RASA TRADISI DINNER BUFFET AT SUNWAY SANCTUARY

This year, a blend of cultural heritage and culinary excellence converges to mark the debut of Rasa Tradisi dinner buffet at The Dining Room on Level 15 of Sunway Sanctuary. Available now from 6.30pm – 9pm until 16 March, even non-residents can also patronise the specially curated buka puasa spread.  

Modelled after retirement living for seniors in Japan and Australia, Sunway Sanctuary is a premier senior living residence with accessible, dedicated professional healthcare services, personalised senior living facilities and curated lifestyle events. 

 
Taking pride of place at the buffet is Kambing Panggang (pan-fried lamb shoulder with onion sauce) alongside classic servings of Bubur Lambuk (savoury spiced porridge), Sup Tomato and various iterations of Malay Kerabu (local salads) and Western salads (think pasta, cold cuts, etc). 

Flavourful dishes of Udang Masak Lemak Cili Api (piquant prawns in turmeric and bird’s eye chilli curry), Fish Curry, Sayur Campur Dal Kuning (mixed vegetables with dhal curry), Ikan Patin Masak Lemak Tempoyak (Pahang-style riverfish cooked with fermented durian and coconut milk), Pucuk Ubi Masak Lemak Labu (sweet potato shoots and pumpkin in coconut milk) and Ayam Percik (grilled chicken with spices and coconut milk marinade) beckon; ideal partners for the fluffy Nasi Masala Kuning.

Local hawker’s fare such as Fried Mi Siam, Chicken and Beef Satay, Murtabak, Roti Canai and Mee Rebus add variety to the dinner line-up.

Refreshing drinks of barley, lemongrass and (asam boi) preserved plum complemented by dessert treats of Nian Gao Pancakes, Kek Batik, Fresh Fruits, Malay Kuih, Mini Cakes, Agar-Agar and Thai-style Sangkaya complete the immersive experience.

 
Priced at RM188+ per adult, RM128+ per senior (55 years old and above) and RM98+ per child (8-12 years old), the Rasa Tradisi buffet features 6 rotating menus of traditional delicacies.

At the recent media preview, guests were treated to lively silat and bamboo dance performances, proffering an insight into the dynamic lifestyle at Sunway Sanctuary.

Vivien Lim, Director of Sales and Marketing at Sunway Sanctuary said “The Dining Room doesn’t just offer a dining experience, but an occasion for generations gather to celebrate togetherness and wellness through exceptional food and culture.

 
“As Malaysia’s premier senior living residence, Sunway Sanctuary is dedicated to revolutionising retirement living through holistic wellness, personalised care, and vibrant
community experiences.”

For reservations at The Dining Room, Sunway Sanctuary, WhatsApp: +60 19 313 0061. Address: Level 15, Tower D, No. 5, Jalan Lagoon Selatan, Bandar Sunway, Subang Jaya, Selangor.

DE.WAN 1958 INFUSES CNY SET MENUS WITH MUHIBBAH SPIRIT

Chinese New Year menus shaped by regional pride and the personal touch of Malaysia’s most recognisable culinary raconteur take the limelight at De.Wan 1958 by Chef Wan.

Three set menus priced at RM1288++, RM1588++ and RM1988++ per table of 9-10 persons are available; specially conceived for those who prefer something different from the usual Chinese fare or wish to celebrate in true Muhibbah spirit with non-Chinese friends. (Note: CNY set menus not available at TRX outlet)

De.Wan 1958 at Bangsar Shopping Centre is the epitome of style and taste, with the IG-worthy interior exuding clubby library vibes at the entrance before segueing into a spacious dining space. Vintage colonial era fans move languidly and warm lighting at strategic spots give way to a warren of tastefully furnished private dining rooms.

Most befittingly, our preview of the RM1288++ menu commenced with Golden Jade Prosperity Toss: an astute composition of vibrant hued vegetables and crisp snow pear. 

Pulled together by orange honey, sweet red chilli and nutty gado-gado sauce in addition to crushed peanuts and sesame seeds, the refreshing yee sang salad is a nod to the archipelago’s influences.

 
The same sense of joyful plurality runs through the meal. As a platform for telling Malaysia’s food story in full colour, and sweet, tangy and spice-laced flavours, each dish at De.Wan echoes those of home cooking, elevated without losing its soul.

 
Rice, always central to Malaysian meals, comes in two symbolic expressions: Nasi Bunga Telang, tinted jade-blue with butterfly pea for wisdom and fortune, and Nasi Pandan Delima, liberally studded with raisins and pomegranate, for vitality and wealth. The ideal foil to capture the lush flavours of the myriad main dishes.

Immersed in an aromatic green gravy, the braised Signature Green Lamb Opor entices with fork-tender meat redolent with the warm, hearty richness of spices and coconut milk.

Equally noteworthy is Auspicious Jumbo Sotong – succulent calamari pieces simmered in coconut milk and coastal spices – boast more delicate depth; the sublime flavours unfolding with each bite.

Fish, a perennial symbol of abundance to the Chinese, arrives as Five Blessings Steamed Siakap. Its clean, delicate flesh is enlivened with a fragrant topping of chilli padi, lemongrass, ginger and tomato. The harmonious balance is thoughtful rather than showy, allowing culinary and symbolic facets to take centrestage.

Delicious fried chicken pieces acquire extra appeal in the taste and colour spectrum with the accompaniment of glossy orange-butter sauce, creating a most winsome Golden Orange Treasure Chicken.

 
The assertive umaminess of fermented shrimp paste meets wok-fried greens, ensuring the Four Treasures Belacan King Vegetables an agreeable inclusion for the celebratory menu.

Dessert keeps things light and rooted in the tropics. Tropical Jewels of Longevity offers sun-ripened fruits, while little bowls of soft Gula Melaka Sago Pearls deliver subtly sweet indulgence without excess.

 
Toast to the Fire Horse Year with two specially concocted drinks: Jade Lychee Sparkle and Imperial Lychee Sparkle (RM15++ each). The first features refreshing lychee with watermelon and lime, infused with mint and pandan, topped with soda and finished with lychee and edible flower. The latter has lychee, grenadine, lime and mint with fresh orange pulp, adorned with dried orange slice, promegranate and edible blossom.

 
Signature Cucur Udang and Kerabu Paku Kerang round out the experience, grounding the menu in unmistakably local nuances. The huge, crispy prawn fritters are an unmissable appetiser for any visit to De.Wan. Young fiddlehead fern shoots coupled with cockles tossed in invigorating mixture of kerisik, (toasted grated coconut), shallots, torch ginger flower and lime juice is another must try option.

Dining at De.Wan 1958 is more than a mere meal. It speaks of a truly Malaysian story, told through the unmistakable voice of its owner-chef; a genial host who knows prosperity tastes best when it’s shared. 

For reservations at De.Wan 1958, visit the link below: 
https://www.tableapp.com/de-wan-1958