Cosying up with your loved ones in your beautifully decorated home this Christmas sounds like the perfect scenario, but we also recommend booking a table at any one of Klang Valley’s most luxurious hotels to immerse in their amazingly decked lobbies and restaurants. This year, these hotels are serving their finest recipes that will tantalise your tastebuds, and the Robb Report Malaysia team has narrowed down some of the best for you and yours to enjoy.
Celebrate The Essence Of The Season At Nobu Kuala Lumpur
Every festive season, Nobu Kuala Lumpur celebrates the joy in the air with exclusive omakase menus that delight the senses. This year, Philip Leong (head chef), Renante Dominguez (head sushi chef) and the entire Nobu KL culinary team have created a six-course omakase menu that will be available from 22 December 2023 to 1 January 2024—and it’s well worth making a reservation for.
Whether it’s for an intimate evening with your loved one or for a familiar gathering with all your relatives, the menu features dishes with all of the Japanese-Peruvian flair Nobu restaurants are well-known and beloved for. Kickstart the celebrations with Toro Shiso Chimichurri, a picture-perfect representation of the Nobu experience. A sushi selection is next, featuring salmon, mackerel, whitefish and kampachi—all prepared in Nobu’s signature style of fusing the best of East and West. This segues into the core of the menu, beginning with the soul-soothing Shiso Panko Crusted Scallop, and followed by the spirit-enriching A5 Japanese Wagyu Spicy Sansho Pepper.
Your Christmas festivities then crescendoes with Truffle Sobagaki, a transformative way to savour the simple pleasures of soba with the opulence of truffle (and edible gold leaf). For dessert, the Yuzu Mochi Meringue is an homage to a traditional Japanese dish eaten at New Year’s, and will be your vessel to wishing for a sweet 2024. The Nobu Festive Omakase starts from RM700 per person and reservations can be made by calling 03 – 2380 0028, sending a Whatsapp message to 019 389 5085 or emailing nobuklreservations@noburestaurants.com.
Enjoy The Best Meat Dishes At Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
Travel back in time and soak up the vintage ambience of Mandarin Oriental this Christmas, while they serve you the best from their recipe books. Make memories with your loved ones when you dine at Mosaic, Mandarin Grill, Lounge On The Park, and AQUA Restaurant & Bar from now until 25 December.
You can choose to enjoy a Festive Champagne Lunch at Mosaic every weekend from RM245, or opt for the Classic Christmas Afternoon Tea at Lounge On The Park from RM198. For dinner, head over to Mandarin Grill for a carefully crafted menu by Chef Rafael Martinez from RM458. While you enjoy the exquisite meal, look out for a special appearance from Santa Claus. To reserve your spot, call 03 – 2380 8888 or email mokul-fb@mohg.com.
Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
Experience All Five Charming Cuisines At InterContinental Kuala Lumpur
InterContinental is taking you on a journey with their ‘An InterContinental Christmas Around the World’ theme. There will be five magical experiences happening under one roof, where you will get to savour five different styles of cuisine at their restaurants. You can start at Serena, where local Malaysian delights will be served. You can then jet off to Tatsu for some Japanese cuisine, Tao for some authentic Chinese food, Bentley’s for some classic English Christmas dinner, and OneSixFive Lounge for Santa’s Workshop.
Whether it’s Beef Wellington, Roasted Lamb, Smoked Salmon or Roasted Duck that you crave, InterContinental’s prestigious restaurants have got you covered, starting from RM238 to RM288. Reserve your spot today by calling 03 – 2782 6000, 016 202 4623 or emailing fnb.admin@ickualalumpur.com.my.
Light Up The Christmas Tree At Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas
If you fancy a more outdoor, beachfront setting, then look no further than Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas. There will be a series of festive events and activities for you and your loved ones to adore, starting from December 16, such as the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the Herbs Garden that overlooks the South China Sea. There, you’ll also be able to enjoy small bites and drinks while listening to carols.
On 23 and 30 December, the resort’s signature grill house, Sea.Fire.Salt, will host a champagne brunch by the sea, during which guests will be treated to an unlimited flow of drinks and their signature dishes for RM498+ per person. Have a long, relaxing time with your family while listening to some chill beats from the DJ. To reserve your spot, call 07 – 828 0888 or email fb.ades@anantara.com.
Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas
Celebrate Christmas With Celebrity Chef Daniel Green At Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
Festive buffets, delicious cocktails and trays of caviar—what more could you ask for this Christmas when Grand Hyatt is here to provide you with the best? Themed ‘Glitz and Grand’, the BBQ A La Minute buffet at the Poolhouse is specially curated by Celebrity Chef Daniel Green. This spread includes unlimited non-alcoholic signature drinks, chilled juices and soft drinks starting from RM198.
Head over to Thirty8 if you fancy some international flavours of Christmas eats at RM868, or some local flavours at JP teres at RM258. Both prices at these restaurants come with chilled juices, soft drinks and non-alcoholic signature mocktails. For reservations, please WhatsApp 012 621 9869, call 03 – 2182 1234 or email restaurant.kuagh@hyatt.com.
Treat Yourself To An Afternoon Delight At The RuMa Hotel And Residences
Embrace the magic of the holiday season at The RuMa Hotel and Residences. Experience midday merriment with a four-course Christmas luncheon (RM220 nett per person from 23 to 25 December) at Atas, its fine-dining establishment, where guests get to savour innovative dishes such as Bafun uni and dry-aged quail with morel mushrooms. If you’re in the mood for something sweet, head over to the Librari to savour a festive afternoon tea session (RM118 for one person or RM228 for two, from 15 November 2023 to 3 January 2024) filled with scrumptious treats and aromatic teas. Finally, for dinner, try something different this Christmas with a festive feast at Atas (RM450 nett per person from 14 to 25 December), incorporating Christmas elements such as goose, cranberries and walnuts. To reserve your spot, call 03 – 2778 0763 or email atas@theruma.com.
Pamper Yourself With Ralph’s Coffee By Ralph Lauren At Pavillion Kuala Lumpur
Take a break from your Christmas shopping at Ralph’s Coffee by Ralph Lauren at Pavillion Kuala Lumpur. This season, Ralph’s Coffee has created two noteworthy Christmas beverages: The Gingerbread Latte and The Peppermint Hot Chocolate.
The Gingerbread Latte combines Ralph’s signature espresso with the strong aroma of gingerbread. This carefully balanced latte promises to deliver and satisfy, especially for coffee lovers. Meanwhile, The Peppermint Hot Chocolate is made with decadent ingredients such as Valrhona chocolate. A recent crowd favourite, the Valrhona chocolate is then blended with peppermint to create the perfect beverage to soothe your soul this Christmas. Reserve your spot today by calling 03 – 2110 6908.
Ralph’s Coffee by Ralph Lauren
Experience The Stylish Energy Of Christmas At Potager
Led by Executive Chef Masashi Horiuchi and Head Chef De Wet Visser, Potager is one of the hottest new restaurants in Kuala Lumpur. Its core values are centred on connections, craft and provenance, with the finest French techniques applied to the freshest local product. This 24 and 25 December, Potager is serving a six-course Christmas Elan with the pithivier as the highlight. This elevated pie (or pastry) features the traditional filling of succulent pigeon and foie gras, and is served with a spiced port wine jus and garnished with cranberry puree, Brussels sprouts and local mulberries. An omi wagyu or vegan alternatives for the pithivier are also available, while five- or eight-wine pairings complement the tasting menu (starting from RM770 per person). For reservations or enquiries, please contact +6012 623 3152.
Indulge In The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s Michelin-Selected Menus
The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur will always take it to the next level when turning its lobby and restaurants into a winter wonderland. While you immerse in their lavish decorations, you’ll also be treated to luxurious dining and captivating activities for you, your friends and family members.
Be sure to dine at their popular Michelin-selected The Brasserie for a uniquely crafted menu by Executive Chef Keith Hooker, with prices starting from RM198. The four-course lunch is available until 4 January 2024. Reservations can be made by calling 03 – 2727 6666, 03 – 2727 6696 or emailing dining.kualalumpur@stregis.com.
