YES, in case you’re unaware, 2022 is rapidly coming to a close with 2023 right over the horizon, which means Christmas and New Years is too.
Just in time, some hotels, malls and eateries in the KL area are offering special deals for those already in the holiday mood or for those who just want to celebrate a year gone by and their hopes for the future.
Sunway Putra Hotel
Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner (7pm-10pm)
Indulge in traditional Christmas offerings like Roasted Turkey with Chestnut and Apple Stuffing, Christmas Pudding with Custard Sauce & a mix of local cuisines and much more.
Christmas Day International Buffet Hi-Tea (12.30pm-4.30pm)
Enjoy a Christmas Day International Buffet Hi-Tea at the Coffee House with an all-you-can-eat international buffet with Roasted Chicken, Mussels, Pan-Seared Lamb with Garlic Sauce and more.
Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner is priced at RM159+ for adults and RM79.50+ for children aged below 12 years old while the Christmas Day International Hi-Tea Buffet is priced at RM129+ for adults and RM64.50+ for children aged below 12 years old.
Both offers will be available at the Coffee House located at Level 9, on December 24 and 25.
3 Day 2 Night Happy New You Stay and Dine (Stay date: December 31 – January 2)
The package comes with accommodation stay of 3 days 2 nights in either a deluxe room or family suite or executive suite, buffet breakfast for 2 adults and New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner for 2 adults on 31 December 2022. Package priced at RM888+ (Deluxe Room) / RM1,408+ (Family Suite) /RM1,608+ (Executive Suite).
2 Day 1 Night Happy New You with KLCC View (Stay date: December 31 – January 1)
If you’re looking for a place to celebrate New Year’s Eve with a Petronas Twin Towers view, well-known to have fireworks in previous years for the countdown, look no further! Marvel at the glorious Malaysia icon from the comfort of our special selected rooms.
Guest can enjoy room promotions starting from RM669+ with breakfast for 2 adults. Prices may vary depending on room selection.
For accompanying children for both room package and promotions, they will get a 50% discount off Buffet Breakfast/New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner.
New Year's Eve Buffet Dinner (7pm-10pm)
Enjoy Roasted Tenderloin Beef Wellington with Trimmings, Chicken & Beef Satay, Seafood on Ice and much more. Each guest will get a party pack for the countdown.
New Year's Eve Buffet Dessert Countdown (10.30pm-12.30am)
End the year on a sweet note. Indulge in an array of sweet delights from Macarons & Cakes to Crème Brûlée & Bubur Cha Cha and many more.
New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner is priced at RM179+ for adults, the New Year’s Eve Buffet Dessert Countdown is priced at RM99+ for adults.
All children aged below 12 years old will be eligible for a 50% discount from the adult price. All offers will be available at the Coffee House located at Level 9, on December 31 & January 1.
Sunway Putra Hotel ‘A Festive December To Remember’ deals are available for bookings at www.sunwayhotels.com/sunway-putra from now until December 31. For more information and reservations, please call +603 4040 9888 or email: [email protected]
Pavilion Bukit Jalil
Pavilion Bukit Jalil commemorated its first anniversary on December 3 with a celebration filled with music and festivities.
Pavilion Bukit Jalil’s all new Tokyo Town welcomes shoppers to explore Japanese art, culture and food. Welcoming shoppers for the season is a specially crafted origami Christmas tree to inspire shoppers to get creative.
Shoppers with kids can visit Pavilion Arcade, Level 5 (Pink Zone) for a fun-filled time with lots of exciting games and prizes to be won. Shoppers can also stand a chance to get free tokens, popcorn and cotton candy daily for the first 100 children. Redemption of tokens are available at Gift Redemption Counter at Level 5, Pink Zone.
The month-long Spend & Win Lucky Draw Contest with over RM100,000 cash vouchers to be won. Just spend a minimum of RM200 in a single receipt mall-wide, fill out the contest form and submit it to the Gift Redemption Counter at Level 5, Pink Zone for a chance to walk away with the grand prize of RM10,000 or 111 consolation prizes of RM1,000 in cash vouchers.
Bringing international art to a local stage, Pavilion Bukit Jalil will be home to the viral Van Gogh sensory experience exhibition that has made its way through multiple cities around the world and is now coming to Kuala Lumpur.
Showcasing the life’s work of the renowned artist, the Malaysian leg of the tour will include a first-of-its-kind digital and interactive experience.
Visit Level 2, Orange Zone for sensorial exhibitions from December 17 to March 16 to experience the wonder of Van Gogh’s work. For more information on ticketing, please visit www.vangogh.com.my .
Pavilion Bukit Jalil will be holding various workshops for Pavilion Privileges members throughout the month of December such as a 3D Christmas Tree Workshop, Tsum Tsum Clay Workshop and more.
Darlings Honey
This Christmas, homegrown brands Darlings Honey and NaturoSqin are offering two unique gift sets for this magical season which will let you experience the magic from outside and from within.
Wonderful Christmas Set A
? Darlings Obsidian Honey (150g)
✨ Darlings Golden Propolis (5ml)
? NaturoSqin Shower Parfait (150g)
✨ NaturoSqin Bath Bomb (160g)
Wonderful Christmas Set B
? Darlings Obsidian Honey (150g)
✨ NaturoSqin Shower Parfait (150g)
Darlings Honey is purveyor of premium stingless bee honey harvested from Trigona Itama stingless bees – found in less than 10 countries worldwide, including Malaysia. Stingless bee honey is a nutritional powerhouse with a host of medicinal properties as well as having anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anti-diabetic, and antioxidant benefits according to this study.
NaturoSqin makes luxuriously handcrafted bath and body care products that uses premium plant-derived ingredients that are skin-safe and free from parabens, sulfates and phthalates. Their best-selling luxury bath bombs help you relax and rejuvenate whilst nourishing and moisturising your dehydrated skin.
Recognizing that not many households in Malaysia have a bathtub at home, NaturoSqin also offers an expanded product range including scrubs, body creams, shower parfaits, and soaps. Their shower parfaits feature a variety of scents to evoke the senses and either start your day right or lift your spirits after a rough day.
Prices starts from RM148 and includes gift box and delivery charges. For more details, visit Darlings Honey's website or check out their Facebook or Instagram pages.
The RuMa Hotel and Residences
A Festive Black Diamond Afternoon Tea (November 25 – January 5)
Enjoy a festive afternoon tea tucked away in the LIBRARI, available every afternoon from 2pm-5pm.
Guests can enjoy delicious savouries, such as Cured Trout Mousse; Ballotine Spinach; Mille Feuille of Poached Crab & Truffle Crab Cream and White Corn with Polenta Chips.
The highlight of the Festive Black Diamond are the delicate truffles infused within the savoury and sweet pastries. Known as Diamant Noir, the Black Diamond truffle is highly sought after for its’ exquisite and sharp flavours.
The Afternoon Tea is accompanied by freshly baked scones on the hour with flavourings of Lemon Cranberries and Chestnut served with Raspberry Rose Jam, Orange Marmalade, Truffle Clotted Cream.
End on a sweeter note with Tartlet Pistachio & Plum; Éclair Chestnut & Espresso; Roulade Honey Truffle & Blackcurrant; Entremet Salted Caramel & Weiss Chocolate and Caramel Pineapple Macaron.
Prices range from RM158 per person and RM288 for two persons, available at The LIBRARI. For reservations and inquiries, please contact +603 2778 0751 or email at [email protected].
Must-try Festive Delectables (December 12 to 31)
Celebrate by gifting three types of festive takeaway cakes packaged in an elegant two layered box.
Savour either the Sacher Torte, the classic Viennese chocolate cake, exquisitely light and rich in taste and texture and a perfect treat for your festive celebrations.
For the fruitcake lovers, the Grandma’s Molasses Fruitcake is incredibly tempting for its dark, moist fruitcake that will definitely please your palette.
For something courageous, the Ratatouille Ribbon Cake will be the sought-after cake which will be something unconventional with a twist; built on a pie crust with layers of delicious aubergine, bell pepper and zucchini and glazed with our house-made tomato sauce.
For orders and inquiries, please contact our In-Room Dining team via +60327780745 or email to [email protected] pre-order of three days in advance is required.
The Christmas Dinner (December 24 and 25)
Specially curated by Executive Chef of Atas, Mandy Goh that showcases classic Christmas dishes infused with the restaurant’s signature twist on local provenance and heirloom ingredients.
Guests can relish a selection of tantalising dishes, such as Dried Aged Turkey with mousse, croquette, Cranberry and Walnut Bread with Marmalade and Dark Rum Butter; Homage Guy Savoy with Artichoke and Truffle Soup; Wagyu Beef accompanied with Morel mushrooms; and French seabass with Madagascar Vanilla.
End the evening on a sweet note with a decadent Weiss Passion Fruit Ganache. Priced at RM450 Nett per person. For reservations and inquiries, please contact +603 2778 0735 or email at [email protected].
Celebrate New Year’s Eve Dinner at ATAS and New Year’s Day BBQ Brunch SANTAI (December 31 and January 1)
Partake in the excitement of the New Year with those closest to you with a New Year’s Eve dining experience at ATAS and SANTAI Pool Bar and Lounge.
Presenting a 7-course menu available on December 31, this set menu priced at RM650 nett per person offers guests a fresh take on the exquisite flavour profiles that is sure to leave you salivating for more.
Guests will be able to indulge in delectable dishes such as Gillardeau Oyster with Truffle; Portugal Goose Rice with Port Wine; Boston Lobster Bisque with Cognac; A5 Omi Steak with Pommery Mustard and Peach with Rhubarb.
Priced at RM650 nett per person. For reservations and inquiries, please contact +603 2778 0735 or email at [email protected].
If you’re seeking a breathtaking view to ring in the New Year, SANTAI is presents a series of celebratory offers from 9pm until late on December 31. Guests can enjoy a fine selection of premium beverages and dance the night away to the grooves and tunes of DJ Jason Martin.
Continue the celebrations on New Year’s Day itself with SANTAI’s BBQ Brunch that will certainly whet your appetites with mouth-watering selections from Beef Wellington, Australian M5 Wagyu Striploin; Classic Beef Burger; Braise Brisket Noodles; Cantonese Beef Tenderloin Hor Fun; Sup Ekor utara; Beef Rump Bourguignon and finally finishing with a medley of desserts from Grandma’s Apple Pie; Linzer Torte; Black Forest Gâteau and many more.
Priced at RM328 nett per person. For reservations and inquiries, please contact +603 2778 0614 or email at [email protected].
The Grand Millenium KL
Nostalgia of Christmas done right at The Mill
The Mill’s lavish Christmas Eve and Day buffet spread promises a smorgasbord of traditional must-haves, local and international cuisines with highlights such as a seafood bar on ice serving fresh slipper lobster, prawns and oysters, an interactive carvery station of the classic roast turkey, herb-crusted rib eye and honey-glazed chicken galantine, a local noodle station for noodle lovers, and a sumptuous spread of local Malaysian and international dishes of Japanese and Thai cuisines to complement the full dining experience.
For the perfect ending to a hearty festive meal, a decadent selection of desserts awaits those with a sweet tooth with classic Christmas treats such as mince pies, stollen, Christmas pudding and red velvet yule log cake.
The Mill Christmas Eve Dinner (December 24) & Christmas Day (December 25) Brunch Buffet Prices:
RM188++ per person (adult)
RM88++ per person (child)
*A deposit of 50% is required to confirm booking
Red Pinot Noir from Malborough, New Zealand and Sauvignon Blanc from Malborough, New Zealand available at RM25++ per glass or at RM99++ per bottle
Usher in Fresh Hopes and New Beginnings at The Mill
Be ready to sparkle and shine as The Mill invites diners and revellers to end the year on a high note and to ring in the new year with an elaborate buffet selection on December 31.
This cosy restaurant features a great variety of dishes from cold items to salad selections and carvery specialties such as beef wellington, roasted truffle chicken and marinated whole lamb.
There is also a live noodle station that serves local favourites such as curry laksa as well as Japanese takoyaki, chicken karage, Nyonya fish claypot, lamb roganjosh, Thai grilled fish in banana leaf and chilli coriander, crab cakes with mango salsa and more.
No festive meal is complete without traditional sweets like glazed Christmas fruit cake, noel chocolate gateau, Christmas pudding or celebratory desserts like berries trifle, Italian coffee tiramisu and vanilla panna cotta, amongst others.
The Mill New Year’s Eve (December 31) Dinner & New Year’s Day (January 1) Brunch Buffet
Prices:
RM188++ per person (adult)
RM88++ per person (child)
*A deposit of 50% is required to confirm booking
Red Pinot Noir from Malborough, New Zealand and Sauvignon Blanc from Malborough, New Zealand available at RM25++ per glass or at RM99++ per bottle. – The Vibes, December 19, 2022
