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BananaBro founder Tony Lim dies, remembered for vision to take banana leaf cuisine global

The restaurant group pays tribute to Lim, whose passion and ambition to bring Malaysia's banana leaf dining culture to the world laid the foundation for the brand.

Updated 1 hour ago · Published on 02 Nov 2026 2:15PM

BananaBro founder Tony Lim dies, remembered for vision to take banana leaf cuisine global
The company describes Lim as the driving force behind the brand, saying his passion, generosity and belief in the vision had brought BananaBro to life - November 2, 2026

BANANABRO founder Tony Lim, who sought to bring Malaysia's banana leaf dining culture to the world, has died, the restaurant group announced.

In a tribute, the company described Lim as the driving force behind the brand, saying his passion, generosity and belief in the vision had brought BananaBro to life.

It said his contribution extended beyond building the business, with his dedication also touching the lives of people who shared in its journey.

"Though he is no longer with us, his dream lives on in every banana leaf we serve and every life he has touched," the statement said.

The company said Lim's legacy would continue through the brand and the banana leaf dining culture he had sought to promote.

"Thank you, Tony. Your passion inspired us, your generosity touched us, and your legacy will live on," it said. - November 2, 2026

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