Usher in the Year of the Snake with a spectacular culinary celebration at Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur Bukit Jalil, where festive
flavours and auspicious traditions come together under Chef Ken, a culinary maestro whose passion for Chinese cuisine was born in the warmth of his parents’ kitchen.
Bennett Peter, General Manager of Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur Bukit Jalil, expressed that “Chef Ken’s menus are a beautiful blend of tradition and innovation, designed to bring people together and create lasting memories. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to enjoy this special time with us.”
With over 35 years of experience across more than 10 international chain hotels, Chef Ken’s journey has been one of dedication and discovery. His innovative yet reverent approach to traditional flavours has earned him accolades, including the prestigious Best Revenue Kitchen Award in 2022.
“For me, Chinese New Year is all about the magic of food bringing people together,” shares Chef Ken. “Every dish tells a story, and I’m honoured to create menus that not only celebrate tradition but also make new memories for our guests.”
This Chinese New Year, embrace the spirit of prosperity and abundance with a sumptuous Poon Choi feast, an iconic culinary centrepiece that takes centre stage in festive celebrations. Overflowing with luxurious ingredients such as abalone, sea cucumber, roast duck, and more,
this exquisite treasure promises a banquet of flavours fit for the occasion.
Enhancing the experience are complementary dishes that embody tradition and good fortune: platinum salmon yee sang, a vibrant ritual for ushering in prosperity; double-boiled fish maw soup, enriched with mushrooms and cordyceps flower; and steamed glutinous rice, delicately infused with dried oyster and wrapped in fragrant lotus leaf.
Sweet endings come in the form of baked coconut glutinous rice cake and red bean pumpkin dumplings, rounding off this magnificent spread with a touch of indulgence.
For those seeking a memorable family reunion dine-in experience, Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur Bukit Jalil presents opulent Chinese banquets that showcase time-honoured favourites, including braised sun-dried oyster with abalone and sea moss, the aromatic sakura prawn fried rice, double-boiled abalone soup and the delicately steamed king grouper.
Each dish is a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation, infused with Chef Ken’s culinary artistry to embody the blessings of health, wealth, and happiness, ensuring an unforgettable Lunar New Year celebration.
