Colours of Malaysia (Citrarasa Malaysia)

Mar 8–Apr 5 Throughout Malaysia 03–2693 7111 www.tourism.gov.my

The annual Malaysian festival of colour is back, once again combining and celebrating the best of Malaysia- its colourful culture and cuisine. Locals and visitors alike will be amazed at the spectacle and sparkle on display. It’s a month long, nationwide celebration, including parades, performances, arts and crafts and, of course, an abundance of food. Citrarasa Malaysia launches at KL’s Dataran Merdeka on the eighth, setting off a series of food fiestas held all around the country. Catch Citrarasa Melaka on Mar 13–15 at Bandar Hilir, Melaka, the Penang International Food Festival at Batu Feringgi beach Mar 13–21, the ‘Nasi Seratus’ Festival at Kota Bharu, Kelantan on Mar 20–22, or swing by the Kuching Waterfront at Sarawak on Mar 27–29 for Citrarasa Sarawak. From Mar 27–April 5 there’ll be a Food Trail at the Lake Gardens in Kuala Lumpur.