Cili Kampung Malaysia has acquired a 50% equity stake in Dotty’s Pastries & Coffee Sdn Bhd for RM11.96 million, valuing the artisanal bakery and café chain at RM23.9 million. The move is part of a broader wave of local food and beverage (F&B) investments in recent weeks.
(From left): Dotty’s Pastries and Coffee senior commercial and business development manager Kaylee Low, founder and director Nadia Nasimuddin, Cili Kampung Malaysia director Anwar Azeez and chief marketing officer Kesavan (KC) Purusotman at the MOU signing ceremony marking Cili Kampung Malaysia’s strategic acquisition of a 50% stake in Dotty’s Pastries and Coffee.
On February 12, Hextar Industries Bhd (KL:HEXTAR) signed a conditional deal to acquire a 51% stake in Woodpeckers Group, the master franchiser of premium frozen yogurt brand llaollao, for RM177.5 million. The following day, Harvest Miracle Capital Bhd entered the F&B sector with a 40% stake in Kaw Kaw Malaya, which plans to open two Malaysian heritage-themed restaurants in Kuala Lumpur.
Cili Kampung said its partnership with Dotty’s is aimed at accelerating national expansion and strengthening its presence in the premium halal dining segment. Dotty’s was founded by Nadia Nasimuddin, a member of the Nasimuddin family behind the Naza group of companies.
The acquisition coincides with Dotty’s 10th anniversary, marking a new phase of growth for the brand as it evolves into a scalable, nationally recognised halal-certified artisanal dining concept.
A combined RM5 million growth fund has been allocated to support expansion, including infrastructure upgrades, supply chain improvements, and the relaunch of Dotty’s flagship outlet at Suria KLCC.
“Acquiring a 50% stake in Dotty’s is a deliberate step to institutionalise a brand that has shaped Malaysia’s all-day dining culture over the past decade,” said Anwar Azeez, director of Cili Kampung Malaysia. “This investment reflects our confidence in Dotty’s brand equity, operational strength, and long-term growth potential.”
Cili Kampung, which currently operates six outlets serving Malay cuisine, plans to leverage Dotty’s Jakim halal-certified central kitchen, artisanal IP, and loyal customer base to expand its footprint in the modern Malay lifestyle and premium café market. Dotty’s presently operates four outlets.
