Low (left) and Perrinet collaborated to create an extraordinary afternoon tea experience.
THE latest afternoon tea set at a hotel in the heart of Kuala Lumpur resembles an experience from an enchanted land.
Inspired by the beauty of the neighbouring KLCC Park, the culinary team at Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur collaborated with its counterpart in Tokyo to showcase a thoughtfully curated menu that seamlessly integrates flavours and textures.
Led by hotel head pastry chef Low Kin Kang and Park Hyatt Tokyo executive pastry chef Julien Perrinet, the pair have created an afternoon tea affair by merging their expertise to craft a menu that presents innovative flavours and exquisite presentation.
Creamy white corn custard, seasoned with chive and chargrilled onion dust, and soy sauce.
Guests can begin the journey by indulging in savoury dishes starting with Chicken Mousse and Black Truffle, paired with Smoked Aged Heirloom Pumpkin, Nasturtium and Beetroot Shortbread.
A chef's special on weekends is the Mozza and Tomato, featuring mozzarella di bufala, heirloon tomato, cress, and basil pesto with extra virgin olive oil.
Another standout item is the Tasmanian Petuna Trout Confit renowned for its creamy texture and complemented with coconut-lime pearls, creme fraiche, pickled cucamelon, bronze fennel and green tea sable.
Baked treats sit on the bottom tier, while the middle and top tiers have sweet delights.
Reminiscent of chawanmushi, the locally sourced Cameron Highlands white corn custard, seasoned with chive and chargrilled onion dust, and enhanced with soy sauce is silky and flavourful.
Steamed Seabass Fillet with soft tofu, ginger flower and chilli lemongrass sauce offers layers of tangy appeal in each bite.
There is a lot of taste and texture going on in the Crispy Chicken Kataifi Roll featuring Chinese parsley, garlic crumb, and homemade spicy Sichuan sauce.
Steamed Seabass Fillet, with soft tofu, ginger flower, and chilli-lemongrass sauce.
As the dining experience transitions to sweeter notes, guests will be drawn to the Flower Pot dessert featuring chocolate almond soil and strawberry basil.
The afternoon tea also includes a selection of pastries designed to enchant the senses with flavours and craftsmanship reminiscent of a blooming garden.
For chocolate lovers, the Valrhona Chocolate Lolly with streusel and chocolate feuilletine is a rich treat.
Crispy Chicken Kataifi Roll with Chinese parsley, garlic crumb, and homemade spicy Sichuan sauce.
The Daisy, which comprises coconut-lime cream, mango and hazelnut presents a tropical twist, while the Cassis Flower with vanilla cream, cassis plum jam, and matcha tea financier paints yet another pretty picture.
Freshly baked delights include wholemeal scones with Cornish clotted cream and a variety of jams alongside the citrusy Yuzu Cake with Grapefruit Jelly.
To complete the experience, there are mango, passion fruit, and banana flavour ice cream, served in crispy waffle cone.
Cassis Flower, with vanilla cream, cassis plum jam, and matcha tea financier.
The afternoon tea experience is set against the breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of Kuala Lumpur.
Guests are in for more sweet and savoury treats on weekends, including Mozza and Tomato, Braised Five Spiced Beef Brisket and Apple Tart Tatin.
This garden-inspired afternoon tea is available daily from noon until 5pm, priced at RM128 nett per person on weekdays and RM158 nett per person on weekends.
Ice creams in mango, passion fruit, and banana flavours are served in a crispy waffle cone.
THIRTY8, Level 38, Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, 12 Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur. (Tel: 03-2203 9188/WhatsApp: 012-621 9869) Business hours: 6.30am until midnight.
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