Malaysian High Commission (HC) in Dhaka and Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan are launching ‘Flavors of Malaysia: Ramadhan Nights 2026’, celebrating Malaysian culinary heritage while strengthening Bangladesh-Malaysia cultural ties.

On Thursday, grand opening ceremony will be held on February 26 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm at Ballroom 25, Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan. Festival will continue until March 5, offering authentic Malaysian cuisine throughout Ramadan period.

Event supports Visit Malaysia Year 2026 campaign through gastronomy and cultural engagement. Festival showcases refined Malaysian culinary traditions through specially curated Ramadan experience.

Highlights include grand Malaysian-themed iftar buffet featuring expertly prepared authentic dishes. Cultural branding aligns with Visit Malaysia Year 2026 promotional initiative. Media engagement and influencer participation will enhance festival visibility.

Journalists, editors, food critics, lifestyle writers and digital content creators have been invited to opening ceremony. Guests will experience immersive journey through Malaysia’s vibrant flavors, heritage and hospitality traditions.

Festival represents collaborative effort between two nations to promote cultural understanding through shared culinary experiences. Initiative demonstrates growing cooperation between Malaysia and Bangladesh in cultural and tourism sectors.

Nazifa Saiyara Kamaly, Assistant Manager for Marketing and Communications at Crowne Plaza, is coordinating media confirmations.

Malaysian cuisine features diverse influences from Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous traditions. Festival offers Bangladeshi diners opportunity to explore authentic flavors rarely available locally. Ramadan timing makes event particularly significant for both Muslim-majority nations.