Mr. Ong Chee Chong (Chief Merchandising Officer)
Mr. Kok Kian Kee (Chief Executive Officer of the Food Purveyor)
Mr. Ivan Tan (Group Executive Director of the Food Purveyor)
Dr. Angela Donvito (Director of Italy Trade Agency Kuala Lumpur)
Ms. Jessica Ong (Chief Operating Officer (Village Grocer))
Ms. Khor Geik Mei (Chief Finance & Administration Officer)
Mr. Max Ng (Area Manager of B.I.G.)
The Food Purveyor is collaborating with the Embassy of Italy in Kuala Lumpur and the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) to launch the “Make It Authentically, Make It Italian” at Ben’s Independent Grocer (B.I.G.), Publika. The event is aimed at allowing shoppers to immerse themselves in the essence of Italy through captivating live cooking demonstrations, delightful product sampling, and a carefully curated showcase of premium ‘Made in Italy’ goods.
The event was officiated by Dr. Angela Donvito, Trade Commissioner of the Italian Trade Agency, together with Mr. Ivan Tan, Group Executive Director of TFP Retail Sdn Bhd.
Guests enjoyed an immersive Italian culinary experience with a live cooking demonstration from renowned chef Stefano Criber, who prepared pasta in a cheese wheel. They sampled iconic dishes such as fresh homemade pasta, crisp salad, and classic Tiramisù, complemented by illy coffee and Fabbri gelato, showcasing high-quality “Made in Italy” ingredients.
“Our culinary heritage and the exceptional quality of Italian products are a great source of pride for all Italians,” said Dr. Angela Donvito, Trade Commissioner of the Italian Trade Agency in Kuala Lumpur.
She went on to highlight the event’s purpose: “This gathering reflects our commitment to raising awareness of authentic Italian food products and celebrating their unmatched quality. I hope everyone takes this opportunity to experience the richness of Italy’s culinary tradition firsthand.”
Mr. Ivan Tan, Group Executive Director of The Food Purveyor Retail Sdn Bhd said, “Partnering with the Italian Trade Agency enables us to offer our shoppers more than just products. We’re sharing a story, a culture, and a memorable experience. At The Food Purveyor, our philosophy is that food is a powerful link to heritage, tradition, and community. Through this collaboration, we are delighted to bring the authentic richness of Italy’s food culture to our customers, presenting them with premium products that celebrate both quality and enduring flavours.”
This special partnership between The Food Purveyor and the Italian Trade Agency aims to promote the rich heritage and quality of Italian products in Malaysia.
They want to help people appreciate the true flavors, traditional practices, and unique stories behind ‘Made in Italy’.
You can now find a special selection of authentic Italian products at Village Grocer, Ben’s Independent Grocer, The Food Merchant, and BSC Fine Foods—bringing the real taste of Italy to your home.
For more information on Make It Authentically, Make It Italian, please visit https://villagegrocer.com.my/ , https://big.com.my/ and www.bscfinefoods.com.