CHASING FOOD DREAMS: Parkroyal Kuala Lumpur

May 4, 2018

Chatz Brasserie Buka Puasa Buffet @ ParkRoyal Kuala Lumpur

Sarawak Selera Asli Malaysia Buffet

It’s a feast from the land of Hornbills! PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur is presenting ‘Selera Asli’ Malaysia highlighting delicacies from Sarawak at Chatz Brasserie from 18 May to 14 June, 2018. In due of the coming break fast month of Ramadhan, diners will be able to savor authentic Sarawakian dishes that will be the highlight of the main buffet line at Chatz Brasserie.

Chef Joseph Kuan and his culinary team is taking diners on a journey of authentic flavours from the land of Hornbills as well as other local and international cuisines. From live action stations to barbeque and grill, there are also plenty of prepared curries, stews, noodles, kerabu, salads, seafood and desserts to savor from.

Taking the limelight in this buffet are Sarawakian dishes such as Umai Ikan, Ikan Terubok Masin, Soup Salai Masak Terung Asam, Soup Ayam Berlada Sarawak, Bubur Pedas, Manok Pansoh, Dayak Black Pepper Beef Stew, Udang Masak Tempoyak, Manuk Kacangma, Black Pepper Bamboo Clam, Ikan Lampan Jawa Masak Terung Asam & Serai, Dabai Fried Rice and more.

For those who love tempoyak, the Udang Masak Tempoyak is pretty lethal in aroma of tempoyak as well as flavours. The Dayak Black Pepper Beef and Manok Pansoh are unique dishes that is worth a try if you haven’t had it before.

The Bubur Pedas is unique and taste like a very robust stew of spices with grains.

From Noodle stations the must-try are Ketchup Kway Teow, Sarawak Laksa, Kolo Mee and Khai Joo Lane Mee Rebus. The Ketchup Kway Teow is lovely with its thick eggy and creamy gravy over aromatic soy sauce tinted kway teow. The ketchup is rather mild and lends a mild sweetness to the kway teow. The Sarawak Laksa is delicious. The laksa gravy has just the right balance of spices and coconut milk while the sambal makes the gravy even richer and tastier.

No Sarawakian meal is complete without a taste of Kek Lapis Sarawak and Kuih Kapit Sarawak.

From the Malay corner of hot warmers, tuck into authentic Malay flavours with Gulai Siput Batang Keladi, Rendang Rusa, Asam Pedas Tetel Melaka, Ayam Percik Iftar, Ekor Asam Pedas, Ketam Borlado Nogeri Puyuh Goreng Madu, Ikan Keli Berlada, Udang Lemak Belimbing, Kambing Kurma, Ayam Kuzi and Ayam Masak Lengkuas.

The Ayam Percik Iftar is simply a must try as the chicken is beautifully flavoured from the long marinade and finished with a hot grill covered in thick creamy spicy peanut sauce.

From the hot coals of the barbeque, a Whole Roasted Lamb with Arab Rice along with skewers of marinated Beef, Lamb, Fish, Chicken and Satay awaits. There’s also freshly made Roti Canai and Murtabak with thick Dhall.

To whet the appetite when break fast, kerabu salads, ulam and sambals are the perfect dishes with their robust flavours. Highlights include Kerabu Pucuk Paku, Kerabu Soo Hoon Berudang, Kerabut Perut, Kerabu Pegaga, Kerabu Jantung Pisang, Kerabu Ayam Daun Kesom, Kerabu Mangga Muda, Kerabu Daging, Kerabu Rebung, Rojak Buah, Pecal with Peanut Gravy and more.

There’s also plenty of Ulam Ulam Mentah dan Rebus to be savored with the sambals such as Sambal Belachan, Sambal Mangga, Sambal Kelapa, Sambal Tomato, Sambal Tempoyak, Budu, Cencalok and more. There is also lots of Ikan Masin, Jeruk Buah, Telur Masin, Lemang and Serunding.

There’s also Telur Pindang and Paru Sambal Goreng, specialties from Johor.

Other local and international dishes include Roasted Duck with Plum Sauce, Braised Broccoli with Mushrooms, Seafood Thermidor, Beef Patties with Barbeque Sauce, Seafood on Ice, Chicken Rice, Sashimi and more.

Enjoy all the lovely dishes with lots of various beverages such as Cendol, Air Janda Padang, Bandung, Soya Milk, Sugar Cane and Mango Juice.

Desserts are practically a must as well with specialties of the season like Ondeh – Ondeh, Bubur Kacang Hijau Durian, Tapai Pulut, Lepat Pisang, Kuih Karas, Tepung Pelita, Badak Berendam, Kurma, Dried Figs, Dried Apricot, Dried Prunes, Kuih Lapis, Kuih Seri Muka and more.

Other international sweets include Ais Kacang, Cakes, Puddings, Cookies, Sago Gula Melaka, Fruits and Waffles as well as Ice Cream.

‘Selera Aslli’ Malaysia featuring Delicacies from Sarawak at Chatz Brasserie

Available 18 May to 14 June 2018, from 7pm to 10.30pm

Priced at RM148 nett per person | RM74 per child (4 to 11 years old)

Group Discount Priced at RM128 nett per person (min 20 to 100 persons)

Early bird Discount Priced at RM118 nett per person with advance payment before 1 May

Hari Raya Aidilfitri Hi-Tea

Available 15 June 2018, from 12.30pm to 4pm

Priced at RM80 nett per person | RM48 nett senior citizen (60 years old onwards) | RM40 per child (4 to 11 years old)

Group Discount Priced at RM70 nett per person (min 5 to 100 persons)

For reservations or enquiries for the a la carte and set menus, please call 03 2147 0088 or email chatz.prkul@parkroyalhotels.com.

CHATZ BRASSERIE

PARKROYAL KUALA LUMPUR

Jalan Sultan Ismail,

50250 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: 03-2782 8301

Email: chatz.prkul@parkroyalhotels,com

Website: www.parkroyalhotels.com/en/hotels-resorts/malaysia/kuala-lumpur.html

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Parkroyalkualalumpur

August 2, 2016

Chatz Brasserie, PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur: Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Affair

Egyptian Guest Chef Ayman Ibrahim Presents a Menu of Sumptuous Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Favorites!

A sumptuous Egyptian, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern menu is now available at all F&B outlets in PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur till 31 October, 2016. Proudly presenting Egyptian Guest Chef Ayman Ibrahim, diners are in for an exotic treat at Chatz Brasserie, Hot Gossip, Klix Lounge, Pool Bar and even room service.

With a list of over 37 dishes available daily from 12 noon to 12 am daily, diners should not miss this opportunity to savor appetizers, main course and desserts whipped up by Chef Ibrahim right in the middle of our bustling city.

Born in Egypt, Chef Ibrahim has over 25 years of culinary experience in the food industry. Chef Ibrahim has garnered numerous awards internationally as well as locally through his culinary career. He has also appeared in various television programme shows as well as hosting workshops on Middle Eastern cuisine.

Members of the media and bloggers were treated to a sneak preview of what the sumptuous menu by Chef Ibrahim has to offer during these few months at PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur recently. The evening kicked off with Anab, a Middle Eastern beverage that showcases Hibiscus. Sweet with a subtle tang, it was refreshing and fruity.

For appetizers, there are few classic must-haves when it comes to Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. The Falafel (RM20) or chickpea croquettes are simply delicious! Great for vegetarians too, these crispy fritters with a creamy and nutty inside are so good when snacking or tuck them into soft warm pita bread for a lovely sandwich.

Chickpeas are used a lot in the Middle Eastern cuisine and the most famous dish that comes to mind would have to be the Hommous (RM16). This creamy, garlicky and nutty dip has such an enticing flavour that it’s quite hard to stop mopping up the dip with warm bread. Chef Ibrahim’s version is superb and delicious.

One should love the freshness and vibrant herb flavours of the Tabouleh (RM20). The dish is one of my favorite as there’s plenty of robust citrusy and herb flavours that really lifts up all the other heavy dips and appetizers in such a cuisine.

Warq Einab (RM22) may not be familiar to many here but this is a classic appetizer that is much beloved in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Brined grape leaves is filled with minced meat and rice and cooked till tender with a lovely lemony tang. It is also similar to the Greek dish of Dolmades.

For soups, we tried a vegetarian and non-vegetarian version of lentil soup. The Shorbah Harirah (RM30) has bits of lamb, chickpeas, assorted lentils and pasta all cooked till very soft and creamy with an earthy nutty note. The Shorbah Adas (RM26) is a vegetarian version and is lighted and has a clean and lighter note of creamy nuttiness.

For mains, there’s certainly plenty of options to choose from.

Lamb is a favorite meat option and so there’s plenty of lamb dishes available on the menu. Savor Lamb Kabsah (RM48), succulent pieces of roasted lamb to be savored with bukhari rice or go for the meaty balls of Lamb Kofta. Both very well cooked, there is really not any gamey aroma but just mouthwatering ones.

If lamb is not your choice, there’s also chicken. Enjoy juicy and well-marinated chooks in Shish Tawook (RM30) or Dajaj Ala Elhaham (RM36). Shish Tawook, skewered chicken cubes are bitey and tasty but it was the Dajaj Ala Elhaham or Grilled Spring Chicken that turned out to be a crowd pleaser. The spices on the spring chicken was moreish and succulent while the meat was tender. Such a great comfort food…

If you prefer seafood, there is also a choice of Samak Mashwi (RM46) or Pan Fried Salmon Fillet with Tahinah or Jambary Mashwi (RM55) which is Grilled Prawns with Saffron Sauce. The crisp fish skin on the salmon is very yummy while the fish was a tad on the dryer side. Nevertheless, the fish is still very tasty. The prawns are superb. Grilled with shells on to retain the juiciness and sweetness of the oceanic note, the prawns are simply a must order here.

All main courses are served with a choice of rice, bread or potatoes.

Stews are quite the popular option in these cuisines and so we also sampled Bamiah Bil Lahm Ejal (RM50) which is Stewed Okra with Beef and Tomato. The stew is not overly heavy and has a nice tang of tomatoey notes. The beef pieces are just as tender as the okra. The dish is great with rice.

Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine does feature lots of lentils and pulses in their cooked and the next dish of Fooll Akhdar (RM28) or Broad Beans stew is a great example. The beans are braised till tender in what looks to be a thin tomato sauce.

To go with all the heavy dishes, there’s choices of Roz Boukhary (RM25) which is Bukhari Rice or Roz Saladiah (RM18) or Fried Onion Rice. There is also Roz Mandy or Smoked Saffron Rice.

One should not end the meal without something sweet. For desserts, there’s the sensational Almond Pudding or Kashul (RM25), the classic and popular Baklava (RM25) or a Semolina Cake called Basbosah (RM18).

Besides a la carte, there is also Middle East Specialities Set Menu which includes one appetizer one soup, a choice of Mandy (RM88nett), Dajaj Kabsah (RM85nett) or Samak Saiadiah (RM85nett) and one dessert. It is available from 12.00pm to 12.000am daily.

*Promotion is valid from 22 July to 31 October 2016 only

The Middle Eastern menu is also available for banquet events and Chef Ayaman’s Whole Lamb Briyani is a must try from the menu. For reservations or enquiries, please call 03 2782 8389 or email agnes.kok@parkyoralhotels.com.