Craving haute cuisine prepared by the best chefs in town? You’re in the right place!
From Western favourites to Asian specialties, fusion innovations to traditional delicacies – we’ve compiled a list of the best F&B promotions and special deals offered by illustrious, fine-dining standalone and hotel restaurants across the Klang Valley over the coming week. Bon appetit!
Editor’s Pick
Concorde Hotel
Kazuma
Be bowled over by October’s special highlight – a quick lunch option of an authentic, Japanese noodle set at Kazuma Japanese Restaurant, for RM42 nett per person. The combo set lunch also includes one (1) sushi selection of 5 Kinds or Bara Chirashi Sushi. The choice of noodles are:
- Niku Soba / Udon (Beef Noodle Soup)
- Tempura Soba / Udon (Noodle Soup with Tempura Vegetables and Shrimp)
- Chicken Shoyu Ramen
Xroads Xpress
Whether you’re in the mood for doughnut or cake – this month, Concorde KL spotlights the best dessert promotions.
Bringing together some of our favourite fruits, the Melon Mango Cheese Cake blends the comforting taste of light lemon jelly with wonderful fruits like honeydew melon, mango and mango-flavoured cream cheese. The top layer consists of light lemon jelly, and includes colourful, chewy fruity balls – a good mix of melon, mango and some dragon fruit. The jelly layer is complemented with chilled mango-flavoured cream cheese. A whole cake is priced at RM115 nett, while a slice is RM15.
This month’s showstopper – Double Cheese Berliner, a classic German doughnut made with sweet yeast dough – is now given a new twist. They are soft, fluffy and feature a surprising Berliner filling. The dough is rolled out into ball shapes before being deep-fried till crisp. A generous filling of cheese frosting is inserted, while a thin layer of white chocolate and also grated cheddar cheese is sprinkled on top! Make your way to Xroads Xpress anytime between 10am – 5.30pm, for dishes priced at RM12 nett per no.
Xin Cuisine
Elevate your dining experience with this fragrant and tender culinary masterpiece, the crispy Deep-fried Shatin Chicken, served throughout the month of October 2023. Known for its paper-thin, crisp skin and juicy meat with nice savoury flavours of aromatic seasoning spices, this dish is an all-time favourite. While sampling the crispy chicken, diners will taste cloves and five spices as a sign of how thorough the marinade was rubbed on the inside and outside of the chicken. For its signature crispy skin, the chicken is then air-fried for a day before being oil-poached with scalding hot oil right before serving.
Xin’s promotion is served for lunch and dinner daily, priced at RM15 nett per portion.
Location: Concorde KL
Intercontinental KL
Flavour of Dim Sum
Tao Chinese Cuisine turns this year’s National Dim Sum Day celebration into a culinary adventure like never before! Join them as they launch an exciting and educational ‘Dim Sum Making Class’ for everyone to enjoy, from families and friends, to couples.
The dim sum classes (with advanced reservation) are priced at RM168 per person and will take place every Sunday at 3pm, each lasting approximately 1.5 hours. As more is always merrier, there will also be a Family Fun package of RM714 for 5 persons. And here’s the cherry on top – attendees can take home all their dim sum, ensuring nothing goes to waste.
In this hands-on experience, participants will have the chance to create 3 distinct Steamed and Fried dim sum delicacies all nestled within a single basket. Guided by Chef Lo, the creative journey begins with a twist—the dim sum dishes would have been selected beforehand, adding an element of surprise. All you need to do is be present and embark on this gastronomic adventure, meticulously recreating these dishes by following step-by-step instructions. Moreover, the hotel is delighted to share that this experience is open to all, with all ingredients being Muslim-friendly.
To wrap up this thrilling experience, every participant will be granted an exclusive 25% discount for Tao’s All-You-Can-Eat Yum Cha Lunch or Dinner, offering the ideal opportunity to savour a lavish buffet meal at any time they please.
Tatsu’s Weekend Bento Treasure
This weekend, sate your appetite for Japanese food with a mouthwatering menu you don’t want to miss. Discover Tatsu’s Weekend Bento Treasures, filled with healthful, fresh ingredients for a nourishing culinary experience. Each bento includes your choice of salad, appetiser, and nimono to round out your meal. The lunch set is available on weekends from 11.30am to 2.30pm, priced at RM88+.
Enjoy a delicious selection of Tatsu classics for supper at Japan-Feast Saturday! Take advantage of the freshly cooked sashimi, sushi, maki, agemono, teppanyaki, yakimono, homemade Black Sesame ice cream, and much more. The Japan-Feast is available on Saturdays from 6.30pm to 10.30pm, priced at RM158+ (adult) and RM79+ (kids).
Location: Intercontinental KL
MeatMore
It’s time to put the heat on the meat with the grand opening of MeatMore – Kuala Lumpur’s first and only Meat Specialist – the newest star edition to the bustling F&B concept dining industry in Malaysia, located in the trendy, golden triangle of Bukit Bintang.
Conceptualized and spearheaded by Celebrity Chef James Won as his latest offering to lovers of meat, MeatMore boasts of the finest selection of premium USDA prime cuts sourced from the USA, New Zealand, Australia and Japan, along with a multi-diverse menu designed to appeal to steak aficionados, vegetarians and pescatarian locals and international travelers to the country.
The restaurant is now open from 5pm-1am (Tuesday-Sunday), a robust and detailed inclusive menu allows foodies to experience communal style dining around the concept of shared large platters, cocktail pitchers, small plates, side dishes, table service and delicious in-house sauces. Cocktail cruisers can also indulge in signature innovative artisanal mixers designed by Grand Champion mixologist, Kenzo from Japan, whose travels in Malaysia have inspired unique blends of spirits meeting local spice and flavour notes.
Location: MeatMore
Sofitel Damansara
Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara is proud to announce its 3rd-year collaboration with the Breast Cancer Welfare Association Malaysia (BCWA) in honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout the entire month of October, the hotel will be hosting a series of heartwarming initiatives and campaigns to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer.
Le Bar Cocktails and Stories will offer a carefully curated Pink October-themed afternoon tea. These delectable treats, infused with French expertise and aesthetic presentation, will feature shades of pink to honour the cause. The Pink October Afternoon Tea set can be enjoyed at RM158+ per set.
For those with an appetite for culinary indulgence, Kwee Zeen’s Treasures from the Sea Buffet awaits, featuring fresh lobsters, prawns, salmon, scallops, oysters, sushi, sashimi, a refreshing salad bar, an array of cheeses, and other delights. An absolute highlight of the buffet is the Pink Perfection Dessert Soiree, a whimsical wonderland adorned with a mesmerizing selection of cakes, pastries, gelato ice creams, scones, and more—a true carnival of confectionery delight!
Visit La Boulangerie to savour a unique selection of pink sweets, cakes, and afternoon tea! To promote breast cancer research and support, the collection is open until the end of October. Indulge in signature cakes and waffles as well as pink desserts such as Pink Velvet with Vanilla Bourbon Cream Cheese, Strawberry Panna Cotta with Lychee Essence, Pink Ribbon Hazelnut & Chocolate brittles, Pink waffles and more!
Location: Sofitel Damansara
Kingyu
Throughout October 2023, indulge in Kingyu’s special Wagyu Omakase experiences. You can treat yourself to their Premium Japanese Wagyu Omakase for RM220 per person or take advantage of their Japanese Wagyu Omakase for just RM180 per person.
Location: Kingyu
AKARI Japanese Tapas
Indulge in a masterfully crafted 6-Course Omakase at AKARI Japanese Tapas. The Akari 6-Course Omakase offers:
- Cold Octopus Carpaccio
- Scallop Ikura Chawanmushi
- Garlic Arancini Balls
- A5 Wagyu Miyazaki Beef OR Pan-Fried Cod Fish with NZ Oyster
- Unagi Fried Rice
- Mochi
This specially crafted umami delight is priced at RM158 or RM188 (depending on the main course selections) and is available every Tuesdays to Sundays from 12pm to 3pm and 6pm to10pm.
Location: AKARI Japanese Tapas
Thyme Out by Equatorial
Make your weekend better with Thyme Out’s Saturday Brunch buffet. The buffet is priced at RM88+ (adults), RM68+ (senior citizen) and the best part is, kids below 12 get to eat for FREE! The buffet will be available till 28th October 2023 from 11.30am to 3pm.
With Thyme Out’s Seri Kiambang set, you can enjoy traditional Malay cuisine in all of its grandeur. Steamed aromatic ginger blossom rice, braised freshwater prawns, pineapple, and coconut milk, along with an omelette and ulam-ulaman, are included in this set. Iced rose syrup is also included. The set is priced at RM29+ and available on Mondays to Fridays from 11am to 5pm.
Location: Thyme Out by Equatorial
