The Food Purveyor, the Italian Embassy in KL, and the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), the event transported guests straight to the streets of Rome and Florence through:

• Live pasta making inside a giant cheese wheel by Italian chef Stefano Criber
• Fresh pasta, vibrant salad, and indulgent tiramisù tasting
• Complimentary illy coffee and creamy Fabbri gelato

All ingredients were 100% made in Italy, available now at selected local grocers.

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🇮🇹 Why “Made in Italy” Still Hits Different

Dr. Angela Donvito, Trade Commissioner of ITA, shared,

“Our culinary heritage and the quality of Italian products are a great source of pride. Events like these help Malaysians experience that firsthand.”

The goal? To help us appreciate that “authentic” means something, especially when it comes to food. It’s about real ingredients, time tested traditions, and culinary stories passed down for generations.

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🛒 Where to Get These Italian Staples in Malaysia

You don’t need a passport to taste Italy. This curated collection of authentic Italian products is now available at:

• Village Grocer
• Ben’s Independent Grocer (B.I.G.)
• The Food Merchant
• BSC Fine Foods

From olive oils to pasta sauces, every item is selected to bring true Italian flavours into Malaysian kitchens.

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🧀 Here’s Why It Matters

For our generation, food is more than just food. It’s an aesthetic, a flex, and a connection to culture. Whether you're into meal prepping, TikTok food hacks, or hosting aesthetic dinner nights, these authentic Italian ingredients level up your kitchen game and tell a story while they’re at it.