Let’s ‘Iftar’ @Essence Restaurant Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, July 2010 - For Muslims throughout the world, Ramadan is a special month of the year as during this period, Muslims fast from dawn to dusk every day, abstaining from eating, drinking, or indulging in anything that is excessive. At the end of the fasting period each day, they will break fast with an elaborate meal called iftar, which is spent gathering with friends and family at home or in restaurants. It has always been celebrated with unequalled happiness, before finally reaching the ultimate day to rejoice and celebrate.

Only during this holy month of Ramadan you will find festive Ramadan Bazaars in Malaysia as hotels and restaurants serve delectable ‘buka puasa’ buffet spreads. The buffet features an irresistible assortment of Malaysian and International dishes, including many local foods which could not be found at other times during the year.

Hence, our Essence Restaurant at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel will be gearing up to offer revitalizing and delicious treats for you and your loved ones this Ramadan. For the whole month of Ramadan, our master chefs will work with special ingredients and conjure masterpiece Ramadan cuisines.

Essence aims to bring about a delightful and tantalizing iftar experience, boasting more than 100 mouth-watering Ramadan specialities as well as International tastes. Do not miss the opportunity to sample the restaurant’s signature favourite - Lamb / Chicken Briyani with Aromatic Rice. Needless to say, the ‘must-trys’ are our sumptuous local fare like Nasi Dagang, Nasi Kerabu, Gulai Ikan Tongkol, Ayam Percik, Sup Lidah, Grilled Beef or Chicken Satay with Tangy Peanut Sauce, Rendang Tok, Sambal Udang Petai, Kari Kepala Ikan, Sotong Goreng Kunyit, Pajeri Nenas Utara Style and more.

For those who are not only craving for traditional Malay fare, there is also other specials on the buffet tables like Roasted Whole Lamb with Garlic and Thyme, Steamed Dory with Lemon, Mango & Tomato Duxell Salsa, Roasted Camel Meat with Spiced, Grilled Vegetables & Served with Percik and Black Pepper Sauce, Steamed Black Mussel with Ginger, Saffron, Chilli and Lime and much, much more.

In addition to the hot buffet counters, there are also action stations promising lots of appetizing fun. Check out Roti Canai, Murtabak, Roti John, Hainanese Chicken Rice, Grilled Assorted Sausages – don’t miss out on the Tiga Abdul Apam Balik stall, Sushi bar, Steamboat counter, Asian stand, Indian corner and much more. For those who would like to start accordingly, the appetizers counter overflows with a wide variety of salads, cold cuts, local ulam and other refreshing starters.  

Over at the drinks station, you can quench your thirst with a wide range of beverages such as the traditional Teh ‘O’, Kopi ‘O’ and selections of juices including Sugar Cane, Lychee Mint, Soya Bean and others.

No buka puasa fare is complete without tempting desserts. You will not be disappointed with the array of sweets the culinary team has concocted for this special occasion.
Look out for the traditional favourites like Tapai Pulut, Kuih Bahulu, Tapai Ubi, Puteri Mandi, Putu Piring, assorted Dodol, Lin Chee Kang as well as other alluring desserts - Pandan Fudge Cake, Green Tea Ivory Mousse Cake, Chocolate Madagascar, Pistachio Pave, Strawberry Lemon and variety of cool Ice Creams, amongst others.

The buffet is priced at RM108.00++ per person and guests will enjoy exclusively giveaways from Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel. Furthermore, take pleasure in being early to partake in this special period as early birds receive a complimentary seat for every 10 paying guests (only applicable for the first week of Ramadan). So, treat yourself and your loved ones to a special and memorable ‘buka puasa’ only at Essence Restaurant, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel.

Any further inquiries on events or on table reservations at Essence can be made by calling 03-27179900 ext 6988 or at restaurants.imperial@sheraton.com.

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