Cili Kampung Malaysia, a prominent Malaysian restaurant chain known for its authentic Malay cuisine, has acquired a 50% equity stake in Kuala Lumpur’s renowned cafe chain Dotty’s Pastries & Coffee, in a RM24 million valuation landmark deal merging authentic Malay culinary heritage with artisanal bakery excellence.
The strategic partnership signing ceremony was successfully held at Ruang Rama Event Space, Petaling Jaya on February 11, 2026.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Cili Kampung Malaysia director Khairul Anwar Dato’ Sri Abdul Azeez stated: “Our acquisition of a 50% stake in Dotty’s is a deliberate move to institutionalize a brand that has defined the all-day dining experience for a decade.
“With a valuation of RM24 million, we are signaling our confidence in Dotty’s legacy.
“By combining our operational DNA with Dotty’s artisanal excellence, we are creating a powerhouse that will redefine the hospitality landscape in Malaysia and beyond.”
The deal marks a pivotal milestone as Dotty’s enters its landmark 10th anniversary, leveraging Cili Kampung’s operational scale in expanding Dotty’s market footprint and solidifying its position as Malaysia’s definitive halal-certified artisanal dining destination.
“We are merging two of Malaysia’s most formidable culinary identities. On one side, you have Cili Kampung – a brand that has mastered the art of authentic Malaysian hospitality and rapid operational scale. On the other, you have Dotty’s – a brand that has spent a decade perfecting the intersection of contemporary lifestyle and artisanal quality,” added Khairul Anwar.
Meanwhile, in her speech, Dotty’s founder Nadia Nasimuddin said that as they enter their tenth anniversary, the focus is on evolving from a beloved local icon into a scalable national powerhouse.
“This partnership with Cili Kampung is built on a shared commitment to excellence and authentic hospitality. I am excited to see Dotty’s grow into its full potential as a premier all-day dining, backed by the operational strength that Anwar Azeez and his team bring to the table.
“We are preserving the artisanal ‘warmth’ that our customers love while building a future that is sustainable and expansive,” she said.
“We are not just selling pastries; we are building a hospitality infrastructure that represents the best of Malaysia. I am incredibly proud of the legacy we have built, and I am even more excited to see where this next chapter takes us,” she added.
The primary objective of the stategic alliance is also to move Dotty’s beyond its “boutique” status. Cili Kampung will apply its proven rapid-growth model to help Dotty’s capture a larger slice of the F&B market.
With Dotty’s, comes a Jakim halal-certified central kitchen and premium artisanal IP, while Cili Kampung brings operational command, supply chain efficiency and expansion expertise.
By combining these two brands, the group aims to create a dominant force in the modern Malay lifestyle segment, catering to both traditional diners and the premium cafe-hopping demographic, turning both brands into scalable Malay vertical powerhouses.
