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Wednesday, December 05, 2018

SWEET CHRISTMAS BOUNTY AT LEMON GARDEN

Surrender to sweet temptations when you celebrate Christmas at Lemon Garden, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur this year. Festive dessert steals the limelight; from luscious Sicilian Cheesecake to sugar-dusted Cristollen, the sweet selection trumped even the main buffet bounty.

My personal fave is the fruity sweet and nutty Peach & Almond Crumble Pie. Lightly rich on the tongue, the peachy segments are almost sensuous in texture. Also hitting the mark are Mince Pies, Classic Yule Log Chocolate, Almond Pound Cake and Chestnut Chocolate Layer Cake.

Laden with green tree-shaped frosting, Christmassy cupcakes beckon alongside berry-fruity cakes, gingerbread, spiced star cookies, mini shooters of fruit mousse and jars of berry compote with vanilla sauce.

When it comes to seafood, the surfeit of crabs, mussels, scallops, crayfish and prawns is unrivalled in town. My seafood loving friends take to the feast swimmingly and have nothing but praises for the bounty.

I’m happy to carve a generous slice of Roasted Duck marinated with orange as my main savoury option. The faintly gamey duck meat is delectable, bathed in zesty orange sauce and its own jus. Fat spears of asparagus also boosted the enticing appeal of Baked Duck Breast.

Salads come in different tantilising guises too. Keep your eyes peeled for juicy tomato halves topped with stretchy, creamy mozzarella slices, diced beetroot with bits of feta and mini salad jars of corn and mixed leaves.

Wander over to the Italian corner for oven-fresh, paper-thin and crisp pizza topped with wilted spinach, tomato slices, artichokes or pepperoni and appetisers like stuffed peppers with ricotta. Chefs are also on standby to rustle up pasta dishes of your choice on request.

Prices for the festive buffet are as follow:

Christmas Eve Lunch Buffet

24 December, 12noon – 3.00pm
Price: RM193 nett – adult / RM96.50 nett – child

Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet

24 December, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Price: RM293nett – adult / RM146.50 nett – child

Christmas Day Lunch Buffet

25 December, 12noon – 3.00pm
Price: RM273 nett – adult / RM136.50 nett – child

Christmas Day Dinner Buffet

25 December, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Price: RM263nett – adult / RM131.50 nett – child

For reservations, please call Lemon Garden, tel: 03-2074 3900 or email: restaurantreservations.slkl@shangri-la.com or visit Shangri-La KL’s website: https://www.shangri-la-specials.com/promotions/promotions.aspx

Wednesday, November 28, 2018

CHEERY & CHIC CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION AT LE MERIDIEN PUTRAJAYA

A lavish spread of irresistible holiday eats will deck the halls of Le Meridien Putraja this festive season. Executive Chef Liou Chong Yaw and his culinary team comprising Pastry Chef Hansraja Jayaraman (front row, left), Production Chef Irwan Sutan Chairul (back row, centre) and Junior Sous Chef Abdul Razak Mahamad will pull out the stops, serving up a myriad of Yuletide faves guarantee to steal hearts and fill tummies.

A showcase of Seafood Terrine Platter with Condiments was the opening volley at the media preview. Norwegian Salmon Apricot Gravlax, Smoked Rainbow Trout with Pickles, Smoked Duck with Orange Segments and Pomegranate, Potato Salad with Egg, Green Onion and Crispy Beef Strips are some of the distinctive curtain-raisers to look out for when you patronise the celebratory line-up.

In our tropical climes, those dishes’ vibrant colours and captivating flavours should do well to tease diners’ appetite for the array of main courses. Anyone anticipating a whole roast turkey won’t be disappointed but if you prefer to move beyond big bird, we recommend the delectable Christmas Roast Garlic Lamb Leg or Louisiana BBQ Short Ribs with Roasted Vegetables from the Carvery Station.

You can decide on the quantity of roast meat to satisfy the palate but make space on your plate for the complementary sides: Bread with Chestnut Stuffing, Brussel Sprouts with Turkey Toast and Sautéed Fresh Squash with Parsley, along with Cranberry, Giblet, Mint and Mustard Sauces won’t go remiss.

Tradition and modernity combine to create a decadent plethora of sweet treats for dessert. Nibble on the hotel’s assortment of Deluxe Christmas Cookies or enjoy a slice of luscious Wild Berries Cheesecake.

My personal faves are Plum Pudding, Macarons and the chocolatey Yule Log. More fruity and traditional choices: Christmas Stollen with Vanilla Sauce, Mince Pies and Ginger Fruit Cake are notable options to consider.