Best of Asean anchors expansive ‘buka puasa’ spread

Singapore chilli crab with mantou and chicken ‘kerabu’ from Vietnam (below), part of the vast ‘Santapan Ramadan Serantau’ buffet offering dishes from all 11 Asean countries. — Photos: ART CHEN/The Star

A surge of heat rises from the grill, carrying with it the aroma of the nine-spice lamb.

Inside Sunway Putra Hotel, the “Santapan Ramadan Serantau” spread at Kopi Haus exudes a vibe like that of an open house.