SELERA SERANTAU ADDS SPICE TO NEW CINNAMON

Embark on a irresistible culinary tour of the Asian region with Selera Serantau for buka puasa at One World Hotel’s spanking new Cinnamon Coffee House.

The jaw-dropping, cavernous 600-seat restaurant welcomes diners with a floor-to-ceiling curved LED screen upon entry. Strolling down the long walkway will reveal different dining areas and live interactive kitchens; every facet stirs up a sense of wonder and excitement even before one is seated down.

External pockets of lush greenery are visible from certain parts of the dining area whilst an infusion of modern and subtle Oriental interior touches: dark marble counters, floral displays, warm spot and recessed lighting and a feature wall adorned with traditional roof tile designs add beguiling charm to the elegant and streamlined space. Food is artfully displayed and served from island counters, live action kitchens and glass showcases.

For the month of Ramadan, the Cinnamon team has gone to town with an extravagant spread of 100 local and regional delicacies based on 4 rotational menus. Whether it’s Malay, Indian, Chinese, Japanese or Continental, no picky palate is left unfulfilled.

When you break fast at Cinnamon this year, we suggest starting at the premium Seafood section: king crab legs, freshly shucked oysters, crayfish, mussels and tiger prawns. The fresh, sweet crab legs are especially noteworthy and a prized catch for buka puasa.

Heartwarming familiar favourites: Sup Tulang Rawa (beef shin bone broth with local herbs and spices), Roast Lamb and Beef, Satay, Daging Gulai Utara (Northern Malaysia beef curry), Chicken Rendang Minang, Assorted Kerabu, and festive bites of Lemang, Ketupat and Serunding beckon. 

Crowd-pleasing Chicken Rice, Lamb and Prawn Masala, and Chicken 65, Tandoori from the Chinese and Indian sections complete the Malaysian offerings.

Those with a penchant for Japanese fare will be overjoyed to find a wide selection of colourful and appetising Sashimi, Nigiri Sushi, Maki Sushi, Tempura, and Fried Tebasaki (chicken wings) to savour.

International specialities to sample include Seafood Chowder, different types of Pizza, cook-to-order Pasta, Cold Cuts and Terrines, Seafood Chowder, Cheese Board, Baked Fish with Herb Bearnaise Sauce and Lamb Cutlets with Rosemary amongst others.

It is virtually impossible to eschew the vast plethora of desserts: Malay Kuih, Baklava, Aiskrim Potong, Peanut Butter Velvet Cake, Earl Grey Mousse Cake, Pralines, French Entremets, shot glasses of Jelly with Longans, and freshly made cups of frothy Teh Tarik.

Cinnamon’s Selera Serantau is priced at RM208 nett per person once Ramadan starts. For early birds pre-booking, the buka puasa buffet is available at RM168 nett per person and RM84 per child (6-12 years old) only for reservations made before 23 March.

For reservations, please call Cinnamon Coffee House, One World Hotel PJ, tel: 03-76811157 or WhatsApp https://wa.me/60162109521

CITARASA NIPAH AT EQ KUALA LUMPUR FOR BUKA PUASA

This year when you buka puasa (break fast) at EQ Kuala Lumpur during Ramadan, be sure to sample Nasi Beriani Kambing Batu Pahat at Nipah Restaurant.

The deliciously flavourful show-stealing dish, prepared by Malay Chef Muhammad Hajral Lisarni, is one of the many signature specialities at the Citarasa Nipah promotion come the Ramadan month.

Mr. Gerard Walker, General Manager of EQ Kuala Lumpur, believes Citarasa Nipah fulfils diners’ desire for simpler, nostalgic times. "People's priorities change over time, but they'll always appreciate a good outing and an opportunity to catch up with friends.”

Staying true to the traditional methods of Malay food preparation, Chef Hajral and his team aim to revive fond memories of passionate slow-cooking and the familial and communal pleasure of meal-sharing at Nipah.

Choice picks from the extensive menu include Gulai Lemak Cili Padi Daging Salai (the beef is smoked in-house before it’s cooked with a robust yellow curry); Sambal Tumis Udang Harimau (tiger prawns in zingy, fiery-hot sambal); Tulang Rawan Gulai Kawah; Gulai Nangka Muda (young jackfruit curry); Kari Kambing (mutton curry) and assorted Kerabu (local salads) by Chef de Partie Saadiah.

Crowd-pleasers such as Kambing Golek (whole roast lamb), EQ's emblematic Satay, Rendang with Ketupat and Lemang, Rojak Buah and the ubiquitous Seafood Bar proffering freshly shucked oysters in addition to blanched mussels, tiger prawns, and baby scallops on ice are part of the splendid feast.

Tradition meets modernity come dessert time with classic treats of Lompat Tikam, Dodol, Pengat Nangka, Sago and Som Som Gula Melaka beckon invitingly alongside inventive, contemporary temptations: Strawberry Mousse Entremets, Pistachio Dates, Chocolate Mousse Banana Cake, Coconut Lime Mousse Cake, Kek Batik Coklat and Layered Cake.

Citarasa Nipah is available at Nipah from 23 March - 21 April 2023 from 6.30pm – 10.30pm at RM228+ per adult and RM114+ per child, 6-12 years old).

Early Bird Vouchers available at RM188+ per adult, redeemable between 23-26 March and 19-21 April 2023.

Reservations at Nipah are recommended. To book, kindly email: dineateqkl@kul.equatorial.com or WhatsApp +60122789239 or book through TableApp: https://www.tableapp.com/partner/nipah-eq-kuala-lumpur