As our Independence Day draws near, a wide range of top-notch, fine-dining standalone and hotel restaurants throughout the Klang Valley are tempting guests with a smorgasbord of festive gastronomic offers and deals.
But that’s not all to look forward to this week. Check out the other special promotions listed below that’ll help make your upcoming week a very delicious one!
Editor’s Pick
Dorsett Grand Subang
This Mid Autumn festival, head to Dorsett Grand Subang, where Dim Sum Chef Chan is cooking up a storm with his wide variety of handcrafted mooncakes. From the ever-popular Dorsett Signature Blue Mooncake (the colour is derived from the extract of blue pea flowers), the MK (short for Musang King) Durian Snow Skin Mooncake (each one is made with the purest and finest MK durian pulp from Agro Best Services), to a host of baked delights with Six Coase Grains Paste Mooncake being a new addition and a couple of new Snow Skin flavours such as Black Sesame Paste with Red Dragon Fruits Snow Skin, Pandan Lotus Paste with Single Yolk-Yuzu Honey Citron Snow Skin and Honey Purple Potato Paste with Single Yolk-Lemongrass Snow Skin. Note that instead of using the usual lotus paste, this year, Chef Chan uses maltose lotus paste instead.
Priced at only RM128 nett, the set comes with a box of Rhymba Hills Sampler Pack Tea (10 sachets) and choice of any four pieces of baked mooncakes (except the White Lotus Paste with Double Yolk).
Location: Dorsett Grand Subang
The RuMa Hotel & Residences
In celebration of our nation’s 66th year of independence, followed by the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the federation of Malaysia, The RuMa Hotel and Residences pays homage to our multi-cultural heritage with Malaysian Majesty, an afternoon tea featuring modern interpretations of traditional tea-time favourites.
Think delicate macarons filled with D24 durian cremeux, flavourful otak-otak elevated with decadent Baerri Caviar, an assortment of ice cream in local flavours or the traditional Italian dessert, tiramisu, imbued with teh tarik for a delightfully Malaysian twist. The array of both sweet and savoury treats can be paired with a refreshing Tembikai Laici Gin cocktail, or for teetotalers, a Durian Belanda Sour mocktail.
The Malaysian Majesty is available from 28th August till 31st October 2023, and will be served daily at The LIBRARI from 2pm to 5pm. The exclusive afternoon tea set is priced at RM158 nett per person, or RM298 nett for two.
Date: 28th August till 31st October 2023
Location: The RuMa Hotel and Residences
Four Points Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown
This Independence Day, the Four Points has got lots going on to keep your tastesbuds satiated!
Fuiyoh Nostalgia Buffet
Celebrate the 66th Independence Day with Quan’s Kitchen by indulging in a nostalgic culinary journey. This buffet is available on Saturday (6.30pm to 10pm) and Sunday (12.30pm to 3pm) from now till 16th September.
Merdeka Magic Afternoon Tea
Indulge in the Merdeka Magic Afternoon Tea at the award-winning teahouse, Lady Yi’s Tea House. For only RM98+ per set, you not only get to enjoy various delicacies, but also a buy 1 free 1 offer. This afternoon tea is available for dine-in patrons only, from Monday to Thursday, from 2pm to 6pm.
Hochiak Lunch Set
Whether you’re a fan of Asian delicacies or crave the comforting taste of Western classics, indulge in a delightful culinary adventure featuring an appetizer, a main course of your choice, and a scrumptious dessert. Quan’s Kitchen’s 3-Course Hochiak Set Lunch is priced at RM35+ per set and is available weekdays, from 12pm to 3pm.
Location: Four Points Kuala Lumpur
Birch KL
Enjoy some chef-crafted specials in conjunction with Merdeka and Malaysia Day at Birch KL. Some must-try items on the menu are Apam Balik Sago Panna Cotta with house-made granola, fresh dragon fruit and ube-infused milk, Soto Chicken Soup, Prawn & Ulam Spaghetti tossed with tangy lime juice and red chilli, fresh prawns and Pandan Gula Melaka Cake Light with authentic gula melaka buttercream, palm sugar crumble and Hawaiian coconut flakes.
Location: Birch KL
Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
Calling all Durian lovers!
Indulge in the King of Fruits Afternoon Tea, where you can enjoy savoury and sweet tropical treats like Musang King durian mousse cake, creamy baked durian and coconut cheesecake, and delicious durian cream choux au craquelin. This delightful afternoon tea is priced at RM148 nett per set and is available till 31st August 2023 from 3pm to 6pm.
Date: now till 31st August 2023 (3pm to 6pm)
Location: Shangri-La
Bait KL
With Bait’s Executive 1-for-1 Special, up your lunch game! Enjoy a scrumptious lunch for two containing Squid Ink Spaghetti with Grilled Prawns and/or Truffle Cream Fettuccine with Clams on weekdays from 12noon to 4pm for just RM68++ when coupled with a Lychee Cucumber Cooler or Lychee Cucumber Wine Spritzer!
Don’t forget to check out Bait’s dish of grilled Japanese oysters and roasted bone marrow on toast.
At RM159++, experience the ideal balance of flavour and texture.
Location: Bait
Vivatel Kuala Lumpur
Treat yourself or your loved ones to a delightful afternoon tea at the Retro Cafe. For just RM48+ per set, perfect for two, you can savour an array of delectable sweet and savory delights which are specially curated by professional chefs. Plus, delight in the free flow of coffee and tea throughout your meal.
Location: Vivatel Kuala Lumpur
Starbucks Malaysia
Celebrate under the shining moonlight and enhance the festivities with Starbucks’ exquisite mooncake set. Comes in a baby blue tote bag, the Starbucks Handcrafted Paper Twine Crochet Bag is fusion of nature-inspired design and modern craftsmanship. Priced at RM148 per set, the delectable flavours include:
- Matcha Adzuki Mooncake – A symphony of green tea lotus and adzuki lava fillings elegantly unite, offering a harmonious balance of flavors.
- Caramel Macchiato Mooncake – A masterpiece that marries the rich allure of coffee lotus with a velvety embrace of soft caramel lava filling
- Golden Lotus Salted Egg Mooncake – Delight in the time-honored combination of delicate lotus filling and the indulgent surprise of salted egg lava at its core.
- Chocolate Praline Mooncake – Its chocolate lotus filling whispers indulgence, while a hazelnut lava core adds an element of surprise that’s truly nutty in the best way.
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