Fong with the chicken burritos at Sedap, Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre Hotel & Residences. — Photos: IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star
WESTERN cuisines often take centre stage during Christmas season, but incorporating local cooking techniques and ingredients can lend a distinctive flair to the spread.
That’s the approach Sedap restaurant at Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre Hotel & Residences is taking.
Executive chef Fong Teck Fei, said, “We want to tailor our dishes to suit Malaysian palates. Our turkey is marinated using local techniques and enhanced with a variety of herbs and spices.”
The turkey dish, infused with a zesty orange brine, delivers a juicy and tender bite, complemented by a golden, crispy skin that adds an irresistible crunch.
Another standout is the Roasted Beef, seasoned to perfection to achieve a rich, savoury crust and robust flavour.
The Crusted Lamb Rack stands out, as does the Roasted Chicken Leg, glazed with maple syrup offering a caramelised exterior that pairs beautifully with its juicy interior.
The Spiced Duck Leg with Truffle Sauce elevates the spread with its spicy, aromatic meat, matched by the luxurious creaminess of truffle.
Comfort foods like Pepperoni Pizza as well as chicken and beef burritos are available as well.
The spread also has a range of seafood options, with the Salmon Fillet in Creamy Green Pepper Sauce standing out for its subtle balance of flavours that enhances the fish’s natural richness.
Not to be missed is the Stuffed Jumbo Crab Meat Deluxe, which is well-seasoned.
Rounding out the savoury selections are Braised Baked Potato with Orange Cheddar Sauce, Braised Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Chicken Strips, Braised Red Cabbage with Green Apple, and Roasted Butternut Squash Soup.
The eye-catching Red Telephone Framboise Cheesecake.
For dessert, there is the Lemon Meringue Roll, which strikes a perfect balance between sweet and tangy.
The Strawberry Shot Glass combines fresh strawberries, cream and a touch of crunch.
Stealing the show is the Caramelised Spiced Apple Tart, featuring a buttery, flaky crust filled with spiced apples.
Another highlight is the Vintage Suitcase Cake, which has layers of cake and frosting.
There’s also the eye-catching Red Telephone Framboise Cheesecake.
The buffet dinner is priced at RM258 (adult) and RM129 (child) on Dec 24.
On Dec 25, the lunch spread is RM228 (adult) and RM114 (child) while the dinner costs RM258 (adult) and RM129 (child).
On Dec 31, it is RM258 (adult) and RM129 (child) for the buffet dinner and on Jan 1, it is RM188 (adult) and RM94 (child) for the lunch buffet.
SEDAP, Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre Hotel and Residences, Jalan Conlay, Kuala Lumpur. Tel: 03-2170 8888. Business hours: 6am to midnight.
This is the writer’s personal observation and not an endorsement by StarMetro.
