The Christmas spirit is back in town and what makes it better to celebrate this festive season with the ever popular year-end festival gatherings at Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. They will be offering Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner on 24th December 2018, Christmas Hi-Tea Brunch on 25th December 2018 & New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner on 31st December 2018 at Big Apple Restaurant.
What makes it a little more special to celebrate in Berjaya Times Square Hotel? The hotel’s Michelin Star Executive Chef Abri stepped up the game with a full spread of traditional Christmas delicacies which showcases the true Christmas spirits.
Here are some of the recommended dishes by Chef Abri:
Roast Christmas Turkey with Chestnuts & Roasted Chicken with Honey and Sesame SeedSlow Roasted Prime Beef & Boneless Lamb LegSteamed Brussel Sprout with Alfredo SauceChicken Cordon BleuAssorted Mushroom Ala GrequeSalmon Roulade with Caviar
And for those who would like to satisfy their sweet tooth… there will be plenty of sweet delights from Christmas Spiced Cake, Panettone, Christmas Pudding with Cream Anglaise, assorted macaroons and many more!
The Northern fare Rasa Utara is celebrating its 34th year of business, and currently the outlet operating in Berjaya Times Square aims to serve the best of Northern inspired cuisines.
Ironic enough, throughout my studies in this building I’ve never thought of walking into this restaurant before as it was a little beyond the ‘student budget’ and most of my course mates would often prefer Western cuisines.
Spicy Chicken Chicken – RM18.80
The fried chicken was deep-fried to golden perfection and unbelievably juicy hot with crisp cracklingly flavorful skin though it wasn’t thickly coated with batter. This would go so well with a plate of Nasi Jagung.
Legendary Chicken Fried Chicken – RM18.80
If you love your food with some good amount of heat in it, this signature chicken dish with their homemade stir-fried chili paste will blow your mind. Though fried chicken was a little dry but you’ll find yourself reaching for spoons after spoons of their chili paste.
Spicy Acid Fish – RM18.80
Mouth-watering deliciousness, this spicy and tangy Malaysian fish dish that is sure to whet your appetite. I love the right amount of tang in the curry, making it so appetizing.
Dancing Fish – RM38.80
Rasa Utara’s signature dish, the fish was well marinated with herbs and spices then deep-fried to crisp perfection. Having the fish by itself without needing any condiments to enhance its flavors although it is to paired with their signature blend of caramilised sweet soy sauce and sambal ‘nuclear’ (hot sambal) for a full and flavourful taste.
Captain Squid Squid – RM25.80
Squid stuffed with minced chicken and potato, deep fried and served with their special Kapitan sauce. The squid texture was surprisingly wasn’t rubbery and the stuffings were simply delightful. Just having the batter on its own was addicting. Kapitan sauce was creamy in texture with a rich coconut milk aftertaste.
Shrimp Sambal Petai – RM35.80
I’ve got to admit that sambal, prawn and petai are meant to be together! Every bite of this dish was bursting with flavors. You’d get that nice nutty crunch of petai, really fresh prawns and sambal with just the right amount of heat. I’d highly recommended having this dish!
Eggplant Fried Egg – RM12.80
Be sure to standby plenty of rice when you’re having these eggplants generously smothered with sambal! This was so addicting I could almost have this all by myself.
Fatty Flesh – RM12.80
Let’s be frank, almost anything ‘masak lemak’ will taste good.😂 The fern shoots were cooked till nice and soft while the gravy wasn’t too heavy and has wonderful aromas of the coconut milk.
North Tail Soup – RM28.80
The soup was simply earthy, meaty, warm and comforting with the amazing bursting flavors from varietal of local spices. This is a definite MUST-ORDER soup when you’re dining here.
Corn Rice – RM3.80
Instead of having plain rice, you’d get a wonderful touch of sweetness and juicy crunch as you enjoy it with some dishes.
Mi Kari Udang – RM15.80
The curry was so compelling! You’d catching yourself devouring into this humble bowl of noodles in no time. Look at the size of that prawn!
My Soto – RM13.80
Mee soto ayam is one my favourite dishes. Clear flavorsome chicken broth with rice cakes served with unselfish amount of shredded chicken. Perfect dish to have on a cold rainy day.
Sago Gula Melaka – RM6.80
This chilled dessert is so refreshing and comforting at the same time after a spicy meal. It was just at the right soft but chewy texture and perfect balance of sweetness from the gula melaka.
Cendol Taste North – RM7.80
The cendol was a missed, we had to request for more gula melaka to get back its consistency. I’d personally prefer having the Sago Gula Melaka though.😅
Rasa Utara positions itself as a place for families and friends to get together, whilst also being an avenue for the professional crowd, it hopes that its contemporary setting, complemented with authentic, heart-warming food, will prove to be a draw for those seeking a genuine experience of the North.
Rasa Utara – Berjaya Times Square Address: Lot G-12 & G-13, Ground Floor, Berjaya Times Square, No. 1, Jalan Imbi, 55100, Kuala Lumpur. Opening Hours: 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM daily Contact:+60 3 – 2110 0884
Christmas is just around the corner and what better ways to celebrate the season of love, care and sharing at Big Apple Restaurant here in Berjaya Times Square KL!
This is the perfect plate to pamper your love ones and the whole family with myriad of palatable dishes to choose from the buffet spread prepared by their renowned culinary team of chefs with an array of activities lined-up by the hotel to complete your festive celebration and culinary adventures.
Psst! What if I tell you, you’ll be savour with more than 200 irresistible spread which will be served during the Christmas Eve Dinner and Christmas Day Hi-Tea?!!😮
Here’s a little peek for you, readers!
Starters:
Whole Roast Turkey Display PlatterWalldoff SaladTurkey Ham RollCold German Potato Salad
Christmas Salad Selections:
Shredded Chicken with Pineapple and Curry DressingAmerican Coleslaw with Raisin
Christmas Cold Seafood on Ice:
Fresh Oysters & Poached PrawnsScallops, Bamboo Clams & Green Lipped MusselsSalmon SashimiParrot Fish SashimiTuna Sashimi
Peach Barramundi Fillets in Lemon Cream VelouteStir-fried Prawns with CeleryEnglish Buttered Western VegetablesTraditional Roasted Vegetables with HerbsHoney Mustard Roast Chicken Drumstick Au JusBBQ NZ Green Lipped Mussels with Sauteed Brunoise Vegetables⛄ Chicken Lasagna Au Forno – ChickenSpaghetti Aglio OlioPilaf Rice
My favorite part of any buffet …
⛄
Chocolate EclairBaked Boston CheesecakeVanilla and Chestnut Yule Log⛄ Dark Chocolate Yule LogFruit Cake with Icing
Dishes with a ⛄ emoji are the highlighted food strongly recommended by the Executive Chef, Ian Lim as he believe that this time of the year is where everyone can truly enjoy authentic Christmas cuisine which will really enhance the mood for Christmas!
Chef Ian and his wonderful culinary team
To uplift the Christmas spirits, Pocotee & Friends will be joining to buffet as well but apart from that, there will also be lucky prizes to be won such as the simple, yet stylish bracelets from 97’s, beautifully crafted Madeleine dessert tower by L’ange Petit Patisserie, hotel stay and dining vouchers in Berjaya Times Square Hotel up for grab! Attractive isn’t it?
New Year Eve Buffet Dinner (31/12/17)
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Adult: RM 148 nett
Child: RM 58 nett
Senior Citizen: RM 74 nett
To make a reservation or for further inquiries, please call Big Apple Restaurant at 03 – 2117 8000 (ext.8133)
Christmas Goodies are also up for sale and pre-orders are available in the Life-sized Gingerbread House situated at the hotel lobby with various selections of Takeaway French Turkey, Christmas Chocolate House, Red Velvet Chestnut Yule Log Cake, Christmas Fruit with Icing Sugar and many more starting from RM 16 – RM 388 nett!
xoxo,
Berjaya Times Square Hotel Address: 1, Jalan Imbi, Imbi, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur Phone: 03-2117 8000
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