YS2030: Travel-Bite: Cultivating Global Citizens Through Accessible Culinary Exploration

MUHAMMAD HADIF IQBAL BIN MAT ZAHARI SM AGAMA PERSEKUTUAN BENTONG

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The declining trend of Malaysian students pursuing overseas education highlights a critical need for earlier and more accessible exposure to diverse international cultures. Traditional travel, while invaluable, presents significant financial barriers for many families. This innovation project introduces Travel-Bite, an innovative travel companion designed to bridge this gap by offering a unique and affordable pathway to global cultural understanding.

Travel-Bite leverages the universal appeal of food, providing curated, bite-sized samples of authentic international cuisines. Each sample is thoughtfully paired with engaging cultural insights and recommendations for local establishments serving these dishes, creating an immersive "taste of authenticity on the go." By exposing individuals, particularly younger generations, to diverse culinary traditions and the stories behind them, Travel-Bite aims to cultivate curiosity, broaden horizons, and foster a global mindset from an early age. This approach not only makes cultural exploration accessible but also serves as a foundational step in inspiring future international engagement and academic pursuits. Travel-Bite represents a novel solution to a pressing societal challenge, championing cultural literacy and global connectivity through the power of food.