SPECIAL CHILDREN ENJOY BUKA PUASA TREAT AT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL KL

DYMM Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, Tengku Permaisuri Selangor graced a buka puasa dinner hosted by Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur recently, attended by children from Tasputra Perkim and Taman Megah Handicapped and Disabled Children’s Home.

General Manager Tom Roelens (pix above) together with Director of Community Relations Dato' Rosemarie Wee (pix below far right) and the Chairman of Tasputra Perkim Puan Hajjah Elahe Norman were at hand to welcome DYMM Tengku Permaisuri Selangor upon arrival.

After prayers were recited to mark the breaking of fast, all the invited guests enjoyed the delicious selection of Malay specialities prepared by the Hotel chefs for dinner.  

Later, DYMM Tengku Permaisuri personally went around to present duit Raya to each of the 30 children from Tasputra Perkim and 20 from Taman Megah Handicapped and Disabled Children’s Home. Her Royal Highness also chatted with the special children and their caregivers.

 

Before Her Royal Highness’ departure, the invited guests took the opportunity to have their pictures taken with DYMM Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin.

OAKWOOD'S BUKA PUASA FEAST WITH THE UNDERPRIVILEGED

Forty-five underprivileged children and 10 single mums from Pertubuhan Kebajikan Al-Firdausi in Cheras were treated to buka puasa by the Oakwood Hotel & Residence Kuala Lumpur team recently. Held at trEat Restaurant & Bar, General Manager Bennet Chang who played host said, “the CSR event was part of Oakwood Hotel & Residence Kuala Lumpur’s tradition to invite different worthy organisations in the community to share the festive joy with us.”

Besides having their fill of delicious Malay dishes from the buffet spread, the children played several games with cheery gaiety before Mr Chang handed out duit raya to every child.

Diners who wish to buka puasa at Oakwood Hotel & Residence Kuala Lumpur can look forward to savouring a good variety of local specialities. Themed “Citarasa Desa”, the selection highlights Head Chef Syaiful Alwi’s expertise in local cuisine.

 

A basket of fresh Ulam serves as the ideal, healthy opener before proceeding to sample local salad offerings of Kerabu Sotong and Kerabu Daging. Both the dishes’ tangy and spice-laden piquancy will prime the tastebuds for stronger flavoured mains.

 

The warm spice accents of star anise, cinnamon and cloves are noticeable when you relish the mildly hot, santan-rich Gulai Daging. Another familiar fave is Daging Masak Hitam, sliced beef in full-bodied dark soya sauce and mixed spice gravy.

 

 

It is tricky to minimise on the amount of rice when the spread features delectable specialities with irresistible gravy in different hues and flavours. Who can resist loading up on the subtly gristly Ekor Lembu Asam Pedas or dousing the pungent, saucy Gulai Tempoyak Ikan Patin over plates of fluffy rice?

 

There’s also highly popular Siput Masak Lemak to savour alongside robust Gulai Kari Kepala Ikan with lots of tender okra and eggplant chunks, and sublime Opor Ayam.

Six food stalls serving Noodles, Roast Lamb, Satay and Fruit Rojak add to the bountiful feast. Ice cream, local kuih and freshly cut tropical fruits ensure you walk away from the dining experience with a sweet smile.

Priced at RM98 nett per adult and RM50 nett per child below 12 years old and senior citizens, the Citarasa Desa will be available till 10 June.

For reservations or enquiries, please call trEat Restaurant, tel: 03-2720 3827. Oakwood Hotel & Residence is located at Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur.

SMURFS AND BEAR IT THIS CHRISTMAS AT DORSETT

Do good and be nice this festive season - support Dorsett and Silka Hotels’ Christmas corporate social responsibility (CSR) campaign by buying original The Smurfs plush toys from Belgium or a Dorsett Bear Knapsack Kit.

Supported by Movie Animation Park Studios (MAPS) and Tectic Toys, proceeds from the festive CSR initiative will benefit Kiwanis Club of Bukit Kiara (KCBK), Children’s Wish Society and Persatuan Penjagaan Kanak-kanak Cacat Klang.

Guest of honour, YB Puan Tiew Way Keng (centre), Assemblyman of Teratai officiated the campaign launch with Datin Jasmine Abdullah Heng (left), Vice Chairman of Dorsett Hospitality International and Ms Christina Toh, Area General Manager of Dorsett Grand Subang and Silka Hotels. Also present were Loke Kah Peng (below pix, far left), President of KCBK and Imran Khan, CEO of Tectic Toys (Deltas International Sdn Bhd).

Papa Smurfs and Smurfette mascots from MAPS caused much excitement among the 20  children invited from Pertubuhan Rumah Kebajikan Kanak-kanak Home of Peace when the duo appeared during the launch ceremony and dinner. Later, the young guests were treated to a buffet spread and fun activities. They also presented with monetary token, a Dorsett Bear Knapsack, a mini Tectic Toys set and memento from MAPS.

Besides the beautifully decorated 12-feet high Christmas tree in the Dorsett Grand Subang lobby, hotel guests will discover a nice photo spot at the festive fireplace built from 38,000 pieces of Tectic Toys building and interlocking components.

 

Donors are encouraged to buy any of the 5 The Smurfs toys or the limited edition Dorsett Teddy Knapsack Kit consisting of a Dorsett Bear, a colouring kit and book, and a pair of kid’s bedroom slippers at RM100 nett each. The campaign will end on 2 January 2018.

For information on the worthy cause, call tel: 03-5031 6060 extension 7027 or visit Dorsett Grand Subang, Dorsett Kuala Lumpur, Dorsett Putrajaya or Silka Maytower KL and Silka Cheras.