MAGICAL FESTIVE FLAVOURS AT MAKAN KITCHEN

Beef Wellington. Traditional Roast Turkey. Roast Lamb Leg with Rosemary and Masala Rub. Baked Salmon with Dill Salt Crust. Honey Glazed Chicken Ham with Caramelised Sarawakian Pineapple. These are the sumptuous ‘show-stealers’ headlining the festive buffet from 22 to 24 December 2022 at Makan Kitchen.

Encased in a flaky pastry coating, the beef is superbly tender and juicy (too busy eating until forgot to snap a photo!). Both the roast turkey and lamb leg are on-point too. We can't get enough of the delicious chicken ham and pineapple pairing either. 

The lavish Christmas Dinner Buffet (6.30pm – 10pm) on every Thursday, Friday and Saturday in December is priced at RM188 nett per adult and RM94 nett per child.

Makan Kitchen is famous for its different ‘kitchens’ serving a myriad of culinary delights ranging from appetisers to dessert, from four corners of the world.

Fresh Oysters, Poached Seafood: Mussels, Prawns, Crabs and Scallops on ice beckon invitingly alongside a Sashimi Station where platters of raw fish, octopus and little dishes of marinated ceviche await.

Homegrown specialities such as Satay, Grilled Prawns, Stingray and Shellfish a la minute, with assorted sauces are one of the unmissable highlights.

Notable finds at the Indian kitchen include the aromatic Turkey Biryani, complemented by Jhinga Makhni (fiery curried prawns), rich and spicy Mysore Lamb Peratal, delectable Tandoori Chicken, and sumptuous Butter Chicken.

The Chinese section is just as stellar with delicious draws like Roast Duck and Chicken, Fried Rice with Ebiko, Fish Maw Soup with Dried Scallops, Fried Glass Noodles with Crab, Fried Chicken with Butter Sauce, Steamed Fresh Tiger Prawns with Supreme (Mala) Sauce, and Teochew Style Steamed Snapper with Sour Plum.

Last but not least, you’d be happy to succumb to the sweet appeal of Chocolate Yule Log, Christmas Fruit Cake, Raspberry Vanilla Mousse Cake, Mixed Fruit Bread Pudding, Stollen, Gingerbread, and Cinnamon Stars after the savoury offerings.

Additional temptations come in the form of Christmas Cupcakes, Mini Mont Blanc, and assorted Christmas-themed petite dessert creations – these lovely treats are not only nice to look at but taste heavenly too.

In addition, your buffet dining experience will include Santa’s appearance and Christmas Welcome Drinks as well.

Christmas High Tea Buffet 

17 & 18 December 2022 

12:30pm – 4:00pm

RM 138 nett per adult & RM69 nett per child

 

24 & 25 December 2022 

12:30pm – 4:00pm

RM 158 nett per adult and RM79 nett per child

 

For reservations, please call DoubleTree Hilton Kuala Lumpur, tel: 03 2172 7272, email KULDT_FB@hilton.com or visit eatdrinkhilton.com

 

 

MAGICAL CHRISTMAS FEAST AT THE WESTIN KUALA LUMPUR

Drawing inspiration from ten countries around the world, The Westin KL chefs left no stone unturned in their quest to impress with a lavish spread fit for the festive season.

Taking diners on a whirlwind culinary tour around the globe, the vast Yuletide selection decking The Living Room starts with colourful platters of Santa Devil Eggs, Christmas Antipasto Wreath, Salmon Gravlax, Rainbow Vegetable-Wrapped Feta Terrine, Assorted Seafood and freshly shucked Oysters amongst other temptations.

In line with the Westin’s Eat Well philosophy, a Salad and Cheese Station featuring numerous imported kinds of cheese, fresh lettuce and salad leaves with a variety of condiments, pickles, sauces and dressings is included; to enable diners to rustle up their own salads.

Main highlights to savour range from perennial Roast Turkey, Lamb Leg and Beef Wellington to more distinct European-centric fare such as the well-spiced and aromatic Spanish Paella Seafood, and a surprisingly moist Duck Leg Confit with Cherry, Quinoa and Orange Sauce.

The rustic but flavourful dishes of German-inspired Braised Red Cabbage with Apple, and Swedish-inspired Hasselback Potato with Orange Cheddar Sauce somehow left quite an impression. Possibly because they are meatless; a nice counterpoint to the heavier, protein-laden fare we've been feasting on.

Not to be outdone, newly appointed Executive Pastry Chef Syeriff Hafizal holds his own by proffering a treasure trove of sweet treats. Flanking his showpiece of a giant gingerbread house are an oversized Chocolate "Log" Red Velvet Cake (lauded for its moist fudgy texture), a Croquembouche Tower and assorted Macarons (whimsically decorated as reindeer, santa, snowman and Christmas tree) amongst others.

Some gems await in the bread section: Ginger Bread Loaf inspired by Vienna, Panettone and Christmas Stollen Sweet Bread from Italy, and Walnut Raisin Baguette inspired by France are notable choices. Dial up your festive mood with traditional Christmas cookies if you are so inclined.

Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet (6pm-10pm) at RM258 nett per adult, RM129 nett per 7-12 years old child
 
Christmas Day Brunch Buffet (12.30pm-3pm) at RM258 nett per adult, RM129 nett per 7-12 years old child
 
Christmas Day Dinner Buffet (6pm-10pm) at RM258 nett per adult, RM129 nett per 7-12 years old child
 
New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet (6pm-10pm) at RM258 nett per adult, RM129 nett per 7-12 years old child
 
New Year’s Day Dinner Buffet (6pm-10pm) at RM258 nett per adult, RM129 nett per 7-12 years old child
 
Prices above inclusive free flow of soft drinks, fruit punch, sangria, Tiger draught beer and house pour red/white wine.
 
For reservations, please call Westin Dining at tel: 03-2773 8495 or WhatsApp: +6012 305 1715 or email: westindining@westin.com