LALLA HIRAYAMA (TV AND RADIO PRESENTER)

What’s your favourite traditional food?

Hiyashi Chuka (cold ramen noodles). Can you cook it? Absolutely. What makes it a special dish for you?

It tastes like my favourite childhood memories.

What do you normally have with it?

Tamago-yaki, nori, deep fried spring onion, cut up cucumbers and wakame.

If you were to have a party at your place, would you serve it?

Absolutely, It is a summer dish and more a lunchtime meal, but I think most people would love it.

Tell us about the significance of Heritage Day for you?

With the fast paced way of the world and there is more focus on the new and cool, it is important to ground ourselves in the powerful substance that we inherited from our ancestors.

All cultures have an important place in the world. It is important to remember and celebrate the unique ways of our forefathers. It is just as important to show respect and be open to learn about other cultures and traditions.

The world has become small, but heritage makes each of us unique. Heritage Day reminds us of where each of us comes from. The remarkably special background of every person on our planet must never be forgotten.

May we all celebrate, recognise and take pride in our own beautiful heritage.