Kuala Lumpur Attractions: Islamic Arts Museum, Kuala Lumpur

The Islamic Arts Museum is a place you should not miss if you are keen to learn more about Islamic culture and history.

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Located just near to the famous Lake Gardens Kuala Lumpur and a stone throw away from the National Mosque, the Islamic Arts Museum houses artifacts all the way from China, Southeast Asia, India and even the famous regions like the Middle East and Iran. Exhibitions are held here from time to time to provide education Islam.
The museum have a few galleries and each of these galleries contains various kind of artefacts.

The first gallery houses displays of Islamic architecture featuring small scale of the world’s most important mosque such as the Prophet’s mosque in Medina and the Al Haram Mosque in Mecca.

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Small scale Mecca

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Small scale Taj Mahal, India

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Tengkera Mosque Melaka, Malaysia

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Dome of The Rock, Juruselam

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Da Xue Xi Mosque, China

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An Ottoman manuscript

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Handwritten Holy Quran

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Various kinds of manuscripts

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The Ottoman’s room

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A display of the prayer mat

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Textile exhibits

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Jewelries exhibits

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Dome architecture

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There’s practically a world of Islam for you to see and learn over here in Islamic Arts Museum, definitely worth your time if you are interested in arts and culture.

The best way to get to the Islamic Arts Museum is of course either by taxi or by driving here. But if you want to experience taking public transport in Kuala Lumpur, you can take the KTM Komuter and stop at the Old Railway Station and walk your way to the museum.

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Address: Jalan Lembah Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Office Number: +603 2274 2020
Opening Hours: 09:00am – 06:00pm (Daily)

Kuala Lumpur Attractions: National Mosque

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The National Mosque of Malaysia is located in Kuala Lumpur. The mosque can accommodate up to15,000 people at one time and is surrounded by lush greeneries which expands to a 13-acre land.

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One interesting about the mosque is that it was actually built on the site of a church in 1965. The mosque has been standing firm on its grounds since then and is now deemed as an important symbol of the Islamic country of Malaysia.

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The main dome of the National Mosque is designed in the shape of an 18-point star to represent the 13 states of Malaysia and the five central Pillars of Islam, and has the appearance of a partly opened umbrella roof which symbolises the aspirations of an independent nation.

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Caligraphy art spotted at the main entrance of the National Mosque. This is the word ‘Allah’ in Arabic, the name of God whom the Muslims worship.

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Mirroring water fountains spotted in the mosque, making it such a serene sight to behold.

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Peaceful courtyard surrounded by water fountains

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National mosque is open to public’s visit at certain hours during non prayer time and as this is a place of worship for Muslims, tourists will need to dress up appropriately before entering the mosque.

Whether visiting alone, or as a group, it is important to follow the guidelines for clothing and behaviour so as not to cause offence. For groups, it is important not to talk loudly, thus disturbing anyone who may be at prayer.

Clothing should be modest for both men and women. For women this means an ankle length skirt or trousers, which should not be tight or transparent, together with a long sleeved and high- necked top. A headscarf is usually essential for women. Shoes are removed before going into the prayer hall and put on the racks provided. Clean and presentable socks, stockings, or tights are therefore a good idea.

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If you are not dressed appropriately, just head over to the registration counter, jot down your name and time of visit and grab a set of clothing that consists of a pair robe, and a pair of scarves for the ladies.

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Put on the robe to cover up your body before entering the mosque. Donning the robe can be quite tricky to some, so if you need assistance donning the robe or head scarves, just ask the staffs to help you out. They are very helpful.

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Once you’re covered up appropriately, you will be allowed to enter the mosque to visit.

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This is deemed appropriately dressed. One must be covered up nicely from top to toe and for ladies, hair should be decently covered with a scarf. To visit the prayer hall, walk quietly into the hall, and sit on the floor, avoiding pointing the feet in the direction of the Qibla, the wall with the niche or alcove in it, indicating the direction of Makkah. If you happened to be visiting as a group during a time when prayers are taking place, sit together toward the rear of the hall.

When Salat, one of the five daily prayer is in progress, non-Muslim visitors are welcomed but simply to observe rather than to join in. If arriving at such a time, find a place near the rear wall and sit quietly observing the prayer. No sacred or blessed food will be offered, nor will visitors be expected to make any physical gesture of respect to holy objects except removing their shoes and acting respectfully in the prayer hall. Vistors may be greeted by the Arabic greeting “Assalamualaikum” which means “peace be upon you.” The answer, if the visitor would like to use it, is “Wa ‘alaikum-as-salam”, which means “peace be upon you too”. Do not offer, or expect, to shake hands with people of the opposite sex.

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As one of Southeast Asia’s largest mosques, its unique modern design embodies a contemporary expression of traditional Islamic art, calligraphy and ornamentation.

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National Mosque is a place of worship for Muslims. But apart from being a place of worship, it is also a community centre where plenty of religion related activities and events is held. Apart from the 5 times daily prayers, common events that’s held daily over here are Quranic classes and solemnization of marriage.

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Religious class ongoing

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A happy couple spotted after their solemnization of marriage in the National Mosque.

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At the back garden of the mosque is ‘Makam Pahlawan’, a mausoleum where the deceased leaders of the country were laid to rest. It is opened to visitors any time of the day.

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Prayer before entering the mausoleum. Muslims are encouraged to recite the prayer before entering the mausoleum.

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Here is where the late Prime Ministers of Malaysia and their deputies were laid to rest.

The National Mosque is located right next to the architecturally fabulous old railway station, and just a short walk to the sprawling Lake Gardens and National Monument and KL Bird Park and is great to visit if you live cultural stuff or would like to learn more about Islam.

The easiest way to get to the National Mosque is via taxi. Per trip via taxi should set you back about RM20 from anywhere within the city center and about RM75 via taxi from KLIA. If you want to opt for a cheaper means of transportation, you can take the RapidKL bus (B101 and B112) and get off at the Dayabumi Complex. From the complex, you can walk to the National Mosque. If you plan to take the KTM Kommuter, just remember to stop at the Old Kuala Lumpur Railway Station. You will need to walk towards the National Mosque.

Location info

Masjid Negara
Jalan Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Office Number:+603 2693 7905
Opening Hours:06:30am – 01:00pm, 
02:30pm – 04:00pm,
05:30pm – 07:00pm.

Mamee House, Jonker Street, Melaka

I knew Melaka town like the back of my hand. I could walk and navigate in Melaka better than in Kuala Lumpur, my current home state, and one of my favourite place is the Jalan Tukang Emas and Jalan Hang Jebat; the area better known as the lively Jonker Walk.

There are plenty of tourist attractions in the vicinity of the Jonker Walk. Among them are the Harmony Street where you can find old mosque, temples just beside each other. Symbolic of how harmonious Malaccans are. Situated on the same street are budget hotels and guest houses, pubs, cafes and private museums which charges minimum fees per entry.

I’ve been to plenty of private museums in Jonker Walk. Among them are the Chinese Straits Museum, Cheng Ho Museum and many more, but never really bothered to visit the Mamee House in Jonker Walk.

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Fortunately for me, I had the opportunity to visit the Mamee House in Jonker Walk during my previous business trip to Melaka, in conjunction of Mamee’s 45th Anniversary and Mommy’s Day Celebration where they invited bloggers and members of the media to have fun with their children and take a little tour around the museum.

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A little signboard in Mamee House showing what you can do and where you can go.

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Mascotts making an appearance, much to our delights.

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To celebrate ‘Hari Mamee’ Mother’s Day and also the company’s 45th anniversary, the group of media who are mothers were invited with their children to visit and experience Mamee Jonker House that is rich in heritage properties and interactive in a modern interior twist.

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We participated in several fun learning activities such as Noodle Doodle and Monster Kitchen where we created and customized our very own Mamee products made from scratch.

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Making noodles from scratch

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Our very own customized Mamee Cup Noodles.

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And we were brought to visit the Mamee Museum where we get to see Mamee products during the yesteryears and how the company expanded and continue to become the nation’s favourite throughout the years.

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Some of the interesting exhibits

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Walking down the memory lane

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Mamee products throughout the years

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Some of the Mamee products and merchandises on sale over here at Mamee House.

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One for the album. A selfie while being in front of the Mamee TV before heading back to my hotel for the next meeting.

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There will be plenty of activities and merchandise sale on offer in Mamee Jonker House in conjunction of Mamee’s 45th Years Anniversary.

For more information, log on to www.mameejonkerhouse.com or follow their social media account and instagram at @mameejonkerhouse for updates.

Worry No More with Seven Seas

I gave birth to my son at a pretty young age. I was still in college then and it is all trial, error and horror when it comes to raising him. Being young parents, my husband and I always worry on whether we raised our son right, and if we nurture him right.

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As of writing, the boy is now in primary school and is growing up at an amazing speed. One of our major concern is that if he gets all the nutritions that he needed to grow up healthily, considering that he is pretty much an outdoor boy who enjoys all sort of outdoor activities that’s energy consuming.

I spoke to a few mummy friends about my concerns regarding to my child’s progress and nutritional well being, and during the discussion, we disagreed on many things when it comes to parenting ideals, but all of us agreed on one thing, which is eating alone does not provide our children with the essential nutrients that they need to keep up with with their active childhood. Most mothers agree that growing up children needs to be supplemented with superfood or supplements.

Granted, there are plenty of products for children out there, but there is one brand that is particularly good in terms of nutritional values and taste.

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Seven Seas, a nutritional range of products that aims in helping all parents in the world creates a healthy lifetyle for their children with with great nutrition. My son is now taking these range of Seven Seas products and they are better than good and I would highly recommend it to mothers who are always concern about their children’s nutritional intake.

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Seven Seas Multi Vitamin Syrup with Cod Liver Oil. This syrup provides essential vitamins and DHA for growing up children. Cod liver oil usually tastes fishy but my son loves this one as the syrup tastes like orange juice. I believe that one of the benefits of this Seven Seas Multi Vitamin Syrup with Cod Liver Oil is that it contains DHA, and helps to boost my son’s focus and concentration.

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Another product from Seven Seas that is my favourite as a mum is Seven Seas Nutri-Trio. It is rich in beta-glucans, CoQ10 and Fibersol. Its natural ingredients provide the body with multiple health benefits, including cholesterol lowering, promote healthy digestion and weight management. Seven Seas Nutri-Trio is enriched with Fibersol, which is proven through studies to contribute to an optimal intestinal function and reduce constipation. It provides a fast, tasty way to lower cholesterol naturally and lead a healthy lifestyle. Highly recommended to mot only children but adults as well. All you need is just two scoops a day and it will help to provide your heart the nutrients it needs for a healthy and active life.

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Unlike ordinary multivitamins, Seven Seas Bion 3 contains a unique blend of probiotics combined with 12 vitamins and minerals, helping to support your natural metabolism and vitality.The unique sustained-release layer supports energy release from your food throughout the day helping you to perform.The probiotics are protected through the stomach by the coating on the 3 layer tablet which is shown to deliver significantly more of the friendly bacteria to the gut.

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And last but not least, Seven Seas Kids Multivitamins and Seven Seas Kids Gummies. These are my son’s absolute favourite.

The Seven Seas Kids Probiotic Multivitamin chewable tablets contains 12 Vitamins, 3 Minerals and TriBion Harmonis™, a unique combination of three probiotics that improves your kid’s intestinal microflora and strengthens their natural immune defenses.

Seven Seas Kids Gummies on the other hand comes in three different flavours, which is blackcurrent, strawberry and orange flavours. Each flavours contains different vitamins and mineral. Seven Seas Kids Blackcurrant Gummies contains Vitamin C and Zinc for body defense and immunity. Seven Seas Kids Orange Fruit Gummies contains Vitamin D and Calcium for healthy bones and teeth while Seven Seas Kids Strawberry Gummies contains Vitamin A, B6 and C for healthy growth and development of children.  What’s good about all these gummies is that they are free from artificial colourings, flavourings, sweeteners and preservatives.

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Seven Seas understands that it is inevitable for a mothers to worry about her children even when she has done her best and the company very much believes in sharing the worries parenthood with all mothers.  As such, the Seven Seas is committed to bringing you the highest quality of nutritional supplements for your children’s good health and has launched a web video to support the Seven Seas #DontWorryMom Campaign in which they will donate RM1 for every unit of Seven Seas kids products sold during a 3 month period (1 April – 30 June 2016) to support the #FreeCanteen programme which provides free meals during recess for underprivileged children.

Seven Seas #DontWorryMom | The constant struggles of motherhood never ends

Take a look at the video above. Wonderful effort, isn’t it? The video is bittersweet and at the same time, pretty heartwarming and quite a tearjerker.

Seven Seas products is available in major pharmacies nationwide and if you are a worrywart mum like me and would like to to support the effort to help provide nourishments to underprivillege children, do get your hands on some Seven Seas products, ya? You will not only help your children to grow up healthily but you will indirectly help the underprivilleged children too.

Ramadan Buffet 2016: Berbuka Puasa At Rajawali, Awana Hotel, Resorts World Genting

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Fancy the scents and sights of a Ramadan food bazaar without the heat and the crowds? If that strikes a chord, consider an iftar meal in the clouds, at the spacious, traditional Rajawali restaurant located at Awana Hotel, Resorts World Genting. The spacious restaurant overlooks the green links of the Awana golf course, and offers beautiful views of the setting sun, making it a destination out of the ordinary for a memorable Ramadan buffet.  The exceptional location demands an impressive menu. The chefs at Rajawali have outdone themselves by designing three menus which will be served on rotation during the buffet period. Drawing from memories of idyll kampung childhoods, to the complex flavours of dishes from the Middle East, the Ramadan promotion at Rajawali is designed to bring diners on a tantalising food tour, where textures, flavours and spices abound.  All menus will offer a smorgasbord of items, with a mix of Malaysian, Western, Indian and Middle Eastern. Menu one features penne bolognaise, rendang paru, fish head curry, steamed fish, spiced fried chicken, chickpea marsala, mixed vegetables and a signature kangkong belacan. The second menu offers lasagna, opor daging, jhinga marsala, spiced fried quail, sweet and sour fish, vegetable pakora, kailan with salted fish and mixed vegetables; while menu number three comprises of fussili marinara, lamb vindaloo, fish head in assam pedas, assam fish, aloo gobi, pajeri terung and mixed vegetables. Commencing 6 June to 5 July 2016, the Ramadan spread will be ready for guests from 6pm, and will run until 9.30pm daily. The gastronomic offering is priced at RM100 nett for adults, RM50 nett for children, and RM80 nett for senior citizens.

Rehydrate with a range of traditional breaking-of-fast beverages like air sirap bandung (rose syrup in milk), sirap selasih (basil seeds in rose syrup), a variety of cordials, iced lemon tea, hot teh tarik and tongkat Ali-infused coffee.  There are five to seven varieties of local and imported dates to select from for the breaking of fast, along with the traditional porridge, bubur lambuk which is a nourishing, savoury congee of prawn, chicken, minced beef, anchovies, slowly simmered with spring onions, fried shallots, ginger, garlic oil, chilli flakes and other aromatics. Those wanting to start slow can ease into their
feast with fresh bread rolls and a choice of mushroom, tomato or potato soup, moving on to a crispy array of fritters ranging from banana, sweet potato, yam, breadfruit and cempedak. There will also be the Chinese eu tiow or oil fritter, now known as ‘cakoi’ along Malay food circles.  Among the other items to be savoured are roast lamb with homemade black pepper and mint sauce, creamy ayam percik, a variety of satay including tripe and liver satay, grilled otak otak, and a variety of grilled fish and seafood, along with their quintessential sauce accompaniments which include chili sambal, sambal belacan, budu, cincaluk sambal, sambal tempoyak and tamarind water. These will pair wonderfully with the spread of edible raw greens (ulam), and local salads (kerabu). A special corner will be dedicated to Kelantanese delicacies such as gear box soup (a peppery beef bone marrow broth) served with fresh crusty bread, and signature rice dishes from the state, including nasi dagang, nasi kerabu and nasi tumpang. Fans of middle eastern cuisine will also appreciate the Arabic briyani rice and the chicken and lamb mandy served with yoghurt and tomato chilli chutney. Also on offer are chicken, lamb and beef kebabs made with tortillas or pita bread, served with vegetable raita. Bread fans will also be able to savour beef, sardine and chicken roti John. In true street food style, expect the kind of fare prevalent in food markets across Malaysia: loklok (steamboat with food prepared on skewers), murtabak, roti canai, poori, chappati, dhosai, idli, as well as fruit rojak, stuffed grilled beancurd pockets and pasembor rojak. Additionally, tuck into local delicacies like Ipoh curry mee, fried kuey teow, chicken and duck rice, a mind-boggling variety of laksa (Buyong, Sarawak, laksam, Johor), as well as perennial favourites like vermicelli in soup, mee jawa, mee bandung, mee rebus and mee kari.  For the more Western in palate, there will be cold seafood platters which include oysters, mussels, scallops and crabs served with Thai sauce, Tabasco and lemon wedges, as well as assorted pickles. Desserts range from the simple to the lavish, with a selection of fresh cut fruits and Malaysian favourites like soursop, longan, pulasan, pomelo and hogplum, and assorted kuih (lapis, rainbow lapis, lompang, talam, talam Nyonya, onde-onde, seri muka, putri mandi and many other favourites). For that distinct street food feel, there is also a variety of sweet porridges such as green bean with kampung durian, Nyonya bubur cha cha, pengat pisang Raja, cendol, shaved ice and an ice cream counter. There is the added convenience of surau facilities on level seven of the hotel where both male and female guests can perform their Maghrib prayers prior to the breaking of fast. 

Adding to that, Awana Hotel guests may also inform the service personnel at Rajawali during the break fast service if they are going to be partaking of the Ramadan buffet and wish to be taken to the Awana mosque for Tarawih. The hotel will try its utmost to arrange van service to the mosque, although it is deemed an ad-hoc service.

Observances over, it is time to tuck in.  For more details, please call 03 – 2718 1118 or log on to www.rwgenting.com.

Ramadan Buffet 2016: Verandah, Cyberview Resort&Spa

Sick and tired of the bustling city but can’t make a trip for a getaway this Ramadan for a relaxing buka puasa session? Well why not buka puasa within the backdrop of a serene tropical garden.

Ramadan Buffet 2016: The Verandah 2016 Iftar Buffet

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This year Verandah Ramadan’s theme spotlight on live fresh seafood being cook on the spot. Guests have the pleasure of selecting their favourite live seafood item from the aquarium and  cook according to their tastebuds.

 With a longest stretch of stalls offering Malay, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, Mexican and local favourites, guests will also be tempted with mouth-watering BBQ charcoal grill prawns, mussels, squid, jumbo sausage, chicken drummet, beef fillet and lamb cutlet.  Traditional rotational kampong menus are also not exempted from the range of 248 menu items on offer for Iftar buffet. ( Refer to attached menus )

For thirst quenching drinks selection, young coconut shake and fresh sugar cane are the signature choice for the occasion alongside with other options.

Special attention is dedicated to children with a Kidz Zone offering chocolate fountain, soft ice cream, candies counter, popcorn, cup cakes and cookies, an unconventional Ramadhan sweet offerings suggested by Chef’s Imran’s team.

Early bird promotion voucher is available at RM95 nett per adult is applicable on 1st and 4th week of Ramadhan while RM108 nett per adult is applicable during the entire month of Ramadhan.  Early bird voucher is on sale up to end of May 2016.  Walk-in price of Ramadhan buffet is RM138 nett per adult and RM69 nett per child.

Iftar bonus treat is offered to all guests when buka puasa at Verandah Restaurant during the entire month.  A lucky draw winner per week will be selected for 1 hour sensational ride in a hot-air balloon for 2 people. A total of 4 lucky winners will be treated to this breathless experience overseeing Cyberjaya and  Putrajaya skyline.

For early bird voucher enquiry, call 03- 8312 7091 / 7092

Ramadan Buffet 2016: Sentuhan Ramadan Berbuka Puasa at Cafe 5, Pearl International Hotel

Located on the 5th mile of Jalan Klang Lama, Pearl International Hotel is easily
accessible mid-way between KL and PJ, making it a great venue for iftar for those who are commuting from KL to PJ and vice versa.

“Sentuhan Ramadan Berbuka Puasa ” at Pearl will be showcasing the best of authentic and traditional Malaysian Ramadan food during the holy fasting month. This year theme of “Sentuhan Ramadan Berbuka Puasa” or a culinary touch of Ramadan breaking fast concept, sees many of your favourite food done a-la-minute and served piping hot on your plates.

Highlighting a myriads of mouth-watering unique dishes from all over Malaysia, diners can expect to come back for more as most of the dishes on our buffet menus are on a 8-day rotational cycle.Whether you are dining with family or with groups of friends, their kitchen team has will be dishing up more than 120 items that reminiscent popular ‘berbuka puasa’ food.

As usual, as this is a buffet and I can’t eat everything that is on the spread, I’ll just guide through what’s worth your calories:

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Dates are served daily. The very best sweet and versatile food that can regulate the digestive process.

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Rojak Counter

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Rojak is served daily with a selection of fresh fruits with shrimp sauce, young mango, sweet turnip, pineapple, young papaya, green guava & cucumber, fresh ulam-ulaman with accompanying dressings.

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Carving Corner. Whole marinated lamb or roasted marinated leg of lamb,served with black pepper sauce, rosemary sauce, mint sauce, grilled vegetables, roasted potatoes & sautéed vegetables.

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Hot Kawah is rotational basis where there will be Mutton Rogan Josh or Gulai Daging with Potato.

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Mutton Rogan Josh

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Lemang. Assorted baked lemang made using glutinous rice and cooked in
bamboo, served with chicken or beef rendang and serunding ayam.

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Homemade Soups; Sup Tulang

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Nasi Kandar with rotational spicy fried chicken, fried fish roe turmeric & onion,
fried fish, fried squid with mustard seed, chinese omelette, fried cabbage with dried shrimps to be paired with steamed fragrant rice.

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Nasi briyani with lamb & vegetable dalca, chicken briyani.

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Taste of Arab Counter

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Chicken Shawarma Pita Bread served with Yogurt & Mediterranean
Salad.

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Goreng Corner. Otak – otak, pulut udang.

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Otak-Otak

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Pulut Udang

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Bubur lambuk traditional rice porridge with fish and herbs.

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Noodle Stall with rotational wantan, laksa, mee rebus, laksa johor, nyonya curry laksa ,mee bandung.

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Their curry mee is to die for

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Assorted satays consisting of small pieces of meat grilled on a
skewer and served with spiced sauce that typically contains peanuts served with ketupat, onions & cucumber)

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Traditional Malay Kuih and
Sweets and Desserts. Spotted: Strawberry yogurt cream cakes, black forest cake, blueberry cream cake, chocolate eclairs, assorted fresh local fruits, assorted-flavor ice cream with
toppings & condiments, assorted cookies, cream caramel, assorted french pastries, assorted jelly-in-glass,
assorted pudding, durian mousse, assorted fruit tart, assorted mini doughnuts, tapai ubi and tapai pulut.

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Fresh fruits

All these delectable widespread on the buffet for 27 days during Ramadan starting from 6 June 2016 onwards.

Sentuhan Ramadan Berbuka Puasa ” @ Pearl International Hotel, Café 5
Date: 6 June – 4 July 2016
Time: 7 pm till 10 pm
Buffet Selling Price RM98+ adult RM45+ child (age 4 to 11 years old) RM45+ senior citizen (age 55 and above)

Pearl International Hotel is also offering a special promotional price for Pre-paid “Ramadan Dining Vouchers” booklet valued atRM650 nett / per booklet of 10 vouchers (a saving of more than 37% off their normal walk-in selling price). And should you purchase these vouchers before 5 June 2016, we will offer you one (1) extra complimentary Ramadan dining voucher with every booklet you buy.

“Sentuhan Ramadan Berbuka Puasa ” at Pearl will be will be an exciting adventure of culinary indulgence for food lovers. For reservations, please contact Cafe 5 at 603-7983 1111 ext. 3203, 3205 or you may call Lawrence Khoh 016-3318 420 or 603-7983 1111 ext. 3309 during office hours for further details.

Ramadan Buffet 2016: Sinar Ramadan, Utara Coffee House Armada PJ

So, I’ve been going around for Ramadan buffets in the vicinity of Klang Valley. Most of them offers pretty decent buffet spread, with varieties of food and value for money, but if there is one hotel that I could vote as my top 3 favourite Ramadan buffet for the year 2016, Utara Coffee House in Armada PJ would be one of it.

I’ve been to Utara Coffee House, Armada PJ a couple of times, and I’ll be completely frank with you; they never fail to surpass my expectation when it comes to feeding the fussy glutton in me.

Like years before, Armada Petaling Jaya is once again welcoming Ramadan 2016 with their “Berbuka Puasa” right at Utara Coffee House.

Themed “SINAR RAMADAN”, their team of culinary masters is cooking up a gastronomic storm of mouth-watering traditional and international favourites.

You can expect to indulge in only the most authentic method of preparation and ingredients this coming Ramadhan. With more than 100 dishes available.

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Executive Chef, Chew Teik Chye and ‘Chef Mummy’promises to showcase a wide selection of dishes that emphasizes on a variety of flavors and scent that will titillate your palate after a long day of fasting, but since this is a buffet and it is impossible for me to eat everything in one sitting, I will just highlight their must try dishes.

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Roasted Lamb

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Ayam golek

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Indulge in some traditional Kerabu Mangga, Kerabu Sotong, Kerabu Kacang Botol and Kerabu Kaki Ayam and fire up your palate even more with the variety of classic Sambals, the ones that are rarely seen at urban diners.

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Flavoured rice

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Ulam-ulaman

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For the mains, be sure to taste some of Armada’s Ramadan signature classics such as Asam Laksa, Nasi Rempah Berlauk, Udang Klieo, Ketam Masak Gulai Siam, Ayam Golek, Pucuk Paku Masak Ikan Masin, Kari Kepala Ikan, Daging Masak Serai, Ikan Sembilang Panggang Berlada , Rendang Itik, Sup Tulang Rusuk, Nangka Muda Masak Lemak, Sotong Masak Kunyit dan Serai and the all-time favorite Siput Sedut Masak Cili Padi.

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Kari Kepala Ikan

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Siput Sedut Masak Lemak Cili Padi

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Ketam Masak Gulai Siam

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Udang Goreng

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Pucuk Paku Masak Ikan Masin

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Nangka Muda Masak Lemak

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A must not miss, Asam Laksa

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Another must not miss and a must try dish, Laksa Thai

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Bubur Lambuk for those who wants something simple and comforting for the tummy.

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Desserts include traditional Malay Kuih, French pastries and tempting sweet delicacies such as Pengat Pisang, Bubur Pulut Hitam, Ais Kacang and Bubur Cha-Cha all prepared specially for the sweet tooth. There’s also a variety of beverages prepared for you to quench your thirst: Cincau, Kelapa Muda, Jagung, Kembang Semangkuk, Selasih and more.

Head on over to Utara Coffee House this Ramadhan to savour your festive favourites at the ‘Sinar Ramadan Buffet Dinner’ priced at RM78.00+ per adult and RM39.00+ per child from Monday, 6th June 2016 – Tuesday, 5th July 2016.

Diners who book early can take advantage of the Early Bird Vouchers. Purchase between 1st May to 5th June 2016 to enjoy buy five vouchers and free one voucher.

For those who miss out on the Early Bird Vouchers can instead purchase the Super Value Vouchers. Purchase from 6th June 2016 onwards to enjoy buy 10 vouchers, free one voucher.

To mark the end of the fasting month and welcome the joyous festival of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Utara Coffee House will also be celebrating the occasion with a wide selection of goodies through the Hari Raya Aidilfitri Hi-Tea Buffet priced at RM65.00+ per adult, RM45+ for senior citizens and RM34.00+ per child on Thursday, 7th & Friday, 8th July 2016 from 12noon to 4.00pm.

For reservations, please call (03) 7954 6888 ext. 4557 Utara Coffee House.

Ramadan Buffet 2016: Jom Berbuka, Soi 23 at Pacific Regency Hotel Suites

As we head into the year’s most celebrated season, the usual fare offered by many restaurants in and around the city centre is almost the same. Among the similar choices that can be found, why not try something a little bit different from the rest by visiting Soi 23 at Pacific Regency Hotel Suites?

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Perched on a hill just opposite the famed KL Tower, Soi 23 is a hidden gem on level 23 that is found in Pacific Regency Hotel Suites, Kuala Lumpur. Serving authentic Malay food inspired by Chef Zairul’s mother’s recipes, Soi 23 has over the past 2 years garnered rave reviews among its critics for its Ramadan buffet. This year, Soi 23 is offering ‘Jom Berbuka!’ throughout the month of July.

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With over 100 selections you will be hard pressed on which you should feast on. As a rule of thumb, it’s always good to start with something sweet to whet your appetite. Start with some juicy kurma and quench your parched throat with a refreshing Sirap Selasih. Next, dive into their selections of appetizers such as Jemput Jemput Bonzer Dato’ Keramat and Pass and Sembor Kuala Hangit.

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Jemput jemput

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Keropok lekor

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Pisang goreng cheese

Once you’re on the go, be prepared for some hot and tasty dishes like the Kambing Masak Kurma Kentang, Ayam Masak Lemak Dauk Cekor, Ikan Tenggiri Gulai Kampung and Udang Sambal Petai while served with piping hot steamed white rice joined with a variety of ‘ulams’ and an array of spicy sambals that would make the perfect meal.

Be sure not to miss their action station serving choices of Ikan Bakar and Kambing Golek with Briyani Pak Arab. Other fares such as Satay Kajang, Ayam Percik, Gulai Kawah and Bubur Lambuk are also served for those who seek the more traditional fare.

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Kambing Golek

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Noodle station

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Assorted satays

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Rojak buah

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Quench your thirst with your very own customized Ais Kacang

The buffet is priced at RM99.00 nett for the whole month of promotion.

Advanced booking is encouraged to avoid disappointment.

Pacific Regency Hotel Suites is currently offering an Early Bird promotion of RM60nett which can be purchased now till 15th May 2016, and RM70 nett from 15th May – 31st May 2016.

For reservations, please call +603 2332 7777 ext. 6807/6819 or email at [email protected]

Ramadan Buffet 2016: Santapan Warisan Melayu, La Brasserie Ramada Plaza

Looking for some sumptuous traditional Malay cuisine to break your fast with this Ramadan 2016? Well there is plenty of Ramadan buffets being offered, especially in restaurants and hotels in Kuala Lumpur, but if you are looking for a convenient place to dine where you won’t have to worry about the transport, you might want to consider breaking fast in La Brasserie, Ramada Plaza Kuala Lumpur.

Located conveniently in Dua Sentral, public transport is aplenty where it is nearby the the largest transportation hub in Kuala Lumpur, the KL Sentral. It is reachable by LRT, trains and monorail and would be a perfect place to break your fast if you are in transit as well.

La Brasserie, Ramada Plaza Kuala Lumpur is offering exceptional Malay traditional cuisine throughout the month of Ramadan.

Here’s sharing what my family and I had during their Ramadan offerings preview:

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Roasted lamb

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Chicken kebab

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Satay counter offering assorted satays

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Chicken satay

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Beef satay

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Grill fish stall

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Grilled fishes

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Action counter offering assorted rotis like Murtabak, Roti Canai and many more.

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Murtabak in the making

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Noodle station with a selection of noodles. Recommended pick: Mee Kari

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Mee kari

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Fried snack stall with a selection of ‘goreng-goreng’ items

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Goreng pisang

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Cucur cempedak

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Ubi keledek goreng

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Assorted jeruk for appetizer

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Crispily fried keropok

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Assorted ulam

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Must try, Ketupat Daun Palas and Serunding Daging

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Another must try at La Brasserie this Ramadan is their comforting and flavourful Bubur Lambuk.

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Another not to be missed dish is the Sup Ekor.

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Flavoured rice like Nasi Minyak, Nasi Mandi, Nasi Arab and many more are on rotation basis throughout Ramadan.

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Assorted delectable curries and rendang.

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Wash off your meal with your very own customized sweet but refreshing Ais Kacang.

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And don’t forget the traditional kuih

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And cakes as dessert

Overall the selection for breaking fast in La Brasserie is superb. There is a bit of everything that is generally Malaysians’ favourite, so it is really a good choice for those who wants to indulge after a long day fasting.

The Buka Puasa buffet will be starting from 10th June 2016 till 03 July 2016 and prices as below
RM 100 nett per Adult
RM 75 nett per Senior Citizen
RM 50 nett per children

And now you can enjoy the early bird special at 20% discount til 31 May 2016.

For bookings and reservation, please contact La Brasserie at 03-2272 8888 ext 8781 or email at [email protected]

Address: 8, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone:+60 3-2272 8888