For this #Ramadan 2018 Malaysia’s most-loved Celebrity Chef Wan is cooking up a storm with his rendition of The Best of Asia Cuisine from May 23 to 31 May @ The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Kuala Lumpur at the Mosaic & Diamond Ballroom. With Chef Wan at the Mandarin Oriental diners can only expect the very best in Malay Cuisine.
The Mandarin Oriental KL always does a good job showcasing a variety of authentic local dishes and a variety of International favourites.
To start the breaking of fast we has some dates and quenched our thirst with some thirst quenching Air Tebu and Air Bandung WIth Cincau.
APPETISERS
We then started to taste the two soups that were available and immediately that set the tone for the evening . The Soup Ekor and The Bubur Lambok were simply delicious, full of flavor and ingredients. The Sweet Potato Curry Puffs were good too. I definately liked the Chicken & Beef Satay
They had the usual Western Appetisers: Cheese, Breads, Fruits and the usual Salad Bar
They had quite variety of appetisers: Kerabu Duck Salad, Kerabu Nangka Salad, Sundried Tomato, Beetroot, Grilled Eggplant, Grilled Zucchini and Capsicum with cheese.
There was also a counter for those who like Arabic appetisers like hummus
Chef Wan then dropped by and recommended we should try his Nasi Tumpang, it was Rice layered with Chicken, Beef , Egg, Prawns and whole lots of othe stuff. It was quite delicious.
Right beside it was the lamb briyani which we tried next and gave it a big thumbs up as it was really very good
CHEF WAN' S SPECIALITIES
We then went on to taste Chef Wan's specialities and he didn't disappoint with Delicious Thai Prawn Curry With Pineapple, Nyonya Prawn Kapitan, Gulai Ayam Asam Pedas, Rendang DaginG Selangor, Ayam Masak Merah Daun Kari, Fried Catfish Curry, Vegetables in coconut milk curry, Sambal Sotong - All a must try.
INDIAN COUNTER
We then decided we were going to try the Indian spread and this was easily one of our favourites. The Hydrebad Vegetable Briyani went well with the Tandoori Prawns and Kadhal Chicken, The murtabak dough was a little to thick for our liking though. For variety they had Roti John and Garlic Naan but i really doubt if Roti John is Indian!
WESTERN COUNTER
We then tried the spread at the Western Counter, the beef cheeks were tender and fabulous, the chicken sealoppini was creamy and nice and the papillon mussels were really fresh. They has some steaks and lamb chops too, that they prepared to your liking whether medium well or well done.
The Chicken saussage, Chicken Wings and Roast Chicken were very well prepared ..
CHINESE COUNTER
At the chinese counter you have Fried Chicken with Szechuan Black Pepper, Bean Curd with Mushroom and Chicken, Wok Fried Beef With Ginger, Wok Fried Vegetable and Chinese style Fried Rice.
JAPANESE SECTION
The Japanese section is always a crowd favourite even in Ramadhan.The sashimi was quite good although there was limited choice of sushi.
FRESH SEAFOOD COUNTER
The Seafood Counter was another popular counter with diners loving the Scallops, Mussels, Oysters, Crabs and Steamed Prawns
DESSERTS
Desserts at the Mandarin Oriental has always been very good While it looked like they had less variety this year, what ever was there on the counter were really good. Cakes, Mousse, Tarts , Chocolate Fondue. My favourite was the Mango and Coconut Cake, All the reviewes agreed the creme brulet was to die for. I also like the white and Dark chocolate mousse
KING OF FRUITS
After having their dessert, almost everyone feasted on the durians and other fruits available at the patio area of the Lounge on the park They had ice kacang or ABC and the goreng-goreng section and apam balik here too. Having Durians as part of the buffet is one of the main attractions nowdays.
DRINKS COUNTER
As part of the buffet, Diners can rehydrate and enjoy the many varieties of local speciality beverages such as soda bandung, teh bunga, soya bean, sugar cane, teh tarik, Nescafé tarik and many more
A MUST TRY
Overall The Mandarin Oriental's Buka Puasa Fare with Chef Wan is a must try.
The Mandarin Oriental KL Best of Asia Buka Puasa buffet is priced at RM 168 nett from May 15 to 22 May 2018; and RM 188 nett from 1 to 14 June 2018 at Mosaic and Lounge on the Park.
Hari Raya Family Brunch is available from May15 to 17 June 2018, and is priced at RM 158 nett per person. For reservations, please call +60(3) 2179 8881 extension 5073 or email mokul-fb@mohg.com.#MOFoodie
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The Reviewer's last night were Christian Nannucci, Debbie N and Datin Marriam Yusuf
