An Indian Spice Trail at Nook, Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral

This festival of lights, Nook will be presenting ‘An Indian Spice Trail’ featuring an enhanced spread of Indian delicacies on the buffet line for dinner headlined by Nook’s new Indian Chef, Kumaresan Chandra Sagaran as he will be spicing up the buffet line during dinner.

This promotion will feature authentic Indian dishes on the buffet with Chef Kumar, as he is fondly called serving up a variety of his specialty dishes on a rotational basis on the buffet line daily.

Potato Masala Salad

Chana Chat Salad

Coconut Fritters

Pakoras Salad

Crab Rassam

Chef Kumar’s appetizers will be offering diners Potato Masala Salad, Vadai in Yogurt, Chana Chat Salad, Tandoori Aloo Chat, Potato Bhaji, Coconut Fritters as well as Pakoras Salad.

They will also be serving Rassam, a spiced soup dish, with a rotation of either Crab Rassam and Tomato Rassam. Isn’t it appetizing just looking at these starters?

Biryani

Lamb Veruval

Chicken Curry Leaf

The main spread of casserole dishes will allow diners to indulge in the various Indian curries and Masalas. Amongst the dishes that will be available during this festive promotion, start your meal with a hearty plate of Jeera Pulao Rice and Matar Pulao Rice then paired with scrumptious dishes such as Dhal Terka, Vegetable Sambar, Madras Fish Head Curry, Sri Lankan Fish Curry, Lamb Veruval, Lamb Keema, Chicken Perattal, Chicken Curry Leaf, Bhindi Baigan Masala, Aloo Gobi, Palak Masala, Vegetable Jalfrezi, Cabbage Thoran and Chick Pea Veruval.

Baked Fish with Toum Sauce

Tandoori Chicken

Nook’s carving station will also be featuring Chef Kumar’s specials with the Roasted Lamb Tandoori with Mint Chutney and Baked Fish with Toum Sauce. For a twist of fusion, The Pizza station will be offering Chicken Masala Pizza and a Tandoori Chicken Pizza flavor made using Chef Kumar’s recipes.

To end the meal, some popular Indian sweets will also be featured on the buffet with the specials like Rasgula, Rasmalai, Coconut Candy, Palgova, Mysore Pak, Laddu, Gulab Jamun and Payasam.

Nook’s ‘An Indian Spice Trail‘ buffet is priced at RM 118 nett per adult and RM 59 nett per child aged 6 to 12 years old. It will only be available from 1st to 30th November 2018 daily for dinner from 6:30PM to 10:30PM.

Are you still deciding a venue to have your family dinner? For reservations and more information please call +60 3-2723 1188 or click here!

Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
Address: No. 5 Jalan Stesen Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Contact: 03-2723 1188

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The Stars of Culinary at Nook shine this August at Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral

This August, Nook at Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral will give center stage to 5 of its chefs, each with their own specialty dishes to be featured on the buffet line! Proclamations of “Merdeka” are often heard nationwide this August as it is our Independence Day on 31st August but as fellow Malaysians regardless what the occasion is, it is not a celebration without food.

The team of 5 chefs include, 36 years-old Mohd Haffizi Bin Aledul Ginani, known to all as Chef Fizi. He is the man in charge of the appetizers who sets one’s heart on their fellow diners appetite at Nook.

Gado-gado

The peanut sauce simply tantalizes my taste buds. As simple as this salad may look or sound, it was definitely a lip-smacking dish to begin with.

Asian Chicken Noodle Salad

Refreshing, light and healthy dish, I love how the noodles are not thoroughly cooked giving it some nice light crunch to it, Chicken was well-marinated and really garlicky!

Shrimp with Pomelo & Watercress Salad

Shrimp matches perfectly with bittersweet citrus fruit, making it such a lively appetiser to begin with. It reminded me a lot like the Yam Som-O I’ve had during my trip to Thailand.

The second chef to be featured for the month will be Chef Muhammad Hafiz Bin Izham, a 29-years old from Pahang who specializes in Malay cuisine. He will be serving up his specialty dishes as per below!

Fried Crispy Sea Bass with Green Curry Gravy

A simple rich, delicious and creamy green curry with sea bass was bursting with bright, bold flavors. You’ll catch yourself scooping for more green curry topped on a hearty bowl of rice.

Spiced Eel Soup

Warm and filling perfect for rainy weathers, this soup was truly heart yet so flavorful. The eel has a really nice texture to it and wasn’t too chewy.

Gulai Pisang Muda

One of the few dishes that got everyone’s head turning when served. Just the look on the rich and sweet coconut gravy makes one mouth-watered.

The Chinese cuisine on the buffet will be prepared by the hands of Chef Emmanuel Chang Lin Con, a 32-years old who hails from Malacca.

Kam Heong Chicken with Dried Chili

Fragrantly distinctive flavors from the sauce paired perfectly with the lightly crisp chicken. The aroma itself yearning for a bite.

Butter Prawn with Oats

One of the all-time favorite dish at the buffet counter, this dish is no stranger to Nook’s regular diners. The prawns were crunchy, juicy and evenly coated with oats.

Wok-fried Mussels with Black Bean Gravy

Beautifully wok-fried with dried chilies giving some nice heat to it. Mussels were really fresh and complemented the rich, fragrant black bean gravy really well.

Nook’s buffet will be also feature a spread of Western and Fusion dishes by their Sous Chef, Ahmed Zaki bin Harun, the maestro of fusion cooking will be plating up a variety of dishes.

Braised Chicken Rendang Pasta

This ultimate fusion dish, full of ri1ch and warming flavors will definitely have you grabbing for more. Chef Zaki does not jokes around when it comes to his fusion dishes.

Daging Masak Hitam

This rather famous ambrosial Malay dish was one of a kind. The beef was braised till soft and tender complementing the flavorsome dark sweet sauce perfectly. What’s missing right here is a bowl of rice!

Quattro Formaggi Pizza

Inspired from his days when Chef Zaki was based at Southern Italy, this classic four cheese pizza has to be one of the most wonderful combinations of bread and cheese imaginable.

No buffet is ever complete without a dessert spread. On the dessert bar, you’ll find delectable creations of Chef Zahrin Mohamad bin Madzlan.

Bubur Som Som

This local dessert was inspired by Chef Zahrin’s mother. A little drizzle of Gula Melaka to complement the coconut rice flour porridge with some freshly diced jackfruit. Perfect to have after a heavy feast!

Brownie Tower

And what’s a feast without brownie tower!

Pandan Tiramisu in a Coffee Cup

Decadent little tiramisu with a twist of local ingredient bursting with a shot of espresso.

Nook’s buffet dinner is priced at RM108 nett per adult and RM54 nett per child for kids aged between 6 to 12-years old on Sundays to Thursdays. On Fridays and Saturdays, tickle your taste buds and dive in series of tantalizing flavors of fresh mussels, prawns, crabs and many more at Nook’s Sea Meat Buffet Dinner priced at RM120 nett per adult and RM60 nett per child!

For reservations and more information please call +60 3-2723 1188 or click here!

Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
Address: No. 5 Jalan Stesen Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Contact: 03-2723 1188

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The Sassy Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral Celebrates Turning 5 This March 19-25 March 2018

Since its opening 5 years ago, the 4-starred Hotel has strengthened its position as one of the most exciting and sought after hotels in Kuala Lumpur with numerous awards and accolades, pioneering change within the hospitality industry, as well as innovative and trendy offerings. Aloft is also one of the few hotels with a team of all-women executive committee members.

The Aloft brand of hotels is known for its use of technology and design to enhance guests stay experience at all its hotels. A hotel for the next generation, Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral was the first hotel in Malaysia to offer the SPG Keyless technology for easy check-in to the Hotel.

In keeping pace with the generation of on-the-go travellers and millennials, Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral became the first Hotel in the Klang Valley to successfully launch, Re:Fuel On Wheels (ROW), its very own food truck in July 2017. The food truck was launched as part of the Hotel’s outside catering offerings with Re:Fuel On Wheels offering guests a fun alternative to the regular Hotel catering services offsite.

Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral also often hosts Live at Aloft Hotels, a session of live music made available to everyone as part of its Tuned In and Turned On music concept at WXYZ Bar. Expanding on that music programme, Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral stated its Open Mic sessions in 2017 and is the first Hotel in Kuala Lumpur offering upcoming singer or songwriters with a platform to perform and showcase their talents.

With a senior leadership team consisting of women and led by General Manager, Greg Gubiani, the Hotel is constantly evolving to ensure it provides the best of services to its guests. Mr Gubiani said, “We’re turning 5 this year and as a Hotel that has been around for 5 years, we are striving to continue and improve our current pace. In the past five years we’ve made some headways by being the pioneers in change. Our food truck was one of those changes we made from the usual outside catering Hotels have to offer.”

“Advancements in the industry are constantly being made and we too need to ensure the Hotel stays relevant to be able to offer something different, something memorable and unique to our guests”, he added.

The Hotel’s fifth anniversary will be marked with a series of promotions and specials for guests and visitors alike from 19 – 25 March 2018. Amongst the specials offered in conjunction with the fifth anniversary, a special room package, ‘5tastic‘ will be offered for room stays from 19 – 26 March 2018. The 5tastic room package is priced at RM350+ per night for a Loft room with a bonus of 500 Starpoints to existing and new Starwood Preferred Guests.

In celebration of the Hotel’s 5th Anniversary, guests can dine in at Nook, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant at 50% off the buffet dinner price for every second person from 19 – 25 March 2018. On 22 March 2018, the buffet price for dinner will be at a special RM 55 nett per person in conjunction with the Hotel’s actual anniversary. For guests looking for a place to unwind with a drink in hand, the Hotel’s WXYZ Bar is introducing the Mojito Medley with 5 Mojito flavours for the occasion. The drinks: Strawberry Mojito, Lychee Mojito, Pandan Mojito, Banana Mojito & Chili Mojito can be enjoyed at RM 35 nett at WXYZ Bar from 1 – 31 March 2018. MaiBar, the Hotel’s swanky rooftop bar, joins in the celebration with a Special Edition of the Malaysian Princess Mai Tai and guests can enjoy it at RM 30 nett.

For reservation and more information, please call +(60) 3 2723 1188 visit their website here!

Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
Address: No. 5 Jalan Stesen Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Contact: 03-2723 1188

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New Executive Chef Shakes Things Up with A 3-Course Set Menu at Nook, Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral

The hotel has recently appointed a new and sassy Executive Chef, Arfizan Abdul Rahim with 17 years of experience in the culinary industry to spearhead their F&B department. Nook’s Signature 3 is Chef Arfizan’s specially debuted set meal as Executive Chef here in Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral.

The 3-course menu features an appetiser, main course and dessert with an option of wine pairing priced at RM 158 nett with pairing or RM 98 nett without pairing.

Appetiser:

Warm Green Pea Soup with Seared Scallop, Lumpfish Roe Parmesan Foam

Love how vibrant the soup looks with a warm velvety texture and bursting flavours from the Lumpfish Roe and mouthwatering scallop. Soup to be paired with Casillero Del Diablo Sauvignon Blanc from Chile as it is a gentle, round and mouth-filling wine with crisp acidity fit dishes with grassy notes.

Main Course:

Slow Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Saffron Potato, Risotto Chips and Chives Béarnaise

The beef tenderloin was simply flavorful, drizzled with some creamy Bearnaise. Risotto chips were delicately prepared and offers a crispy bite to it. This beef dish is paired with Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Merlot from California, USA for its aromas and possesses well-balanced acidity and beautifully integrated tannins, creating complexity and structure.

OR

Pan-Seared Salmon Trout with Prawn Mousse, Taro Chips and Orange Beurre Blanc

Crunchy skin from the salmon was spectacular followed by the delicious sweet tasting flaky salmon flesh made it simply delectable. I love how the colors are played on this plate! This salmon dish to be paired with Wolf Blass Bilyara Chardonnay from Australia for its fruity taste notes enhanced by subtle, creamy oak and a lingering finish.

Dessert:

Vanilla Pana Cotta with Berry Gastrique, Mascarpone Ice Cream and Orange Sauce

To end this delightful meal with, what got us hype on the dessert wasn’t just the pana cotta but the mascarpone ice cream! The rich and creamy mouth-filling cheesy goodness yet so light and refreshing to have with some berries.

Nook’s Signature 3 is available now till 31st March 2018!
For reservations and more information please call +60 3-2723 1188 or click here!

Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
Address: No. 5 Jalan Stesen Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Contact: 03-2723 1188

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