GEORGE TOWN, Malaysia -- Pairing Italian sparkling wine with spicy Malaysian food may sound like heresy to most foodies, but boutique soirees focused on Italian wines matched with local food are drawing loyal fans in Muslim-majority Malaysia.
From Nebbiolo to Cannonau, Franciacorta and Prosecco, signature wines from Italy have found appreciation in the restaurants and wine bars of the Southeast Asian nation, even though most of the population does not drink alcohol.
