As I’m writing this I really have to remind myself that it is November already! I hope you’re in a holiday mood as you search frantically for Christmas songs to play in your car or when you unconsciously whistle jingle bells and even frosty the snowman when you think nobody is looking over your shoulder.
Christmas is also a day to literally feast like kings and queens so if you don’t intend to slave over a hot oven and break out in a cold sweat trying to serve up multiple dishes, here is a scrumptious alternative that you can look forward to. When I first read the menu by PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur, I was quite puzzled as to why it was a called a Christmas Day Marathon Buffet. I soon found out it is actually quite a unique concept for die-hard diners and shopaholics! You see, if you feel like shopping till you drop on Christmas Day, do have lunch first at PARKROYAL KL and return later anytime to enjoy your meal by paying only once. Honestly, although there are many tempting dishes, it is quite impossible to eat everything on a buffet spread in one go so this concept allows you to sample different dishes at different times. Moreover, with its strategic location in the bustling heart of KL and surrounded by the city’s key shopping malls, this is possibly one deal you can’t resist.
During the sneak preview for this Christmas Day menu, the star dish of the night was definitely the turkey with its glistening, crispy skin and sheer size. Most people have the preconceived notion that turkeys can be dry due to its large size and the challenge in cooking the entire turkey properly. It is a culinary mystery which I will gladly leave it to the experts. Thankfully, the turkey I tasted at the hotel was actually quite moist and delicious. A pleasant departure from previous experiences that I’ve had from eating turkey at other eateries. You will certainly find yourself going for seconds. The turkey was accompanied by the prerequisite Chestnut Stuffing and served with Natural Glaze and Cranberry Sauce.
Other dishes that were available included the Pan-fried Salmon Fillet with Caviar Cream Sauce, Chicken Schnitzel with Strawberry Balsamic, Buttered Brussels Sprouts, Roast Beef, Roasted Rosemary Potatoes as well as Christmas Turkey Giblet and Gizzard Quiche. The beef was tender and I liked the rich, buttery taste of the brussel sprouts. Seafood lovers also tucked into the popular trio of fresh mussels, oysters and sashimi.
Christmas would not be complete without sinfully indulgent desserts and on the list were the Christmas Fruit Cake, Christmas Log Cake, Christmas Stollen, Mince Pie and Warm Christmas Pudding. Something to look out in this special menu is also the Fried Churros with Cinnamon Sugar. However, if you are still craving for something Asian, they will have Dim Sum, Chicken Rice, Assam Laksa, Roti Canai, Char Kway Teow and lots more other tasty dishes on the menu. So if you’re planning to have a big feast and a shopping extravaganza on Christmas day with your family and friends, don’t forget to make reservations at PARKROYAL KL.
PARKROYAL KL also continues to play its role in CSR towards the less fortunate. During this Christmas season, the hotel continues to help the children at Stepping Stones Living Centre, which houses underprivileged children, single mothers and senior citizens. Founded in 1998 by Pastor Johnson, it is presently located at Taman Seputeh. Well-wishers can make Christmas for these children more memorable as they are in need of new uniforms and shoes for school next year. To contribute, choose a ‘Christmas Joy’ envelope from the Christmas tree at the lobby and make a small difference to someone who will really appreciate it.
Chatz Brasserie – Christmas Day Marathon Buffet
12.30pm to 10pm (Only available on Christmas Day)
RM108++ per adult
RM54++ per child
Children below 4 years old dine with compliments
Apart from Christmas Day, here are the other available promotions for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day!:
Chatz Brasserie
Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner
6.30pm to 10.30pm
RM118++ per adult
RM59++ per child*
(inclusive of 1 glass of cocktail/mocktail)
Hot Gossip Cafe
Festive Gift Boxes and Goodies
Available from 2 to 31 December
8am to 10pm
Christmas Roasts, Christmas Mince Pie, Christmas Fruit Cake, Chocolate Log Cake and more!
New Year
Chatz Brasserie
New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner
6.30pm to 10.30pm
RM128++ per adult
RM64++ per child*
(inclusive of 1 glass of cocktail/mocktail)
New Year’s Day Hi-Tea
12.30pm to 4pm
RM58++ per adult
RM29++ per child
Pool Bar
New Year’s Eve Poolside Carvery Night
7.30pm to 10.30pm
RM108++ per adult
RM54++ per child
Enjoy 20% off when you make full payment for a dining reservation by 15 December
Klix Lounge
Night of Glitz
31 December 9pm onwards
Get your groove on with a live band performing a variety of songs until the early hours of the New Year.
PARKROYAL KUALA LUMPUR
Jalan Sultan Ismail
50250 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Tel: +603 2147 0088
Tollfree: 1800 220 021
Fax: +603 2147 0099
parkroyalhotels.com
