DESTINASI RASA SERANTAU AT SOFITEL KL DAMANSARA

 

Slow down and soak in the spirit of Ramadan with loved ones at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara’s ‘Destinasi Rasa Serantau’, from 19 February to 19 March 2026.

Crafted by 14 chefs at Kwee Zeen based on 14 hometown inspiration for buka puasa, every dish pays tribute to the heritage, memory and flavours definitive of regional Malaysia.

For a show-stopping start, grab a slice or two of tender Beef Rendang Wellington. Wrapped in golden, crisp and flaky pastry, the speciality is available from Friday to Sunday.

 
Warming hearts and minds are robust Melaka-style Asam Pedas Peranakan Ekor Lembu, irresistible Udang Galah Masak Diraja, rich and piquant Kambing Golek Bumbu Jawa, punchy Peha Lembu Bakar Bumbu Minangkabau and Nasi Dagang Ikan Tongkol.

 
Other noteworthy mainstays to sample include Ketupat Sotong Sumbat Ubi Keledek, Patin Masak Lemak Tempoyak, Nasi Biryani Gam Berlauk, Rendang Tok Rusuk Lembu “Angus”, Nasi Dagang Ikan Tongkol, Gulai Tiga Beradik, Nyonya Mee Udang Galah and Ikan Bakar Kampung.

Boosting the expansive array further are various international dishes such as Grilled Seabass with Lobster Bisque, Seafood Paella, Chicken Cordon Bleu with Peppercorn Jus, BBQ Beef Short Ribs, Tomato Ka Shorba and cook-to-order Assorted Pasta: Pomodoro, Aglio Olio and Carbonara.

 
Assorted Malay Kuih, Bubur Pulut Hitam, Raya Cookies and Mini Cakes form some of the sweet contenders to finish with. On Friday to Sunday, enjoy free flow of durians at the Durian Station, set up at Le Bar Terrace from 7pm to 9.30pm.

                                                                           
Sofitel’s ‘Destinasi Rasa Serantau’ Dinner Buffet is available now until 19 March 2026 at RM228+ per adult (Monday to Thursday) and RM248+ per adult (Friday to Sunday).

A festive Raya Brunch at RM138+ per adult, and Raya Dinner at RM228+ per adult will be available 20 to 22 March 2026.

 
For reservations and enquiries at Sofitel KL Damansara, call tel: 03-2720 6688, WhatsApp +6017 511 7725 or email:

hanafi.suid@sofitel.com

BREAK FAST WITH CULINA BISTRO’S FESTIVE FEASTS

As a restaurant rooted in European classics, Culina Bistro weaves commendable local flavours into its culinary repertoire, befitting the season of Ramadan.

From 23 February to 19 March, the bistro offers two set menus alongside an à la carte selection for buka puasa. The four-course Festive Feast for two (RM198) is a sensible option structured with restraint and balance.

The meal opens with Oxtail Soup, made from Australian oxtail simmered in a lightly spiced broth. Carrot, celery and potato lend natural sweetness and body, while the collagen-rich oxtail is cooked to yielding tenderness.

Roti Jala follows; its lace-like crêpes made to order on the griddle then rolled neatly. Paired with a creamy, aromatic potato curry, the dish offers textural contrast: soft, airy folds against a warmly spiced sauce.

Available at a supplementary charge, appetisers such as Crab Cakes (+RM70), Pandan Chicken (+RM30), Seafood Tempura (+RM50) and Beef Bergedil (+RM50) cater to those seeking something richer or more indulgent to start with.

For mains, choose two main courses from a line-up that reflects Culina’s hybrid identity: Ayam Percik, Beef Pizza, Butter Chicken, Clam Aglio Olio or Prawn Spaghetti.

The Ayam Percik is particularly noteworthy. Using organic, antibiotic-free lacto chicken, the meat is marinated for 24 hours with galangal, lemongrass and a measured blend of spices before being grilled in a Mibrasa charcoal oven. The result is succulent flesh beneath lightly charred skin, with a nice smokiness infused into the spice paste. It's a complete and substantial meal when partnered with nasi jagung (corn rice) and some zesty, crunchy achar (carrot and cucumber pickles).

Handmade fresh to order, the delectable Beef Pizza attests to the kitchen’s grounding in European techniques. 

The crust emerges properly blistered and crisp at the edges, spread with a savoury, slightly piquant sauce. Pepper-crusted beef slices, mushrooms and capsicum are applied with a generous albeit disciplined hand, allowing each component to shine through.

Desserts lean toward familiar comfort with regional nuance. Options include a Pandan Crêpe (+RM10), Flourless Chocolate Cake (+RM28), Kueh Bakar with coconut ice cream, Soft Serve Sulawesi Vanilla (+RM10), or a Dessert of the Day (+RM10).

The Pandan Crêpe is a contemporary riff of kuih ketayap — tender-soft pancake filled with candied grated coconut and cream. Accompanied by coconut ice cream and a scattering of crumbs for texture, it wraps the meal up on a nostalgic yet modern note.

Situated within The Shoppes at Four Seasons Place, the concept at Culina merges gourmet market and bistro with tasteful coherence. Premium meats from Australia, New Zealand and Korea, seafood from France, artisanal cheeses, olive oils and baking provisions are displayed across specialty counters — from butchery to delicatessen. Diners may even select cuts or seafood from the retail section to be prepared à la minute by the Culina team, an approach that underscores transparency and ingredient confidence.

Open daily from 11.30am to 9.30pm (last order 9pm), Culina Bistro offers a thoughtful Ramadan experience; anchored in good produce and adept techniques, with just enough festivity to mark the fasting month season without losing its culinary compass.

For reservations at Culina Bistro, call tel: 03-2779 7313. Address: B1, Shoppes at Four Seasons Place, 145, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur