Saturday, March 19, 2022

A TASTE OF CULTURE FOR BUKA PUASA AT CURATE



Sajian Tradisi Kita – a flavourful Malaysian sojourn by Chef Dato’ Fazley Yaakob – together with the Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur team awaits buka puasa diners at Curate this year.

General Manager Alex Porteous (right) says “the fasting month is a special time to renew connections with family and friends, and sharing a meal together is one of the most meaningful ways to do so.

“Chef Dato’ Fazley (right) has once again joined forces with Executive Chef Junious Dickerson (left) and the Four Seasons Hotel KL team, to make each dining experience even more memorable.”


Indeed, the culinary team rolled out the red carpet for recent sneak preview with a plethora of traditional and distinctive delicacies from different parts of Malaysia. 



The curtain-raiser of Sarawak-inspired Umai Umai Seafood Salad alone was mind-blowing. A prettily plated mound of chopped baby squid, prawns and lobster scented with daun kemangi, coconut oil, and native pickles left us eagerly chomping at the bit for more.



Sup Campur was Chef Dato’ Fazley’s more refined version of the popular ‘sup gearbox’ (beef bone marrow soup). Again nicely presented, the chunk of smoked bone marrow was richly flavoured with local spices and kampung herbs.

We also sampled Chef Dato’ Fazley’s Traditional Platters featuring Nasi Dagang with Gulai Ikan Tongkol, and Nasi Kerabu with Ayam Golek Pekan. Each rice platters came accompanied by various condiments customary to the said speciality: fresh ulam (herbs), sambal, crackers, cooked vegetable, and/or pickles.


The dishes’ piquancy and robust flavours were uncompromising; a testament to the chef’s staying true to the theme. Purists will have plenty to cheer about and relish the true tastes of home.



Ingenious combinations of spices and herbs were employed to create more signature offerings to tantalise our tastebuds including Tempoyak Daun Kayu (a show-stopper for die-hard durian fans), Daging Dendeng, Ketam Salai Masak Lemak, Lontong Dengan Sayur, Rendang Rembau, and Lamb Shank Curry among others.

Dessert was no less intriguing. Lovers of the thorny King of Fruits will embrace the luscious Pengat Durian Goreng – a rich and creamy coconut milk-based broth with grilled durian in it.


Rare, uniquely traditional sweet treats such as Ubi Telampong (steamed tapioca in banana leaf served with palm syrup), Puding Di Raj and Lepat Loi (glutinous rice wrapped in banana leaf, a staple of the Bugis community) proved to be memorable discoveries. Seasonal delicacies of Tapai Ubi and Tapai Pulut (fermented glutinous rice and tapioca) were also served.


The Sajian Tradisi Kita dinner buffet (6 pm-10.30 pm) is available from:

April 3 to April 9: RM198 per adult, RM99 per child

April 10 to April 25: RM238 per adult, RM119 per child

April 26 to May 2: RM198 per adult, RM99 per child


For reservations, contact Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, tel: 03-2382-8888.

Saturday, March 12, 2022

BUKA PUASA AT THE WESTIN BAZAAR IN KUALA LUMPUR



Local favourites at bazaar Ramadan will rule the roost at The Living Room, The Westin Kuala Lumpur come fasting month this year, 
accompanied by some international offerings in the line-up.


Conceived with diners’ well-being in mind, Chief Executive Chef Halim Chek Lah and the Westin team have gone to town, cooking up a lavish buffet for the recent media preview.


Pushing the boat out literally, the salad and appetisers range from Kerabu Mangga Perut Lembu and Kerabu Smoked Salmon Buah Delima to glistening slices of Sashimi and DIY Caesar Salad.



Meat lovers will be in for a protein feast as tempting choices such as Kambing Golek Berempah Kuzi, Beef Shin Rendang, Daging Salai, Ikan Kembung & Cencaru Bakar, Satay and Murtabak Ayam beckon invitingly.

 

Typical Malaysian favourites: Chicken Rice, Chilli Crabs, Fried Salted Egg Buns, Nangka Masak Lemak, Biryani Chicken Rice, and Assorted Indian Curries form part and parcel of the attractions.

 

Those hankering for Hari Raya fare like Rendang, Ketupat, Lemang and Serunding will be overjoyed to find them at the buffet too. Dodol and nostalgic kiddies’ snack items are laid out over at the Go Local corner.

 

Remember to leave ample tummy space for the extensive dessert parade. Whether your penchant is for Malay Kuih, Tapai Ubi and Cendol Jelly or Crepe with Gula Melaka Ice Cream, Assorted Petit Gateaux or Chocolate Bread Pudding, rest assured the chefs have got you covered.


Early Bird Promotion! The Westin Bazaar is available at RM128 nett per adult for bookings made between now and 5 April 2022.

From 6 – 30 April, the normal price of The Westin Bazaar buffet will be RM188 per adult and RM94 per child (7 – 12 years old). Selected bank cardholders will enjoy a 20% discount off the normal price for the said promotion.

Reservations are highly recommended. Call Westin Dining, tel: 03-2773 8495, WhatsApp +6012 305 1715 or email: westindining@westin.com or visit: www.thewestinkualalumpur.com

Monday, March 07, 2022

AROUND MALAYSIA IN 80 DISHES AT DOUBLETREE BY HILTON PUTRAJAYA LAKESIDE



Eighty mouth-watering dishes representing the best of our nation's 13 states
beckons for buka puasa at Makan Kitchen, DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside this year.

Drawing inspiration from the nationwide Jelajah Selera Bersama Hilton campaign, Executive Chef Mohd Faizal Abd Ghani and his team are highlighting a culinary voyage around Malaysia.


Muslim guests can break their day-long fast with a variety of dates and cold drinks before sampling assorted local salads such as Urap Pengaga Udang Batu Jemala (Pegaga Leaves Tossed with Prawns and Spicy Grated Coconut) and Kerabu Paku (Spicy Fern Shoots Salad) among others.

Then whet the appetite with Assorted Spiced Seafood: Sambal Gesek Prawns, Tom Yum Mussels, Sambal Hijau Bamboo Clams, Nyonya Asam Sauce Scallops and Sambal Merah Manila Clams. These options are a tantalising departure from the usual poached version served elsewhere. Balance it with some Ulam-ulaman, fresh raw local herbs with condiments.

 

The eye-catching centrepiece of Kambing Panggang Berempah Sanggai  (Marinated Roast Lamb with Roasted Spice Rub) accompanied by Nasi Briyani Saudagar Arab (Spiced Biryani Rice) taste as good as they look.




Enhance the rice with some delicious Gulai Daging Rusa Kapar (Kapar Venison Curry) and Salmon Fish Head Curry. Biryani Rice with Quail Egg in Bamboo offers an interesting variation with the aromatic rice studded with sultanas and cashews, wrapped in turmeric leaf cooked in bamboo containers.


From the East Coast, Chef Faizal proffers distinctive dishes such as Ketupat Sotong Ganu (Stuffed Squid and Minced Seafood Served with Coconut Gravy) and Satar (Grilled Parcels of Spiced Fish Paste in Banana Leaves).


Traditional Hari Raya delights: Lemang, Ketupat Palas and Serunding are also available, evoking a sense of festive spirit into the dinner. Street food-style specialities such as Ikan Bakar (grilled fish), Otak Otak (grilled parcels of fish paste wrapped in coconut leaves), Satay and fritters add to the expansive culinary line-up.


Sweet endings are equally varied, ranging from fresh fruits and local kuih to mini glasses of puddings and creamy dessert broth such as Pengat Pisang.


The ‘Around The World in 80 Dishes’ themed-buffet dinner (6:30pm to 10:30pm) begins from 3 April to 3 May is priced at RM178 nett per adult and RM89 nett per child (aged 6 – 12).


For reservations at DOUBLETREE BY HILTON PUTRAJAYA LAKESIDE, call tel: 03 8890 0000, email: KULPR_FB@hilton.com or visit: www.EatDrinkHilton.com


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