Giant Mud Crab & French Crab @ Chynna, Hilton Kuala Lumpur

Seated in opulent setting of crimson hue, my friend and I were imagining ways of getting our fingers dirty elegantly in Chynna, Hilton Kuala Lumpur's premier dining restaurant. While absorbing the Tang Dynasty inspired atmosphere, we chatted about our anticipation of Chynna marrying two of our favourite food- crabs and durian! Like any other marriages, it is quite a risk. However, as it was Hilton's restaurant, we had faith that it was a wageble call. 

Hilton Kuala Lumpur’s Chynna crab promotion is from now until 30 November 2019

French Crabs (RM28 / 100grams)

Giant Mud Crabs (RM33 / 100grams)

Affiliate credit card holders enjoy 20% off, while Hilton Dining APAC members enjoy 25% off.

Ready for a treat at Hilton Kuala Lumpur's Chynna Restaurant

Tand Dynasty inspired setting

Of oriental grace

Mud crab in durian sauce

There it was. The unthinkable dish stared back at us. A layer of thick yellow sauce of predictable origins was doused over the crabs, leaving its red shells peeping from under. There was no distinct smell although durians have a strong fragrance. We have to say that this dish is indeed made only for the fruit's loyal fans. Durian haters, don't say you were not warned.

Although a true blue durian lover, I had doubts when I first saw it. But, it all melted away at the first bite. The taste of Musang King makes its way to the tastebuds gently and sweetly. Sinking my teeth further into the crab, I could make out that cheese was cleverly used to bridge sweet and savoury while butter was added to bind the flavours. The mud crabs were indulgingly fleshy. I found myself licking the sweet sauce off the plate at the end of it.

This innovative creation is a good choice for people who have an appetite for unique choices. 

Of sweet and savoury taste

Getting my fingers on this innovative dish 

French crab in butter milk

Other than introducing the durian sauce, Cynna is also responsible for my new liking for crabs by introducing the French crabs! Other than being meaty, French crabs have toothsome roe, thick and dense, hidden underneath its oval-shaped shell. Usually being competitive over crab roes, I was pleasantly surprised and excited that there were sufficient scoops of golden bliss for 4 people from one crab. The the French crab shells, as my friend describes, were like coffers filled sumptuously with treasures of taste orange and yellow.

We had the French crab in luscious butter milk sauce, laced sufficiently with the fragrance of curry leaves. Many would agree it was a lip-smacking dish.

Thick and dense crab roe under the French crab shell

Carolyn and I attempt to devour like ladies

Mud crab in black pepper

The black pepper style seasons the crabs in bold peppery flavour without being overwhelmingly spicy giving opportunity to the appreciation of the seafood itself. The crab was slathered in dark sauce but had us in bright smiles at the end of the dish.

The black pepper claw

French crabs in kam heong

The Kam Heong, a traditional Chinese flavour, is another famous way to prepare the crabs. Have the crabs punctuated with morsels of dried shrimp. The briny quality of this dish can easily help down bowls of rice. Again, the French crabs gave us another round of its bountiful roe.

Fragrance of the Chinese "kam heong" style

Our satisfied faces testifies to Chynna's culinary standards. Heading the kitchen is Chef Lam who proves his versatility in Chinese cooking through the display of these crustacean dishes. In its gracefulness, Chynna is more than happy to handle the mess devouring these delicious crabs amid serving other Cantonese and Shanghainese cuisine dishes. Chynna is also known to welcome guests with a specially brewed 8-Treasure Welcome Tea through a metre-long spout kettle.

Set in Tang-style grandeur with a traditional Chinese herbal apothecary

Other equally exciting flavours that can be paired with crabs at Chynna are:

French crab flavours (RM33/100g)

• Steamed with egg white sauce
• Butter milk/ Kam Heong / salted egg / black pepper sauce
• Boiled in an aromatic herbal broth
• Deep-fried with cumin and curry spices

Mud crab flavours (RM33/100g)

• Signature durian cream sauce
• Wok-smoked
• Kam Heong / butter and milk / salted egg / cheese butter / blackpepper / chilli sauce

Hilton Kuala Lumpur’s Chynna crab promotion is from now until 30 November 2019

French Crabs (RM28 / 100grams)

Giant Mud Crabs (RM33 / 100grams)

Affiliate credit card holders enjoy 20% off, while Hilton Dining APAC members enjoy 25% off.

Private rooms available

With Chef Lam

Chynna,
Level 5 Hilton Kuala Lumpur, 

3, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur

For more information, visit Hilton's website at https://life.hiltonkl.com/chynna
For reservations, call: 03 2264 2596

Christmas Buffet Dinner @ Sunway Putra Hotel

Walking into Sunway Putra Hotel's Coffee House is going to feel a little bit like a fantasy this Christmas. It was like arriving at Charlie's Chocolate Factory! Ginger breads, Christmas logs, pralines, chocolates and the lot will greet you at the entrance. I was overwhelmed by sweetness even before getting my lips on them.

A wide array of desserts

This Christmas, Sunway Putra Hotel shows how they ring in the festive season in a true epicurian spirit. Their delicately created delights and scrumptious dishes that will have you smiling ear to ear.

Other than their spectacular line-up of desserts, their carving station is worth eyeing for, as they will be featuring Christmas dishes like roasted whole turkey with cranberry and giblet sauce, oven baked rib eye with mustard and black pepper sauce, honey glazed meatloaf with brown sauce served with Yorkshire pudding. Other must-tries include Turkey Casserole, Chicken roulade with Orange Thyme, baked vegetables, shepard’s pie and minced lamb pie. All of which reminds us of the warmth of Yuletide.

You can be sure that Western, Chinese, Malay and Indian cuisine will be served to satisfy all palettes of life. Despite the wide array of food and genres, there is no hint of compromise on taste and presentation of every dish.

Live Action Stalls of Barbecue Mini Beef Steaks, Lamb Shoulders and Chicken Fillets, Seafood Porridge, Wanton Noodle Soup, Satay, Dim Sum, Yong Tau Foo and Pasta. Mouth-watering Indian Biryani Rice and Hyderabad Chicken Biryani and Chef’s recommendations of rich creamy Asparagus Soup are available on these two days.

Desserts that capture the heart

Chocolate sculpture

Chocolate mousse cake

Opera cake

Pralines

Macarons

Chocolate Terrine

Christmas cupcakes

Flourless Chocolate Cake

Christmas cake

Detailing with sugar

Bite-size Christmas treats

Delights in cups

Christmas pudding

Toppings galore at the ice-cream corner

Chef Rukedi, the man responsible for all the wonderful dessert creations

Roasted turkey

Meatloaves and roasted vegetables

Even roasted vegetables are so varied!

Mashed potato made on-point

Sauces to accompany your meat carvings

Shashimi

Lamb vindaloo

Pan Fried Supreme of Chiecken Roulade with Orange Thyme

Southern Por Roast Beef

Turkey Casserole

Salmon Herbs Crusted

Vegetable and Mushroom Sheppard Pie

Minced Lamb Pie

Beef Rendang Dendeng

Chicken with Soy Sauce and Calamansi

Smoked Salmon with Gherkin

Smoked Chicken Bread with Orange Sauce

Egg mimosa, Cold Roasted Turkey Breast

Poached whole salmon with lemon honey mayonnaise

Cheese lovers can check out their generous and high quality cheese assortments of Gouda, Cheddar, Blue Cheese, Garlic Herb, Baby Bell, Brie and Gruyere.

For healthier options, diners can try mixture of salads and appetizers. Some of the highlight will be Fish Salad with Tomato Salsa, Prawns Cocktail, Avocado and Apple Salad and Breaded Mussels with Fruit Salsa.

Christmas Eve Buffet priced at MYR128.00 nett per person  (free for children aged 7 years and below)  Half price applies to Senior Citizen and children aged 8 to 12 years old.

From 7 October till 24th December 2019, the Hotel will be offering Early Bird Vouchers which is priced at MYR75 nett per person and the voucher is limited to first 200 guests only.

On Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, Coffee House will be serving the Buffet Hi-Tea priced at MYR79 nett per person (free for children aged 7 years and below) and half price for Senior Citizens and Children aged 8 to 12 years old.

To make reservations, call 03-4040 9888 extension 9038 or email spkl.ch@sunwayhotels.com

SPECIAL ROOM PACKAGES
All-in-one room packages during Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Check out Room Packages for both offering room rates starts from MYR425.00 per night. Book direct from Hotel’s website https://putra.sunwayhotels.com to enjoy these special packages.

In addition, there will be special performances of Christmas Carolers on 21st & 24th December 2019 from 6.30 p.m. to 7.15 p.m. at Hotel’s Lobby area at Level 9.

Christmas in The City Room Package includes:
 2 days 1 night accommodation stay in any room category
 Daily buffet breakfast at Coffee House.
 Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner at Coffee House (free for children aged 7 years and below and half price for children aged 8 to 12 years old)
 Complimentary Wi-fi Access
 Complimentary daily scheduled shuttle service to Petronas Twin Towers and Bukit Bintang.
 20% discount on Food & Beverage upon dining at Gen Japanese Restaurant, Coffee House or Atrium Lounge.

3rd Millennial Deals Package includes:
 2 days 1 night accommodation stay in any room category
 Daily buffet breakfast at Coffee House.
 Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner at Coffee House (free for children aged 7 years and below and half price for children aged 8 to 12 years old)
 Complimentary Wi-fi Access
 Complimentary daily scheduled shuttle service to Petronas Twin Towers and Bukit Bintang.
 20% discount on Food & Beverage upon dining at Gen Japanese Restaurant, Coffee House or Atrium Lounge.

For room reservations and enquiries, please call: +60 3 4040 9988 or email spkl.reservations@sunwayhotels.com or book directly at https://putra.sunwayhotels.com

For the latest news and offers at Sunway Putra Hotel, connect via the hotel’s Facebook at
https://www.facebook.com/sunwayputrahotelkl and Instagram @sunwayputrahotel.

Sunway Putra Hotel is located at 100, Jalan Putra, 50350 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
For general enquiries, please call: +60 3 4040 9888 or email spkl.enquiry@sunwayhotels.com