Renaissance Hotel Kuala Lumpur captured my heart at the first stick of beef satay. I found myself having multiple helpings of it although it would mean extra exercise the next day. It was too good to resist. The skewer of meat, solid without a chunk of fat, barbequed behind the counter till just the right doneness. Every bite was tender, juicy and toothsome with a hint of caramelization sweetness. As I shifted from satay to the roasted lamb, I had to conclude that the chefs behind Renaissance's newly revamped Evolution Cafe have deft hands at cooking meat. Meat from the lamb was soft as butter and had a sexy pink hint no one can say no to.
Renaissance's brilliantly done meat is among the exquisite spread of traditional Malaysian dishes this coming Ramadan. Themed Selera A La Kampung, the culinary team led by Executive Chef Edmund Ng have created an extensive range of kampung (village) delicacies representing the flavours of Malaysia. The menu will feature a selection of hot and cold appetizers, traditional delights, juicy poultry and a variety of delectable desserts.
Enhanced with features of Malaysia's traditional cuisine along with local favorites, the highlights of the buffet will include dishes like rendang Tok Perak, gulai ayam nangka muda Melaka, asam pedas daging tetel, Kajang satay, sup tulang and more. Their seasonal favorites make a comeback to the buffet line, such as lemang bakar, ketupat, gulai kawah and bubur cha cha.
Break your fast with a variety of dates and a wide selection of appetizers from kerabu mangga muda,
kerabu nanas, tauhu sumbat, rojak buah Penang and acar awak before diving into a variety of main dishes.
Taking the center stage with a well-loved favorite that should not be missed is the Lamb ouzi, an especially delightful dish made to be shared amongst loved ones. This unique lamb dish is slow-cooked to achieve a tender and juicy texture and served with roasted nuts, raisins and tomato rice for the ultimate kampung experience.
Staying true to the theme, a selection of classic Penang nyonya dishes from kiam chye boey, crispy pie tee, fried lobak, jiu hoo char, otak-otak and assam prawn will take you a walk down memory lane with nostalgic childhood flavors.
To add more to the selection of the flavorful spread, international favorites include Rogan josh, Saag paneer and Shish kebab should not be missed. Complete your dining experience with a bountiful dessert spread featuring an assortment of local delicacies from musang king durian pulut, durian cheesecake, sago gula Melaka, Nyonya kuih, bubur cha cha, ice kacang and international desserts such as of lychee crème brûlée and mango mousse which will tempt diners to go back for seconds.
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| The newly renovated Evolution Cafe is ready to serve with more comfort and style |
Selera A La Kampung buffet will be available daily from 6.30pm to 10.30pm from 25 April to 22 May 2020.
Priced at RM 138nett per adult and RM 69nett per child below 12 years old, Club Marriott members are able to enjoy a special rebate of 30% off and Marriott Bonvoy members will enjoy 20% off the buffet.
For groups seeking for an intimate space to break the fast together during the Holy Month between 25 April to 22 May 2020, evenings will be made truly enchanting with 3 specially crafted menu to give every diner a taste of the hotel’s impeccable service and delectable gourmet experience. Pamper your taste buds with Sup ekor berempah, Udang assam, Daging rendang, Sambal sotong and other local favorites in one of our well-appointed event venues. Priced from RM135nett per person for a minimum of 30 persons per booking, each package includes complimentary decoration and floral arrangement on all tables, standard PA system and a host of other benefits.
For dining reservations, call 03 2771 6692 or email rhi.kulrn.fb@renaissancehotels.com. Plan an event at rhi.kulrn.sales@renaissancehotels.com or call 03 2162 2233.
Follow Renaissance on Instagram @renaissancekualalumpur and Facebook at www.facebook.com/RenaissanceKL
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| Comfortable and sleek finish |
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| Baskets of Kerabu |
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| The irresistibly tender and juicy roasted lamb ouzi |
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| Nasi Bryani |
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| Meaty and lean chicken and beef satay |
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| Beef satay that I cannot get my hands off. Their tender and toothsome satay gains popularity quickly and will be gone before you know it. So don't wander too far away from it. |
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| Lemang, ketupat and rendang daging Tok Perak |
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| Sup tulang |
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| Bubur lambuk and keropok lekor |
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| From left: Gulai Ikan Tenggiri dengan Terung Hijau, Kepak Masak Kicap, Gulai Kawah Beef |
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| From left: Nasi tomato, gulai ayam dengan nangka muda |
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| From left: Daging tetel, sayur lodeh |
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| Roasted seabass with spices |
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| Serunding ayam and serunding daging |
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| Ulam-ulam, kerabu and jeruk-jeruk |
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| Condiments and sauces |
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| Enjoy bites of petai with belacan the kampung way |
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Nyonya station
Clockwise from top left: Tamarind prawn (assam har), salted vegetables soup (kuam chye boey), stir-fried jicama with cuttlefish (jiu hoo char), fried lobak and my fave, Penang otak-otak! |
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| A delight to see a whole pot of otak-otak! |
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Indian section in copper wares.
A selection of meat tikkas |
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| Tandoori dishes and naan |
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| Bryani, paneer, dhal and more |
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| Renaissance ensures that no condiments should be missed |
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| Salad section |
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| Mix your own rojak |
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| Keropoks aplenty |
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| Thirst quenchers Ramadan style |
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| Dates and bahulu |
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| Kuih muih Melayu for the festivity |
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| Bubur chacha and such |
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| Ice-cream |
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| Whole and cut fruits |
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| Picking my favourite salak and pulasan |
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| Did you know salak has a sarsi after taste? |
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| Dessert section. Spot the translucent sago gula melaka |
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| From left: Pandan cream caramel and lychee cream brulee |
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| Mango Mousse Cake |
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| Mini cakes |
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| Kunafa with cream |
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| Layer cakes |
Those interested to throw a memorable Hari Raya Open House with an extensive array of nostalgic flavors for an unforgettable celebration between 24 May and 24 June 2020. The menu features traditional local flavors featuring live cooking satay stations, Daging masak hitam, Ikan pedas, Ayam masak merah, Kari salmon, roti canai and more. Open House packages start from RM135 nett per person with a host of inclusions, for a minimum of 30 persons per booking.
For dining reservations, call 03 2771 6692 or email rhi.kulrn.fb@renaissancehotels.com. Plan an event at rhi.kulrn.sales@renaissancehotels.com or call 03 2162 2233.
Follow Renaissance on Instagram @renaissancekualalumpur and Facebook at
www.facebook.com/RenaissanceKL
