Malay heritage dishes that recreate nostalgia of festive gatherings


Selection of Malay salads at Citarasa Malaya buffet at The Chow Kit Kitchen and Bar.

CHOW Kit Kitchen and Bar is revisiting the old days of Malaya with its Citarasa Malaya buffet.

The spread invites guests to indulge in time-honoured heri­tage dishes representing the best of Malay cuisine with a selection that reflects the warmth of home-cooked meals and the nostalgia of festive gatherings.

From the comforting aroma of freshly grilled satay and the heartiness of sup kambing to the vibrant medley of kerabu mangga, every dish reflects the bold, aromatic, and diverse flavours that define Malaysia’s culinary identity.

Highlights of the buffet include signature Malay delights such as Rendang Minang, Siakap Berlada and Ayam Percik Madu.

There is a carvery station offering roast lamb and chicken (on Fridays and Saturdays) alongside bubbling pots of pengat pisang, bubur kacang hijau and bubur pulut hitam.

The buffet’s traditional desserts include kuih, Sago Gula Melaka and Tropical Fruit Tarts.

The restaurant is set in The Chow Kit, a boutique hotel in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.

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Available from March 5 to 27, the Citarasa Malaya buffet is priced at RM150++ daily and RM180++ on Fridays and Satur­days.

For reservations, WhatsApp or call 03-2778 6688.

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