From fabulous fusion cuisine, to traditional Asian creations; from wholesome plant-based dishes to signature Western favourites – this week’s dining highlights cover the gamut of delicacies from myriad gastronomic traditions. With our recommendations below, you’ll be a very happy and sated gourmand, this week.
Copaa KL
Just last year, Desa Sri Hartamas welcomed Copaa, a family restaurant that serves Japanese and Malaysian contemporary food in a chic, modern setting. The restaurant and bar’s primary menu incorporates Asian influences, with dishes such the Aubergine Miso, Grilled Squid with Ulam-churri and Cold Ramen, and Wild Green Salad (kerabu pakis). For those who value a customised course meal including premium products and exquisite culinary methods, there is also a private dining menu with an optional wine pairing.
After One
Curated for taste and to create a balance, After One is a Michelin-standard cafe that serves healthylicious food, located right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. It provides semi plant-based wholesome food and a beautiful, warm space for all.
For this month only, After One focuses on L-O-V-E with their limited-time only In Love Waffle and Cheesy Love Special Drink that is uniquely designed for Valentine’s month.
Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara
Destinasi Rasa Serantau buffet
Kwee Zeen brings you a sumptuous buffet dinner themed ‘Destinasi Rasa Serantau’ which highlights Chef Azhar and Chef Hamizan’s seven signature dishes from the various states of Malaysia. The seven famous dishes are fermented durian with silver catfish ‘tempoyak patin sangkar’ from Pahang, smoked wagyu beef cooked in coconut milk with bird’s eye chili ‘daging wagyu salai masak lemak chili padi’ from Negeri Sembilan, flat rice noodles in fish gravy ‘laksa lemak Pasir Mas’ from Kelantan, roasted lamb with spices ‘kambing panggang perap basah’ from Selangor, spicy sour gravy with fish roe ‘asam pedas telor ikan’ from Melaka, venison meat stewed in coconut milk and spices ‘rendang daging rusa tok batu kikir’ from Perak and osso buco red curry from Johor.
Destinasi Rasa Serantau buffet dinner will be available from:
- 23rd to 26th March 2023, priced at RM148+ per adult and RM74+ per child.
- 27th March to 21st April 2023, priced at RM188+ per adult, RM99+ per child.
Rasa Serantau Afternoon Tea
Rasa Serantau afternoon tea, priced at RM158+, is an ensemble of delicate pastries and cakes
accompanied with Wagyu beef satay. The afternoon tea will be served from 23rd March to
21st April 2023 (3pm to 5pm).
Aliyaa KL
Visit ALIYAA Restaurant and Bar to experience rich, sinfully decadent and entirely authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. Located in the centre of Damansara, ALIYAA has a calm, laid-back atmosphere that stands in stark contrast to the vibrant and robust items that make up the menu. Items include beef, mutton, chicken, seafood, and vegetables, which are combined deliciously with Sri Lankan spices. Signature dishes include Sri Lankan Crab Curry, Sweet Appam, and Mutton Paal Poriyal.
Location: Aliyaa KL
Romani Fine Dining
Romani Fine Dining is a Japanese-French fusion restaurant that provides a panoramic view of Bandar Utama and its surroundings from its outdoor seating area. Every dish at Romani is prepared with love and care, which results in tantalizing flavours in each bite. Besides oysters and main courses, Romani affords afternoon tea sets at an affordable price.
Location: Romani Fine Dining
Joloko
While it may seem like a bar specialising in tequila and mezcal, the food menu at Joloko shouldn’t be given a miss. Thanks to the fusion of Caribbean flavours with African, South American, and Creole, you’ll have a difficult time finding another Caribbean restaurant in KL that compares to Joloko.
Location: Joloko KL
Gin Rik Sha
Gin Rik Sha is a modern Indian restaurant serving dishes and cuisine from all over India, rather than just one region. Its menu promises surprises and delights such as Baingan Bharta Cornetto, Superfood Aloo Tikki Chaat, Chickpea Flour Dumplings, Jackfruit Tacos and many more that’ll make you forget regular Indian food.
Like its name, Gin Rik Sha serves a variety of cocktails containing gin. It’s star is the Gin Ginger – a combo of lemon juice, house-made ginger syrup and gin, which gifts a delightful zing to the taste buds. As for desserts, indulge in Carrot and Kheer Creme Brulee, and Indian Summer.
Location: Gin Rik Sha
