VILLAGE GROCER ARRIVES AT MERDEKA 118, BRINGING MALAYSIA'S PREMIUM SUPERMARKET EXPERIENCE TO THE WORLD'S SECOND-TALLEST BUILDING

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Nov. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Village Grocer, Malaysia's leading premium supermarket chain, officially opens its doors today at 118 Mall, located at the base of Merdeka 118. The world's second-tallest building and the centrepiece of the historic Merdeka 118 precinct in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. Steps away from national heritage sites Stadium Merdeka and Stadium Negara, and drawing footfall from tourists, luxury hotel guests, corporate professionals, and the local community alike, this store marks Village Grocer's most iconic opening yet and its 10^th new store this year. With this launch, Village Grocer takes on a dual role, being a trusted neighbourhood supermarket for Malaysians, and a showcase of local flavour and quality for visitors discovering the country for the first time.

Positioned within one of Kuala Lumpur's most anticipated retail destinations, the new outlet offers a curated shopping experience suited to both everyday locals and international visitors, including:

• A dedicated showcase of Malaysian produce, snacks, and pantry staples, curated to give tourists an authentic first taste of local flavours, alongside daily essentials for residents and office-goers in the precinct.
• A wide array of fruits and vegetables flown in daily from Australia, the US, Japan, Korea, and New Zealand, alongside locally sourced produce from Cameron Highlands.
• High-quality cuts of meat and a "catch of the day" seafood section.
• Exclusive house-brand products from Australia (Woolworths), plus an extensive organic and health-food section catering to vegan, keto, and gluten-free lifestyles.
• A dedicated deli and grab-and-go section, offering convenient meal solutions for visitors on the move and locals alike.

Mr. Ivan Tan, Group Executive Director of The Food Purveyor, said: "This is more than our most iconic store, it is a store built for a landmark. Standing where we do, next to where Malaysia's independence was declared and beneath a tower that represents this nation's ambition today, we felt a responsibility to do more than simply open another outlet. This store represents Malaysia to the world, while still being a supermarket our local shoppers can call their own. It's the same "Passion to Delight" promise Village Grocer has always stood for, delivered on one of the country's biggest stages."

To celebrate the launch, Village Grocer 118 Mall is offering a series of exclusive rewards for opening specials and BITES loyalty members from 1 November – 6 December 2026:

• Bumper Bonanza happening on 1 November only, 1 day deal featuring the best offers that Village Grocer is offering at 118 Mall only.
• FREE Discount vouchers valued at RM60 when customers spend RM100 and above in a single receipt, each set consists of 4 pieces of cash vouchers exclusively for use at Village Grocer, 118 Mall only.

Join BITES (FREE membership) and enjoy these offers as a Bites member:

• FREE 1 (one) Village Grocer 118 exclusive Foldable Shopping Bag with iconic Malaysian food pouch when you purchase RM118 & above in a single receipt, limited to 1000 units for 1 November only, while stocks last.
• FREE 1 (one) Village Grocer 118 exclusive Foldable Shopping Bag with iconic Malaysian food pouch when you purchase RM180 & above in a single receipt, campaign runs from 2 November – 31 December 2026, limited to first 5000 units only, while stocks last.
• Sign up for Bites membership to collect points, earn rewards and enjoy members-only price offers. Spend RM2 to earn 1 Bites point.

As part of Village Grocer's commitment to sustainability, the 118 Mall outlet will operate as a plastic-free-at-checkout store, encouraging shoppers to bring their own reusable bags to reduce environmental impact.

Village Grocer at 118 Mall is open daily from 10am – 10pm. For more information, visit www.villagegrocer.com.my or follow Village Grocer on Facebook and Instagram.

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About Village Grocer:
Village Grocer is one of the leading premium supermarket chains, known for its commitment to offering the finest quality products, exceptional customer service, and a unique shopping experience. Village Grocer is dedicated to bringing the best of local and international gourmet items to discerning shoppers, while maintaining the highest standards of sustainability and environmental responsibility. For more information, visit www.villagegrocer.com.my.