Gastronomica Series

Wednesday, 23 April | 12:30 PM | Gastronomica, Colworth Science Park

Speaker: Mariae Hackett – Founder of Dapur Mariae, Award-Winning Sauces

Key Themes: Bringing Malaysian Cuisine to the World

Why Attend?

Join Mariae Hackett, founder of Dapur Mariae, for a live cooking and tasting demo that will transport you to the heart of Malaysia. Discover how Mariae transitioned from a three-decade career in healthcare to creating award-winning sauces, now making waves in Co-op, Selfridges, and Ocado.

Experience the vibrant flavours of Malaysian cuisine firsthand, and hear Mariae’s inspiring story of passion, perseverance, and her mission to make Malaysian food accessible to everyone.

Why This Matters

This session is a must-attend for food lovers and culinary enthusiasts eager to:

• Discover the journey behind a successful food brand and its impact on the world food market.
• Learn about the art of crafting award-winning sauces.
• Taste the punchy, authentic flavours of Dapur Mariae’s Malaysia.

About the speaker

Mariae Hackett is the founder of Dapur Mariae, a Malaysian brand transforming the world food category in the UK. After spending three decades in healthcare, Mariae followed her passion for food, creating a range of Malaysian sauces that have won multiple awards, including the Quality Food Awards and the Co-op Small Producer Award.

Her mission is clear: to make Malaysian cuisine accessible and loved by everyone. With her sauces now stocked in Co-op, Selfridges, and Ocado, Mariae is paving the way for Malaysian food in mainstream retail.

At this session, meet Mariae in person as she shares her story, demonstrates her cooking techniques, and lets you smell, taste, and experience the vibrant world of Malaysian cuisine.

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