Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara Introduces a Host of Initiatives to Celebrate the Fasting Months
Kuala Lumpur, 12 March 2020 – With a distinctive line-up of celebrations, Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara is set to celebrate the Holy month that will bring one on a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Once again, the French luxury hotel brand has collaborated with none other than Dato’ Chef Haji Ismail Ahmad to provide a feast that will please your taste buds no end with the very best of traditional Malay cuisine from the different states around the country.
NOSTALGIC FEAST AT KWEE ZEEN
Celebrity Chef Dato’ Haji Ismail Ahmad and Executive Chef Fabrice Bruto.
Kwee Zeen, the Hotel’s all-day dining restaurant will be transformed into a slice of an old Malaysian gallery, with antique decorations that adds character to the ambiance and theme. The Hotel’s Executive Chef Fabrice Bruto, together with celebrity Chef Dato’ Haji Ismail Ahmad promise to provide guests with authentic flavours of traditional Malay cuisine. Themed “Nostalgic Feast”, guests can enjoy a rich spread of unique and diverse tastes of kampung-inspired dishes at Kwee Zeen.
A selection of Panggang Purba served with Malay Rice.
The salad bar offers Pecal, Tauhu Sumbat, Lawar Pucuk Betik, Acar Jelatah, Kerabu Mangga Muda, Kerabu Taugeh dan Kerang, Kerabu Aneka Laut dan Soo Hoon, Kerabu Daging Bakar, and more to kick start your appetite. Among the main courses are Ayam Percik Kelantan, Daging Salai Masak Lemak Cili Padi, Asam Pedas Ikan Pari, Sambal Udang Petai, Telur Itik Masak Lemak Cili Api among others. Highlights of the main course spread are celebrity chef Dato’ Haji Ismail Ahmad’s creations exclusively designed for Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara which includes Botak-Botak Ikan Tenggiri, Paru Berlada, Ayam Kaloi, Daging Masak Hitam, Dalca Sayur, Udang Masak Lemak Nenas, Ikan Pari Asam Pedas, as well as a selection of Panggang Purba served with Malay rice.
Some of the Highlights of the Main Course Spread.
Apart from that, the buffet will also feature international fare, which includes Chinese, Indian, Japanese and Western favourites. There will also be live stations, offering everything from Roti Canai, Murtabak Ayam, Pisang Goreng and others. For dessert lovers, indulge in a wide variety of heavenly local Malaysian delicacies like Bubur Cha-Cha, Bubur Pulut Hitam, Bubur Pengat Pisang, Bubur Serawa Durian, a vast selection of Malay kuih-muih, assorted cakes, and pastries, just to name a few. Moreover, there will also be refreshing traditional beverages such as Janda Pulang, a super hydrating drink packed with all the essential minerals and nutrients from Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan.
“We strive to elevate the guests’ dining experience as much as possible by using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods to retain the original taste of each dish. Besides all that, the best recipes are still patience and cooking from the heart,” said celebrity Chef Dato’ Haji Ismail Ahmad.
A vast selection of Malay kuih-muih.
“This year, in honour of the holy month, our menus focus on popular dishes from the different states around the country. These are traditional Malay dishes prepared home cooked style, and with the help of celebrity Chef Dato’ Haji Ismail Ahmad, we want to transport our guests to the kitchens of homes in Malaysia,” said Franck Loison, General Manager at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara.
“Though he has a hectic schedule to keep to, celebrity Chef Dato’ Haji Ismail Ahmad spent 3 days with my team and I sharing some of his greatest tips, tricks and cooking technique for our preparation”, said Fabrice Bruto, Executive Chef of Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara. Fabrice further adds that there will be three rotation menus throughout the month.
From now till 22 April 2020, there will be early bird voucher available for sale priced at RM141.00nett per adult and RM70.50nett per child.
Normal Price, 23 April to 23 May 2020
RM188.00nett per adult
RM94.00nett per children
Surau facilities are available for our Muslim guests as well as ample parking spaces.
CORPORATE MEETINGS, PRIVATE GROUP IFTAR & HARI RAYA OPEN HOUSE
In addition, special meeting packages are also available throughout the fasting month. At RM220.00nett per person (non-Muslim) and RM180.00nett per person (Muslim) for a full day meeting and RM195.00nett per person (non-Muslim) and RM160.00nett per person (Muslim) for a half day meeting, Muslim guests can savour the breakfasting buffet, compliment the package in the private meeting room. For corporate bookings or larger groups wishing for a unique Iftar or even Hari Raya Open house, the lavish Wau Bulan Ballroom is a suitable setting, and priced at RM158.00nett per person and RM178.00nett per person.
ENTERTAINMENT
Besides offering an assortment of tantalizing delicacies, the feast boasts a live ‘gambus’ performance by Dollah Gambus Al-Linggi, daily from 6.30pm to 9.00pm.
AWAKENING THE SENSES
Make time for a little relaxation during the Holy month at the award-wining So SPA, and plan your ‘me-time’ with one of the following treatments at RM100.00nett per person:-
30 minutes Head and Shoulder Massage
30 Minutes Leg Tonic Treatment
30 Minutes Quick Body Massage
30 Minutes Instant Glow Green Tea Facial
Available from 27 April to 22 May 2020
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The hotel will also feature a CSR fundraising initiative, where the proceeds will go to Rumah Jaireh in Baru Arang. The hotel will sell a customised non-woven bag and Hari Raya postcard, priced at RM15.00nett.
RETAIL
Send your thoughts and well wishes to your friends, family and colleagues with beautiful hampers filled with traditional home-made treats and heavenly sweet bites in an elegant and unique packaging that will bring back the memories of each family’s tradition this Holy month. The hampers are available for purchase from in the Hotel’s lobby.
Available from 23 April 2020
THE RHYTHAM OF LIFE – ART EXHIBITION
Besides the antiques display and plethora of authentic menus, Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara has also collaborated with a local artist, Ms Sandy Lau who will be displaying a series of her works. Titled “The Rhythm of Life”, the artworks express the truth in life. Life that brings our needs, our deepest desires, and our unique talents into harmony, peaceful, passion, purpose and energy. Those art pieces are specially curated by Sandy for the hotel, represents a bygone Kampung scene will be showcased through the sprawling lobby of the hotel between 12 March and 20 May 2020.
For enquiries and reservations, please email HA123-FB2@SOFITEL.COM or call (03) 2720 6688.
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