KUALA LUMPUR, AUGUST 2024 – Making a much-anticipated return due to popular demand, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur is delighted to reintroduce Malaysiaku: Culinary Tales of Folklores and Fables in celebration of Merdeka, Malaysia’s Independence Day. From August to September 2024, guests are invited to embark on an immersive culinary adventure that celebrates the diverse cultural heritage and traditions of Malaysia. Each dish is carefully curated using traditional cooking methods and local harvests from all 14 states, showcasing the unique flavors and culinary gems that define the nation’s rich landscape.
Carmen Chua, CEO of One IFC Hotel Sdn Bhd, lives by the quote “there is no place like home.” Despite her travels across the world for work and leisure, Malaysia remains her cherished home. The inaugural Malaysiaku in 2020 was curated by Carmen Chua, drawing inspiration from Malay proverbs. This event marked an innovative localised dining experience within Malaysia’s five-star hotel industry.
Since then, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur has continued this cherished tradition, annually presenting Malaysiaku with a sumptuous array of delectable dishes. These culinary delights are skillfully crafted by a team of exceptional chefs, led by our talented Executive Sous Chef, Norazizi Taslim, who passionately embraces his local-provincial upbringing.
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In 2021, Malaysiaku drew inspiration from the meaningful rituals and traditions of Malay weddings. The six-course menu mirrored the six significant rituals of Malay matrimony: “adat merisik” (courtship), “meminang” (proposal), “bertunang” (engagement), “malam berinai” (bachelorette party), “akad nikah” (wedding vows), and “bersanding” (reception).
This year, the captivating Malaysiaku menu masterfully weaves together popular fables such as “Puteri Santubong and Puteri Sejinjang,” “Kisah Itik Bertelur Emas,” “Batu Belah Batu Bertangkap,” “Kisah Tiga Ekor Kambing,” along with various other folklores and fables. The result is an extraordinary culinary experience that celebrates the rich heritage and traditions of Malaysia. Through comprehensive explanations of each component, every dish is thoughtfully reinvented, inviting guests not only to savour the flavours but also to appreciate the depth of Malaysian traditions and inventiveness behind each culinary masterpiece.
Event Details:
- Malaysiaku: Culinary Tales of Folklores and Fables at the Michelin-selected The Brasserie
- Friday, 30th August 2024
- Saturday, 31st August 2024
- Friday, 6th September 2024
- Friday, 13th September 2024
- 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Join us for a memorable and immersive dining experience that pays homage to Malaysia’s vibrant heritage at The Brasserie, our Michelin-selected restaurant located at Level 2 of The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur. Malaysiaku beautifully intertwines traditional Malaysian dishes with elements of storytelling and folklores, taking diners on a delightful journey of flavours and cultural celebration.
For reservations and more information, please call 03 272 76696 or email us at dining.kualalumpur@stregis.com. For reservations and more information, visit the booking link: Sevenrooms.
Filed in: Kuala Lumpur / Malaysia
