As the year draws to a close, indulge in the magic of the holiday season with a culinary adventure. Discover a world of festive flavours at the finest restaurants in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, and beyond. From traditional Christmas feasts to glamorous New Year’s Eve galas, our curated list has something for everyone.
KUALA LUMPUR
EQ Kuala Lumpur
The award-winning EQ Hotel, recently crowned as Kuala Lumpur’s Number 1 Hotel by is Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific, has announced an extensive lineup of year-end celebrations combining culinary excellence with charitable initiatives, carrying forward a cherished legacy that spans decades.
In a demonstration of holiday spirit, the hotel is continuing its heartwarming Angel Tree initiative, a tradition inherited from its predecessor, Hotel Equatorial. The program invites guests to fulfill Christmas wishes for children from Shelter Home through a simple donation or gift purchase, culminating in a hotel-sponsored Christmas party for the young beneficiaries.
The festivities will kick off with a North American-inspired Thanksgiving celebration at Etoile on 1 December 2024, featuring a semi-buffet lunch priced at RM88+ per adult. Throughout December, the hotel’s renowned restaurants will transform into festive dining destinations, each offering unique culinary experiences.
Nipah, the hotel’s celebrated all-day dining venue, will serve daily festive buffet lunches at RM158+ per adult, showcasing specialties like wagyu beef hammer and lobster thermidor. The restaurant’s weekend BBQ dinner buffet, priced at RM178+ per adult, promises an elevated dining experience from Thursday to Sunday.
For those seeking elegance, the Bottega Lounge will present its Festive Dolce Vita Afternoon Tea on weekdays and Saturdays, with a special weekend buffet version featuring Bottega Prosecco options. Meanwhile, the Tripadvisor Best of the Best 2024 award recipient, Sabayon, will offer exclusive festive dinner courses ranging from RM588+ to RM888+ per person.
A unique highlight is the return of the Chalet pop-up at Sabayon, bringing Continental cuisine classics every Sunday in December. The four-course lunch, priced at RM288+ per person, can be enhanced with a lobster thermidor upgrade and unlimited drinks trolley service.
The hotel hasn’t forgotten home entertainers, offering an extensive selection of festive takeaway options including roasted turkey, home-smoked Baltic salmon, and slow-roasted Christmas goose. Corporate celebrations are also catered for, with function rooms available from RM388+ per person, including special perks and accommodation packages.
Christmas Eve celebrations will reach new heights at Blue’s Sky High Celebration, featuring live entertainment and craft cocktails by mixologist Boy Fazy. Sabayon will present a six-course Christmas Eve dinner, while other venues like Etoile, Kampachi, and Nipah will offer their own festive specials.
For New Year’s Eve, guests can choose between two distinct countdown events: Blue’s contemporary party atmosphere or the Diamond Ballroom’s retro-themed celebration. Fine dining enthusiasts can indulge in Sabayon’s elegant eight-course New Year’s Eve degustation at RM1,788 per couple.
“The pace of city life is hectic, and many things can slip one’s mind. Having all our options out early helps our guests to plan their holiday meals and get togethers so that everything has been squared away before the year-end rush at work hits. As people in hospitality we know how important this festive period is to many, and EQ wants to assure guests that we are happy to take on the role of ‘Santa’s little helpers’ when it comes to planning something special.”
Gerard Walker, General Manager of EQ
The hotel, celebrating its fifth decade in the hospitality industry, continues to build on its impressive credentials as Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific’s #1 Hotel in Malaysia (2022-2024) and ranking #35 in Travel + Leisure Readers’ 100 Favourite Hotels in the World for 2023. The property features 440 rooms, multiple dining venues, and state-of-the-art facilities, all housed within the Green Building Index Gold-certified Equatorial Plaza.
For complete details about the holiday offerings, interested parties can download the Holiday Spirit catalogue from the hotel’s website at http://www.eqkualalumpur.equatorial.com
The RuMa Hotel and Residences
As the year draws to a close, The RuMa Hotel and Residences is transforming into a festive wonderland, unveiling an extensive program of seasonal offerings designed to create a home-like atmosphere for celebration. From November 2024 through the New Year, the luxury hotel is rolling out an impressive array of experiences, combining culinary excellence with holiday warmth.
The Christmas season also brings a host of other specially curated experiences throughout the hotel. ATAS restaurant will present a series of festive set menus, including a four-course Christmas Lunch and Dinner on select dates. The lunch menu, priced at RM230 nett per person, will be available on December 21, 22, 24, and 25, while the four-course dinner at RM350 nett runs on December 20, 21, and 22. An exclusive six-course Christmas Eve Dinner, priced at RM460 nett per person, promises to be a highlight with signature dishes including Corn Fed Chicken with Mushroom Ragout and Wagyu Beef Rolls.
The hotel’s beverage program embraces the season with themed cocktails across multiple venues. SEVEN Lobby Bar introduces the Snowdrop, an elegant creation featuring vanilla foam and pear notes, alongside the whimsical Yuletide Bear, garnished with gummy bears. SANTAI Pool Bar and Lounge offers a tropical twist with cocktails like the Joyful Bliss, combining tequila, passionfruit, lemon, and Midori, and the uniquely crafted Nutty Symphony.
In a creative partnership with luxury retailer escentials, The LIBRARI presents a Festive Afternoon Tea that marries culinary artistry with fine fragrances. Priced at RM118 nett per person or RM228 nett for two, the experience includes a curated 3-piece fragrance discovery kit featuring AMOUAGE, LOEWE, and Penhaligon’s, redeemable at escentials’ KLCC store.
For those celebrating at home, The RuMa’s pastry team has created a trio of festive takeaway cakes at RM148 nett. The collection includes a Chestnut Yule Log featuring blackcurrant and Earl Grey tea notes, a traditional spice-infused Christmas Pudding, and a Pistachio Apricot Cake topped with Jivara chocolate whipped ganache.
New Year’s celebrations reach new heights with ATAS offering multiple menu options. The flagship six-course New Year’s Eve dinner, priced at RM650 nett per person, showcases premium ingredients including scallops, Wagyu tartare, lobster ravioli, and Australian lamb. Additional options include a four-course lunch set at RM250 nett and a five-course menu at RM450 nett on selected days.
SANTAI Pool Bar and Lounge will host “Strike Gold,” a glamorous countdown party featuring exclusive promotions of Gold 999.9 Gin from Alsace, France. Table bookings require a minimum spend of RM499.
The hotel’s wellness offerings embrace the season with special packages at UR SPA. The “Give the Gift of Relaxation” package at RM898 nett includes a 60-minute Dusun Inan massage and Swissline facial, with a complimentary Luxe Lift Rich Cream. The “Reconnect & Relax” package at RM914 nett combines a 90-minute Urutan Malaysia treatment with a Salt & Scrub session and the Festive Afternoon Tea.
Truefitt & Hill joins the celebrations with grooming packages including the RM217 nett Festive Best package featuring a Duke’s Cut, Hot Towel treatment, and Face Massage. The Ultimate Gentleman’s Grooming Package at RM286 nett adds a Shave and Shape service with complimentary Ear & Nose Waxing.
For a complete holiday experience, The RuMa is offering special accommodation rates for stays between 20 December 2024, and 1 January 2025. The package includes daily breakfast, 10% off festive menus at ATAS (subject to availability), complimentary WiFi, and minibar access. All guests participating in the hotel’s festive offerings will have the chance to win escentials Gift Sets valued at over RM1,200.
Located in Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle, The RuMa Hotel and Residences, whose name derives from the Malay word for home, offers luxurious accommodations with views of the Petronas Twin Towers. The property, managed by Urban Resort Concepts, is part of Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ distinguished portfolio of more than 600 properties across 80 countries.
For additional information about The RuMa’s festive season offerings, visit http://www.theruma.com
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur
The Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur is all set for year-end celebrations with a series of festive events beginning from Thanksgiving and running through to New Year’s Day. The hotel, adorned in seasonal décor, offers a variety of holiday dining experiences designed to bring friends and families together in joyful settings.
Thanksgiving Festivities
On November 28, Curate will host a Harvest Festival Thanksgiving Buffet, featuring traditional dishes such as Roast Turkey with all the trimmings. The buffet will be available from 6:00-10:00 pm at MYR 238+ per adult and MYR 119+ per child.
Christmas Celebrations
The Christmas season kicks off with the Crimson Noel Grandeur Buffet at Curate. Guests can enjoy a wide array of festive dishes, along with live carols, mulled wine, hot cocoa, and a special appearance by Santa Claus. The Christmas Eve Buffet on December 24 runs from 7:00-11:00 pm at MYR 308+ per adult and MYR 154+ per child. On Christmas Day, Curate will offer both a brunch and a night buffet, each promising a delightful culinary experience.
Yun House will also present a special Cantonese Christmas Menu by Chef Jimmy Wong, available on December 24-25. The menu, priced at MYR 308+ per person, will be served during lunch from 12:00 noon – 3:00 pm and dinner from 6:00-10:00 pm.
New Year’s Celebrations
To welcome the New Year, Bar Trigona will host a Trigona Countdown party on December 31 from 10:00 pm to 1:00 am, featuring crafted cocktails and live DJ performances. The party is priced from MYR 400+ per person.
Curate will also offer a New Year’s Buffet on December 31 and January 1, with various meal times throughout the day. Prices for the New Year’s Eve Buffet start at MYR 488+ per adult and MYR 244+ per child.
Seasonal Highlights
Throughout the festive season, guests can enjoy a Radiant Reverie Festive Buffet at Curate from November 29 to December 30, excluding December 24 and 25. The buffet features a mix of traditional holiday fare and Asian delicacies, with prices starting at MYR 193+ per adult for lunch and MYR 250+ per adult for dinner.
The Lounge will offer a Festive Afternoon Tea from November 29 to December 31. For MYR 242+ per person, guests can indulge in a variety of holiday-themed sweets and savouries. A glass of sparkling non-alcoholic wine is available for an additional MYR 50+.
The Lounge also provides festive takeaway and gifting options. Discover an array of cakes, desserts, and viennoiseries perfect for elevating holiday gatherings or as thoughtful gifts. Executive Pastry Chef Yann Roumanille has meticulously crafted the Gingerbread Panettone over three days, infusing it with the magic of traditional slow fermentation and a twist of gingerbread spice. Other favourites include the Black Forest Log and the Chocolate Tree of Wonder, each promising to add a touch of festive charm to any celebration.
For more festive dining information or reservations, contact +60 3 2382 8602 or email diningreservations.kualalumpur@fourseasons.com
Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur has revealed an extensive lineup of holiday experiences, combining luxury accommodation, culinary delights, and family-oriented activities for the 2024 year-end celebrations.
The hotel’s holiday offerings center around their “Festive Wonders” room package, which provides guests with a two-night stay in either an Executive Room or Horizon Club Executive Room, starting from RM1,400++. The package, available for stays from December 1, 2024, to January 2, 2025, includes breakfast for two adults and two children at the hotel’s renowned Lemon Garden restaurant, along with exclusive amenities such as a complimentary DIY Gingerbread House Kit.
Culinary enthusiasts will find themselves spoiled for choice with the hotel’s diverse dining options. Lemon Garden, the hotel’s primary dining venue, will offer an extensive festive buffet featuring premium selections such as roast chicken, New Zealand lamb, and Prime Black Angus Tomahawk ribs. Special holiday pricing will be in effect, with Christmas Eve dinner priced at RM308 nett and Christmas Day lunch at RM308 nett.
Arthur’s Bar & Grill joins the festivities with a specially curated seasonal menu, highlighting dishes such as a traditional Christmas roast turkey and innovative offerings like the 12-hour slow-roasted 5-spice BBQ glazed rump steak. The venue will host special semi-buffet events on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, both priced at RM278 nett per person.
For those seeking a more refined experience, the Lobby Lounge will present an enchanting Afternoon Tea from November 20, 2024, to January 1, 2025. Priced at RM220 nett for two persons, the tea service will feature holiday-inspired treats including chocolate yule logs and gingerbread spiced macarons. Early birds visiting in November will receive an exclusive gift set from Petal & Potions London.
Families can participate in a special Gingerbread House Workshop, scheduled for December 7, 14, and 21 at Lafite. Priced at RM250 nett for one child with one adult, the workshop includes guidance from professional pastry chefs and a festive afternoon tea buffet.
The hotel’s retail outlet, Lemon Garden 2Go, will offer a selection of festive treats and hampers from November 20, 2024, to January 2, 2025. Notable items include the Traditional Stollen (700g) and an innovative Musang King and Almond Jaconde Yule Log, with prices starting from RM58 nett. Shangri-La Circle members can enjoy a 10% discount with the code SLCXMAS10 until December 20.
New Year’s Eve celebrations will feature two distinct experiences. The Lobby Lounge will host a glamorous countdown event with live entertainment, including performances by Acker the Magician and a 5-piece band, with packages starting from RM498 nett. Meanwhile, Arthur’s Bar & Grill will offer a “Midnight in Manhattan” themed celebration with live jazz and a semi-buffet dinner priced at RM315 nett per person.
In keeping with its tradition of corporate social responsibility, the hotel will continue its Embrace the Gift of Life project through the Enchanted Wonders Christmas Charity Tree initiative. Since 1985, the project has raised over RM5 million for children’s medical treatments. Guests can sponsor ornaments for the lobby’s Christmas tree with a minimum donation of RM1,100, contributing to funding corrective surgeries for children in need.
For reservations and additional information, contact the hotel at +603 2786 2378 or email dining.kl@shangri-la.com. The complete Enchanted Wonders collection can be viewed at the Shangri-La Boutique’s website.
Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur
As the festive season approaches, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel is preparing to welcome guests with its enchanting “Imperial Wonderland” theme. The hotel promises a magical holiday experience with an array of activities and events, from sumptuous buffets to luxurious room packages.
Festive Dining Extravaganza
Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur is offering several festive dining options to suit every taste and occasion.
- Winter Wonderland Buffet (13 – 31 December 2024): This daily buffet at Essence, Level 1, features succulent roasts, fresh seafood, and decadent desserts. Prices start at RM 168nett per person on weekdays and RM 198nett on weekends and Christmas Day. A special New Year’s Eve buffet is available for RM 228nett per person.
- Yuletide Oriental Set Menu (15 November – 31 December 2024): At Celestial Court, guests can enjoy a unique selection of festive oriental dishes for RM 348nett per couple. This menu offers a creative twist on traditional Christmas dining.
- Joyful Afternoon Tea (15 November – 31 December 2024): Pavilions Lounge, Level M, offers a delightful afternoon tea experience with festive treats for RM 158nett for two. Guests can enjoy a cozy atmosphere and delicious bites.
- Jolly Sunday Hi-Tea Buffet (15 November – 31 December 2024): This hi-tea buffet is available every Sunday and on Christmas Day from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Priced at RM 158nett for two, it’s a perfect way to spend a leisurely afternoon with loved ones.
Imperial Wonderland Room Packages
For those looking to fully immerse themselves in the festive spirit, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur offers the “Imperial Wonderland: A Festive Escape” room package. Available from 13 to 31 December 2024, this package includes a beautifully appointed guest room, daily breakfast buffets, and the Winter Wonderland Buffet for two. Prices start at RM 700+ per night.
Yuletide Event Specials
Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur also offers special packages for those planning holiday events. The Yuletide Event Special includes festive decorations, carols, and a visit from Santa Claus. Prices start from RM 250nett per person for a minimum of 50 guests. Discounts are available for selected Maybank and Standard Chartered credit cardholders, and members of Marriott Bonvoy and Club Marriott Malaysia, except on blackout dates.
For reservations or more information on these festive offerings, contact Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur at +603 2717 9900 or email res.kulsi@sheraton.com
SELANGOR
ONE WORLD HOTEL PETALING JAYA
This holiday season, Cinnamon Coffee House at One World Hotel promises to transform festive celebrations into an unforgettable culinary experience. The restaurant has unveiled a series of sumptuous buffets for Christmas and New Year’s, offering a delectable array of festive dishes that will create cherished memories.
On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, diners can indulge in a delightful Buffet Hi-Tea. The star attractions include Roasted Whole Lamb, Steamed Fish, and Baked Whole Jumbo Chicken, along with a variety of local and international delicacies.
For those seeking a grander evening feast, the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Buffet Dinner will not disappoint. Highlights include Whole Lamb Briyani, Roasted Lamb Crown, Roasted Jumbo Chicken, Slow Cooked Beef Brisket, Baked Norwegian Salmon, Lamb Ossobuco, and BBQ Beef Short Rib. Each dish is carefully crafted to provide an extraordinary holiday dining experience.
The festivities continue as Cinnamon Coffee House hosts a special New Year’s Eve buffet, offering a feast to bid farewell to 2024 and welcome 2025.
An exclusive early bird offer is available until 9 December 2024. Guests are encouraged to make reservations through the One World Hotel app to take advantage of special deals: One World Hotel App.
Early Bird Special- Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Buffet Dinner, 24th & 25th December 2024 (6.30pm to 10.30pm)
- RM246 nett (adult) (Normal price: RM308 nett)
- RM123 nett (child aged 6 to 12 years old) (Normal price: RM154 nett)
- RM172 nett (senior citizen aged 60 years old & above) (Normal price: RM215 nett)
Early Bird Special- Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Buffet Hi Tea, 24th & 25th December 2024 (12.00noon to 4.00pm)
- RM166 nett (adult) (Normal price: RM208 nett)
- RM83 nett (child aged 6 to 12 years old) (Normal price: RM104 nett)
- RM116 nett (senior citizen aged 60 years old & above) (Normal price: RM145 nett)
Early Bird Special- New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner, 31st December 2024 (6.30pm to 10.30pm)
- RM246 nett (adult) (Normal price: RM308 nett)
- RM123 nett (child aged 6 to 12 years old) (Normal price: RM154 nett)
- RM172 nett (senior citizen aged 60 years old & above) (Normal price: RM215 nett)
Early Bird Special- New Year’s Day Buffet Hi Tea, 1st January 2025 (12.00noon to 4.00pm)
- RM166 nett (adult) (Normal price: RM208 nett)
- RM83 nett (child aged 6 to 12 years old) (Normal price: RM104 nett)
- RM116 nett (senior citizen aged 60 years old & above) (Normal price: RM145 nett)
Additionally, for those preferring to celebrate at home, Cinnamon Coffee House offers festive takeaway options, including a luxurious Wagyu Beef Wellington with roasted baby potatoes, vegetables, and black pepper sauce for RM998 nett, and a delicious Salmon Wellington with roasted baby potatoes, vegetables, and Beurre Blanc sauce for RM598 nett. Orders should be placed three days in advance to ensure availability.
Early reservations are recommended to secure a spot for this extraordinary holiday dining experience. For more information or to make a reservation, contact Cinnamon Coffee House at +603 7681 1113, WhatsApp +6016-210 9521, or email fnb_sales@oneworldhotel.com.my
.
Photo credits: Respective hotels
Cover photo: EQ Kuala Lumpur
Stratos Life Asia 