IN THIS month of Ramadan, it is most rewarding when the whole family gathers for iftar for a meal together. If you’re planning to dine out, hotel buffets would be a prime choice as they offer a wide variety ranging from generational recipes to international cuisine, and there’s something for everyone. Here’s a quick guide to the top Ramadan hotel buffet spots in the Klang Valley:
Bazaar Malam at W Hotel Kuala Lumpur.
1. W Hotel
Crowd favourite “Bazaar Malam” with a twist on traditional night market offers dishes specially prepared by executive chef Haznizam Hamzah and sous chef Suhalmi Md Tasir. Flock, revamped into a bazaar with multiple stalls, features local delicacies ranging from Kudap-Kudap, Jeruk-Jeruk Penang and Roti John with fillings such as lobster, lamb and cheese. At the All about Barbecue Grill station, there are high-quality meats from the rich and flavourful cuts of the Middle Eastern Grill to the spicy and aromatic offerings of the Siamese Grill and the classic Satay Grill.
Price: RM288 (adult) RM144
(child)
Reservations:
W Kuala Lumpur (marriott.com) website
Selera Juadah Kampung at Thyme, Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur.
2. Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur
Presenting Selera Juadah Kampung at Thyme, one is transported to grandma’s kampung house where you can dine on traditional dishes like Kambing Golek, Nasi Kandar, Aneka Bubur, Rojak Lambung Mamak and Gulai Kawah. Freshly sliced sashimi and seafood, live stations featuring hawker-style char kuey teow, murtabak and made-to-order freshly cooked seafood as well as a huge selection of traditional kuih-muih and desserts from the patisserie are also available
Price: rM228 (adults) rM114 (child) Reservations: 03-2782 8493
Lamb Beriani at Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur.
3. Four Seasons
Hotel Kuala LumpurFeaturing “Sajian Kayangan Kita” (Malaysian Folklore Feast), the buffet dinner at Curate is inspired by ancient folktales from different regions of the country. Chefs Putri Farisya Amirza, Hanif Ahmadiah and Mohd Alif Muazzam Saffarudin present a repertoire of dishes with signature creations such as Tuaran Seafood Noodles, Nasi Ulam Truffle, Kambing Panggang Utara (Northern-style roasted whole lamb); Itik Golek Pekan (carved smoked duck), Creme Brulee Bobo Chacha and Apom Gula Hangus. Curate also features hotel manager Sheila Ali’s special dish – Asam Pedas Salmon – based on a family recipe inherited from her mother.
Price: RM289 (adult)
RM145 (child)
Reservations: chat via Four Seasons App6. Sheraton
Aneka Satay and Pandan Chicken at Double Tree Hilton Shah Alam.
4. DoubleTree
Hilton Shah AlamBuffet dinner at Makan Kitchen is part of the nationwide “Citarasa Serantau” campaign by Hilton hotels in Malaysia, which not only highlights local favorites but also dishes from neighboring countries like Indonesia and Thailand. Look out for premium signature dishes such as Nasi Minyak Berempah, Ayam Goreng Lengkuas, Sotong Sambal Petai, Kepah Kukus Cili Api, Bendi Goreng Belacan as well as Indian and Chinese specialty dishes. Live stations feature Ramadan specials such as Rojak Buah Pak Muaz and Rojak Tonggek.
Price: RM178 (adult)
RM89 (child)
Reservations: 03-5650 0200
EQ Kuala Lumpur features Malaysian favourites at Citarasa Nipah.
5. EQ Kuala Lumpur
Famed Malay chef Muhammad Hajral Lisarni is behind the gastronomic splendour at Citarasa Nipah, featuring both traditional and innovative takes on Malaysian favourites. Not to be missed is EQ’s signature satay and Kambing Golek as well as Hajral’s signature Nasi Beriani Kambing Batu Pahat. Other dishes to look forward to include Gulai Lemak Cili Padi Daging Salai, Sambal Tumis Udang Harimau, Ayam Goreng Mamu, Tulang Rawan Gulai Kawah, Kerabu Daging and desserts Lompat Tikam Sago and Som Som Gula Melaka. Chef de partie Saadiah has prepared a wide variety of delicious kerabu (local salad), and seafood favourites such as freshly shucked oysters, tiger prawns and baby scallops are also available.
Price: RM228+ (adult)
RM114+ (child)
Reservations: 012-2789 239
Seafood galore at Sheraton Petaling Jaya.
6. Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel
“Sajian Warisan” has nostalgic flavours. The Malay cuisine is curated by sous chef Firdaus. This year’s selection includes dishes like Gulai Daging dan Nangka Ala Canggung, Ayam Masak Lemak Rebung Tok Mizi, Nasi Dalcha and Ayam Bawang with the signature whole-roasted Ouzi Lamb served with rice, vegetable saloona and garlic yoghurt. Kampung favourites include Sambal Udang Petai, Kerabu Mangga and lemang. Also on the table are Arabic and Japanese cuisines, fresh seafood and international signature dishes.
Price: rM168 (adult) rM84 (child)
Reservations: 017-228 6098
7. Concorde Hotel
The Buka Puasa Buffet spread at Melting Pot Cafe features traditional kampung classic dishes and Thai specialities. Among the traditional kampung dishes by Malay chef Mohamad Yusoff are Sup Gearbox, Laksa Johor, Ayam Percik Kelantan, Kambing Masak Hitam Manis, Daging Rendang Tok and Nasi Briyani with Roasted Whole Lamb. This year, there is the added attraction of Thai specialities curated by Thai chef Nopporn Nutto such as Tom Yum Gai Nam Koon (Red Tom Yam Chicken Soup), Larb Gai (Spicy Minced Chicken Salad), Gaeng Massaman Neua (Massaman Beef with Potatoes) and Pla Muek Tod Kra Tiam (Deep-fried Squid with Garlic and Pepper) as well as a variety of Bangkok traditional sweets, among others.
Price: RM178 (adult)
RM89 (child)
Reservations: 03-2717 2233
