Malaysian heritage cuisine shines at iftar at the Birkin International Hotel

Birkin International Hotel, a new coastal haven located in Klebang, Melaka offers guests the perfect blend of seaside serenity and the cultural charm of heritage. The hotel is set to welcome Ramadhan with the Gulai Kawah Tradisi Ramadan Buffet. 

Running from 27 February to 19 March 2026, this buffet showcases authentic Malaysian heritage cuisine, with a strong emphasis on traditional flavours and communal dining. Highlights include the fan-favourite kambing gulai kawah, alongside a spread featuring rusa golek, kambing golek, nasi Arab, ayam bakar tandoori, ayam panggang Maharani, ketam bunga masak lemak, murtabak tomahawk, ekor asam pedas, and sup sum-sum, a beef or mutton soup made with marrow-filled bones. 

"These festive promotions reflect our commitment to celebrating Malaysia's rich cultural diversity through food and meaningful experiences," said Kevin Lee, GM of Birkin International Hotel.

Details 

The Ramadhan buffet, available daily from 6:30 pm to 10 pm, is priced at RM205+ for adults. There is a Buy 10 Free 1 promotion as well. 

Call +6012-558 7295 or email reservations@birkinhotels.com for reservations and enquiries. 

Advance reservations are strongly recommended, and all promotions are subject to availability. Prices are subject to prevailing sales and service tax (SST).

FAB Group aims to lead in hospitality, dining and branding innovation across MENA

FAB Group, a new lifestyle and culinary venture created by UAE-based investment and development company DEAL Holdings, plans to launch popular boutique brands featuring Michelin-star talent from the UK and Europe across the MENA region, while also creating immersive culinary and lifestyle experiences.

FAB Group is committed to opening a minimum of 25 locations in the UAE over the next five years, with additional flagship destinations in Riyadh, Jeddah, Doha and the Red Sea.

Along with enhancing the region's growing reputation as a global culinary hub, the launch of FAB Group will support local talent, providing access to employment opportunities with roughly 800 jobs set to be created in the UAE alone over the next five years, and more across the wider GCC.

Andrew Cullen, FAB Group Regional F&B Director said: "Over the course of the next few months, we will be making some hugely exciting announcements which will significantly enhance the region's F&B offerings and redefine how the industry is perceived both on a regional and global level.

"The Middle East is already widely regarded as a leader in this space, with many of the world's biggest brands now operating in the region. Our ambition is to build on the fantastic work which has already been carried out and strengthen MENA's global status."

Abdalla Al'Mheiri, DEAL Holdings CEO added: "We are thrilled to introduce FAB Group to the Middle East market, marking a significant moment for the region's hospitality sector, which continues to thrive.

"Created by DEAL Holdings, FAB Group has big ambitions, and we are fully committed to making strategic investment, enabling the brand to evolve with a clear direction while achieving its long-term objectives."

FAB Group's portfolio will span fine dining, contemporary cuisine, café culture, nightlife, wellness concepts, and luxury brand collaborations. Several flagship projects are already in development and will be announced in the coming months.

A major investment and development company, DEAL Holdings boasts a substantial number of branded residences, hospitality projects and commercial real estate across the MENA region.

Celebrate iftar at the Grand Hyatt Singapore

Source: The Grand Hyatt Singapore. A selection
of dishes from the Ramadan buffet.

The Grand Hyatt Singapore welcomes guests to celebrate the spirit of togetherness with an iftar buffet at StraitsKitchen, Singapore’s first halal-certified buffet restaurant in a five-star hotel on Orchard Road.

Under the guidance of Chef Mohamad Mohamed Abdelmoety Ahmed, Chef Khairul Akmal Bin Zakaria, and Chef de Cuisine Nelson Wong, StraitsKitchen’s culinary team has prepared an extraordinary Ramadhan experience. 

Till 31 March 2025, StraitsKitchen will offer a buffet that brings together authentic Singaporean flavours with a touch of Middle Eastern cuisine. 

The dining experience begins with a selection of traditional mezze (appetisers), including smoky baba ghanoush and silky hummus, served with warm pita bread. 

Beyond the appetisers, guests can enjoy a variety of live stations and regional specialties celebrating both Malay and Arabic traditions. In addition to the Malay barbecue station serving chicken, beef, and mutton satay accompanied by warm peanut sauce and traditional ketupat (rice cakes), guests can enjoy Middle Eastern street food at its finest with the shawarma station, serving freshly-carved chicken shawarma wrapped in warm pita bread, topped with lettuce, onions, and tahini sauce.

Guests craving hearty mains can enjoy ayam buah keluak, a rich Peranakan specialty: braised chicken cooked with nutty buah keluak*, and beef rendang, a slow-cooked, coconut-infused beef dish fragrant with lemongrass and other aromatics. Seafood lovers will be delighted with ikan bakar, where sustainable barramundi is grilled to perfection, then served in a banana leaf and slathered with sambal. Udang Belado, a fiery tiger prawn stir-fry coated in homemade belado sauce, is another option.

To complete the feast, guests can indulge in handcrafted desserts, from flaky baklava filled with crushed nuts and drizzled with Arabic syrup, to dense, honey-soaked basbousa topped with toasted hazelnuts. The buffet also offers traditional Southeast Asian desserts, including pulut hitam (black glutinous rice in coconut milk), goreng pisang (crispy banana fritters), and bubur cha cha (a creamy coconut dessert with yam, sweet potato, and sago pearls). Sweet treats like chendol as well as an assortment of durian mochi and Nonya kueh are also on the menu.

In the evening, the Ramadan Dinner buffet offers a spread of dinner exclusives. In addition to the core mezze offerings of hummus and baba ghanoush, the dinner spread presents tabbouleh, fattoush, tzatziki, feta cheese salad, and warak enab (grape leaves stuffed with Arabic-spiced rice and raisins). The seafood on ice station adds on slipper lobster, mussels, and clams in the evenings to accompany the black tiger prawns available throughout the day.

Dishes like lamb mandi (fragrant steamed basmati rice with saffron and slow-cooked lamb, topped with pine nuts and coriander) and sayaduyah rice (صيادية, an Arabic dish of jasmine rice cooked with shrimp, barramundi, and spices) offer a taste of the Middle East’s vibrant culinary heritage, and guests can savour the kambing qorma (a rich, slow-braised lamb dish infused with creamy cashew nut sauce and aromatic bell peppers) and mahshi felfel (capsicum stuffed with spiced rice, dill, tomato, and minced beef). 

The dinner buffet is rounded out with comforting soups, including sup tulang merah, a robust, red-hued mutton bone stew served with crusty baguette, and sup ayam Palembang, a delicate kampung chicken soup with tofu and fresh basil leaves.

To end the meal on a sweet note, guests can visit the Date Bazaar, featuring an exquisite selection of premium dates from across the Middle East and North Africa, including the rich, caramel-like Ajwa and the chewy and flavourful Mabroum from KSA, the prized Medjoul from Jordan and Palestine, and the delicate Deglet Nour from Tunisia. Complementing these are natural dried figs and apricots from Turkey. Guests can also enjoy warm treats such as the aish el saraya (عيش السرايا), a classic Arabic bread pudding perfumed with fragrant syrup, as well as ladida coconut, a confection blended with mixed dried fruits.

StraitsKitchen also invites guests who are not fasting to experience the lunch buffet, which features a selection of local and regional favourites from Singapore’s Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Peranakan cuisine, complemented by a touch of Middle Eastern flair.

Details

Ramadan Buffet at StraitsKitchen
2 March – 31 March 2025 (including Hari Raya eve and Hari Raya Puasa (Eid))

S$68++ (lunch) | S$98++ (dinner)
All prices are subject to 10% service charge and 9% goods and service tax.

To reserve a table, please visit https://www.singapore.grand.hyattrestaurants.com/straitskitchen. 

There is a dedicated prayer room which is segregated for privacy and fully air-conditioned, together with a clean ablution area, prayer mats, slippers, and telekung (prayer garments) for added convenience. Guests will also find chairs for those who require seated prayer, as well as Qurans available for use. Guests who wish to access the prayer room may approach any of Grand Hyatt Singapore’s associates for assistance. 

Hashtags: #GrandHyattSingapore, #GoGrand

*Buah keluak comes from the Pangium tree. It is fermented before cooking.

Best restaurant in the UAE, best restaurant in MENA 2025: Orfali Bros Bistro

The 4th Middle East & North Africa's 50 Best Restaurants awards, hosted in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT), has crowned Orfali Bros Bistro No. 1 for the 3rd consecutive year.

Founded in 2021 by Syrian-born brothers Mohammad, Wassim, and Omar Orfali, Orfali Bros Bistro - which also has a 2024 Michelin star - blends Aleppian heritage with Dubai's dynamic dining scene. The venue was ranked 46th on The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2023. 

Source: 50 Best via PRNewsfoto: Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 unveiled with Orfali Bros Bistro as the reigning No. 1 restaurant in the region.

Its web page notes: "We’re constantly pushing the boundaries of cooking to discover new flavours and sensations to our food and pastries...Some of our dishes and desserts we have made them again and again, food that we love to eat. We serve them because they link us to our past and remind us of who we are."

Trèsind Studio in Dubai retained its No. 2 spot, followed by Dubai's Kinoya at No. 3.

William Drew, Director of Content for MENA's 50 Best Restaurants said of Orfali Bros Bistro: "Its enduring success is a testament to the talent and passion of the Orfali brothers, whose dedication has earned them a loyal following both locally and internationally. We are also excited to see restaurants from 11 cities represented on this year's list, showcasing the rich variety of cuisines across the region."

- Omar Shihab of Boca won the Icon Award while Boca received the Sustainable Restaurant Award

- Tala Bashmi was recognised as the Estrella Damm N.A. Chefs' Choice 

- Carmen Rueda Hernandez claimed the Middle East & North Africa's Best Pastry Chef Award

- Row on 45 in Dubai was named the Highest Climber, rising 24 spots to No. 17

- Dara Dining by Sara Aqel in Amman, No. 18, also received the Highest New Entry Award.

Details

Browse the list at https://www.theworlds50best.com/mena/en/lists/1-50

Selera Iftar buffet offers 1-for-1 deals

This year, the Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre presents Selera Iftar (tastes of iftar) during Ramadhan at the the MUIS halal-certified restaurant Window on the Park.

 

Source: Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre. The spread at the Selera Iftar buffet.

Featuring nearly 40 varieties of local classics and international dishes, diners can enjoy traditional favourites like chicken satay and beef rendang, as well as specialties such as wok-fried glass noodles with crab meat, Singapore chilli crab with golden mantou, Nyonya chap chai as well as roast lamb with black pepper sauce.

Sweets include pengat pisang with red bean soup, Arabic bread and butter pudding, pandan chiffon cake and assorted kueh (local cakes).

During this period, Window on the Park will also organise activities such as balloon sculpting and henna art.

Special 1-for-1 promotional rates for the buffets are available throughout the whole month of Ramadhan. Prayer rooms are available in the hotel.

Details:

Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre
11 Cavenagh Road, Singapore 229616

Selera Iftar Ramadhan dinner buffet at Window on the Park
2 April to 8 May 2022

Monday to Thursday, 6 pm to 10 pm
S$108++ for 2 adults, S$35++ for a child

Friday to Sunday, 6 pm to 10 pm
S$120++ for 2 adults, S$35++ for a child

All dine-in guests will receive a complimentary box of cookies.

Call +65 6733 8333 or email info.hisinorchard@ihg.com for reservations and enquiries. 

Selera Iftar dinner buffet menu

Each table serving

• Dates 
• Dried apricots
• Dried figs

Harvest from the sea

• Cooked prawns
• Clams
• Black mussels
• Whelks
  

Salads

• Mixed greens and lettuces
• Fatoush 
• Gado-gado 
• Kueh pie tee with shrimp
  

Hot appetizers

• Grilled chicken satay with peanut sauce and condiments 
• Chicken curry puffs
• Hot snack item of the day

Soups

• Tom yum 
• Cream of tomato
  

Wok station

• Laksa fried rice
• Wok fried Kam hiong mussels
• Malay spiced beef rendang
• Singapore chilli crab with golden mantou (deep-fried buns)
• Nyonya chap chye (stir-fried vegetables)
• Sambal fried local spinach
  

Noodle station

• Mee rebus with condiments
• Wok-fried glass noodles with crab meat
  

Western station

• Roasted leg of lamb with black pepper sauce
• Chicken katsudon with sambal belado 
• Pasta ala rosa with chicken ham
• Salmon in masak lemak sauce
• Turkey kebab with coriander raita
  

Tandoor special

• Butter chicken 
• Naan
  

Desserts

• Pengat pisang with red bean soup (hot)
• Um Ali (Arabic bread and butter pudding)
• Blackout chocolate cake
• Pandan chiffon cake
• Assorted kueh 
• Corn pudding 
• Durian pengat (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only) 
• Fresh fruit 

Ice cream with toppings

Flavours on rotation include:

Vanilla
Durian
Coconut
Teh tarik (aerated milk tea)
Strawberry

Dubai's Kinoya bags One to Watch Award 2022 from MENA's 50 Best Restaurants

Middle East & North Africa's 50 Best Restaurants has named Dubai's Kinoya as the winner of its One To Watch Award 2022. The accolade recognises a rising-star restaurant within the region which 50 Best believes has the potential to break into the list in the years to come.

Kinoya's founder and Ramen Queen Neha Mishra opened Kinoya after a wildly successful supper club she ran from her home, called A Story of Food. Kinoya was initially conceptualised as a ramen shop, but finally took the shape of an izakaya to showcase more of Mishra's Japanese technique. 

Source: MENA's 50 Best Restaurants. Chef Mishra's Kinoya has won the One to Watch Award 2022.

Kinoya is divided into multiple sections – a ramen counter, an open seating area, a bar, a chef's table and two tatami rooms for private dining. Its warm, welcoming atmosphere is matched with a menu featuring classical Japanese dishes and other delicacies, as well as a large selection of ramen and a strong robata section. According to MENA's 50 Best Restaurants, Kinoya "is egalitarian and offers excellent value in terms of price point and accessibility".

Chef Mishra said: "We are humbled by the recognition and are delighted to be the winner of the first One To Watch Award at MENA's 50 Best Restaurants. The award is a credit to my team and everyone's hard work; we are just starting out on our journey, but this award shows us we are on the right path."

The award will be presented to Chef Mishra at a gala ceremony for MENA's 50 Best Restaurants 2022 in Abu Dhabi on 7 February.

The Secret Garden by Zeekri introduces Cov-Eid Stay Home Takeaway Package

The Secret Garden (TSG) by Zeekri, the only halal French eatery in Singapore that marries food with flowers, is now offering the Cov-Eid Stay Home Takeaway Package. The takeaway menu, which includes free islandwide delivery, has sets for one at S$45, and sets for two at S$80. A Secret Platter goes from S$88 for the smaller portion. These prices are nett, with no extra charges.

The sets for one feature a soup, salad or starter; a main or pasta; a mocktail and a house dessert, while those for two allow diners to choose two of each category from the takeaway menu.

Source: TSG by Zeekri. Free islandwide delivery for TSG by Zeekri's Cov-Eid Stay Home Takeaway Package.

Source: TSG by Zeekri. TSG by Zeekri's Cov-Eid Stay Home Takeaway Package features both sets and platters.

 

Details:

Order through Instagram at @thesecretgardenbyzeekri or via WhatsApp at +65 9189 5663. Orders must be made by a day ahead for lunch, and by 12 pm for dinner on the same day.

Sheraton Surabaya, Pakuwon Indah announces Ramadhan staycations, menus

Source: Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya, Pakuwon Indah. The Warisan Nusantara iftar buffet at the Djaman Doeloe Resto and Bar during Ramadhan.

Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya, Pakuwon Indah presents a Warisan Nusantara iftar feast at Djaman Doeloe Resto and Bar in addition to promotions and seasonal decor.

Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya, Pakuwon Indah has a Ramadhan staycation programme, #DiSurabayaAja, starting from Rp850,000++/room/night. The package includes suhoor and iftar for two persons at Djaman Doeloe Resto and Bar. A separate staycation programme for business travellers, Work in Comfort, includes breakfast, free laundry facilities, late checkout, and 20% off for ordering food and drinks at Djaman Doeloe Resto and Bar, as well as high-speed Internet connections.

For Rp198,000 nett per person, people can enjoy a variety of Indonesian dishes through the Warisan Nusantara iftar buffet at the Djaman Doeloe Resto and Bar. Highlights include nasi hijau Jepara, which is served with sauteed corn, mushrooms, pentul (pin) satay, kecombrang (broken) chicken, and empal beef (fried beef); kambing guling (bolster) with ketupat (rice stuffed into woven palm leaves), and nasi kebuli kambing (Indonesian qabooli with mutton), among other dishes from all over Nusantara. Diners further enjoy a Buy 1 Get 1 discount by using a credit card.

"Chef Lukman Santoso and a team from Djaman Doeloe Resto and Bar invite you to travel around Indonesia through various typical Indonesian dishes to complete your breaking your fast with your family, partner, and other loved ones by continuing to apply health protocols in this new normal era," said Alamsyah Jo, Complex GM of Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya, Pakuwon Indah, and The Westin Surabaya.

Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya, Pakuwon Indah implements strict health protocols for the iftar buffet. Seating capacity and the number of guests have been reduced by up to 50%, and buffet dishes are served directly by the hotel's chefs. Sanitiser equipment is available in every corner of Djaman Doeloe Resto and Bar.

For those who want to enjoy a traditional iftar, Djaman Doeloe Resto and Bar also offers the Ramadhan #DiRumahAja and Hantaran Nusantara packages. These start from Rp88,000++ per item.

While waiting for sunset, there is the Ngabuburit* Ngeteh Doeloe menu at Djaman Doeloe Restaurant and Bar. This package includes various street snacks and a selection of Indonesian teas.

"We want guests to feel safe and comfortable in celebrating iftar in the holy month of Ramadhan at Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya, Pakuwon Indah, even though it is still in a pandemic condition," said Jo.

*According to Transparent Language, ngabuburit refers to distractions in the period shortly before sunset, when the fast can be broken.

Three celebrity chefs join Burj Al Arab Jumeirah

Source: Jumeirah Group. From left: Costa, Joinie-Maurin, Kurdahl, Semblat and Silva.

The Burj Al Arab Jumeirah has had three new chefs join its celebrity restaurants as part of its aims to create elevated dining experiences for its guests.

Jose Silva, Jumeirah Group's CEO said: "We are very proud to announce the arrival of three new culinary experts at our flagship hotel in Dubai. This appointment reveals the start of a more diversified and innovative culinary offering, in addition to our continued focus on the guest experiences, which is a core element of the luxury industry. Dubai's diverse culinary scene will be a delight for Expo2020 visitors next year, and with over 60 restaurants in Dubai, we are ready to welcome its epicurean guests. This is the start of several other exciting culinary and customer experiences we plan to announce in the near future."

The news follows the recent milestone recruitment of Michael Ellis as Chief Culinary Officer, the former MD of the Michelin Guide.

Francky Semblat, Kim Joinie-Maurin and Kasper Kurdahl have a combined seven Michelin stars at their most recent culinary appointments. Semblat and Joinie-Maurin are both protégés of Joël Robuchon's school of excellence, while Kurdahl has worked alongside Roger Souvereyns.

The Burj Al Arab Jumeirah's contemporary French diner Al Muntaha welcomes Semblat and Sky View cocktail bar & restaurant Joinie-Maurin. Kurdahl joins the Al Mahara seafood restaurant.

Anthony Costa, Regional VP, Jumeirah Group and MD Burj al Arab, said of the three: "Their experience at some of the world's best restaurants coupled with their diverse backgrounds and entrepreneurial adventures will pave the path to a wonderful gastronomic journey."

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts in Jordan gear up for Ramadhan

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts in Jordan will be holding iftar buffets with Ramadhan sweets, juices, ambient gathering spaces, traditional games and live music come Ramadhan (around May 6), as well as giving back to society during the month.

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts in Jordan for the third year on a row has partnered with Tkiyet Um Ali as part of its CSR – A kilo of kindness, part of the SHIINE sustainability programme, to send food parcels to less fortunate families.

“Ramadhan is a special time for us to give back to the community, as well as to reflect on the many things we are grateful for. Wonderful guests and amazing team members of course, but also the opportunity we have to do something we are passionate about: whether it’s creating traditional delicacies in the kitchen, or providing atmospheric gathering spaces,” said Michael Nugent, Accor VP of Operations, Levant and Pakistan.

Among Mövenpick Jordan’s highlights for the month of Ramadhan are:

Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea

Al Saraya Restaurant’s iftar buffet features seasonal dishes, hot and cold mezzeh, live cooking stations, juices and desserts. A complimentary iftar voucher is given for the purchase of 10 or more prepaid vouchers. Groups can take advantage of the entrance to Ramadan Nights at the Village Square. After iftar, Valley Café continues the Ramadhan spirit with oud entertainment, cards, fresh juices, oriental desserts, and traditional hot beverages.

Mövenpick Resort & Residences Aqaba

A traditional iftar spread complemented with international dishes and Ramadan juices will greet guests who break their fast at Palm Court Restaurant in Aqaba. With views of the shore, Aqaba’s fine seafood restaurant Red Sea Grill will be serving a four-course iftar set menu alongside Ramadhan juices.

Mövenpick Resort & Spa Tala Bay Aqaba

Fresh shrak bread can be had at Najel restaurant’s authentic iftar buffet. Middle Eastern dishes, international classics and desserts are highlights, with Ramadhan juices are poured by Juice Man himself. For àla carte delicacies, Siraj and Mello will offer background music, live oud tones and argileh (shisha).

Groups of 10 or more can enjoy special iftar and suhoor packages across all Mövenpick’s resorts in Jordan. Mövenpick is also offering value Ramadhan room rates and family packages.

Iftar buffet at the Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai

The Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai is gearing up for its first Ramadhan celebration this year.

Source: Mövenpick Hotel Apartments
Downtown Dubai.

Parimal Kumar, the Executive Sous Chef of Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai has crafted a traditional iftar spread featuring traditional Ramadhan favourites including a lamb ouzi, hot and cold mezzeh, refreshments, and an assortment of sweets.

“Ramadhan is that time of the year which is meant to be celebrated with loved ones. One of the great ways of experiencing the spirit of the occasion is to share a sumptuous meal with family and friends.

"Bien Restaurant will offer a traditional iftar experience with dishes that are freshly prepared using the finest ingredients and carefully selected to complement the season serving a selection of delectable treats that is sure to capture each discerning palette,” says Kumar.

Details:

Iftar Buffet
Bien Restaurant

AED 110 nett per guest, inclusive of soft beverages
From sunset till 10 pm
Book via email on hotel.dubai.downtown at movenpick dot com or call +971 4518 7777.

Dine in traditional Arab style at Mövenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate this Ramadhan

Source: Mövenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate. Iftar delights await this Ramadhan.

This Ramadhan, discover an authentic iftar under a ceiling adorned with 88 handcrafted Moroccan lanterns, with a daily oud player, and a wide selection of Middle Eastern delights at Mövenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate for AED185.

Anticipate Ramadhan favourites such as lamb ouzi, mixed grills, and Arabic sweets. The spread also includes hot and cold mezzeh complemented by dishes from each of the hotel’s specialty outlets – Mistral, Shanghai Chic, Sicilia, and Chor Bazaar.

“Ramadhan is a distinctive festivity that brings together family and friends as they share the blessings of the holy month. Our unique venue and ambience ensures the spirit of Ramadhan pervades throughout the hotel from dusk towards the evening. Perfectly suited for large groups, Al Bahou takes the spotlight under 88 majestic lanterns while our spacious meeting rooms come fully equipped for private gatherings,” said Samer Abiad, Director of Food and Beverage, Mövenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate.

Details:

Mövenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate is along Sheikh Zayed Rd, adjacent to Ibn Battuta Shopping Mall.

The iftar menu is available all days of Ramadhan from sunset till 9 pm. Get one iftar buffet free for every 10 paying guests. Book before 3 May to enjoy an early bird discount of 15%.

For more details and table reservations, call +971 4 444 5613 or e-mail dine.ibnbattuta at movenpick.com

Hashtags: @MovenpickIBG, #MovenpickIBG

Bay Hotel Singapore presents Ramadan Iftar Menu

Source: Bay Hotel Singapore. The Ramadhan buffet spread.

Bay Hotel Singapore’s halal-certified restaurant, Rumah Rasa, will be launching a Ramadhan buffet every evening from 16 May to 14 June 2018.

Executive Chef Esa will feature highlights such as chick kut teh served with taupok (deep fried tofu puffs) as well as dried mushroom and garlic in the Ramadan Iftar Menu. The broth is cooked overnight to accentuate the flavours.

Another signature dish is ayam woku belanga, a marinated chicken seasoned in spice mixture from the Manado cuisines of North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Chef Esa recommends the bebek cabai ijo, Indonesian braised duck with his recipe of homemade ijo (green chilli sauce).

From Sundays to Thursdays, there will be live stations serving laksa asam and roti John. Seafood lovers will enjoy the cumi cumi hitam (stir fried calamari in squid ink sauce) and crayfish in chilli crabmeat and egg sauce.

Come Fridays, Saturdays and eves of public holidays, a live BBQ station will feature marinated sotong, fresh tiger prawns and kembong fish.

Indonesian sweet treats include the bubur kacang ijo (mung beans porridge with coconut milk and cane sugar) and assorted kueh-kuehs (snacks).

Details:

Rumah Rasa will start serving breakfast from 5am daily during the fasting period and will also launch a takeaway set for two and four at S$40 nett and S$80 nett respectively. Sunrise ranges from 5.34am to 5.36am over Ramadhan, and sunset from 7.08pm to 7.12pm according to the Muis 2018 prayer timetable (PDF).

Bay Hotel is at 50 Telok Blangah Rd, Singapore 098828.

Iftar and gabgha at the Le Meridien Bahrain City Centre

Le Méridien Bahrain City Centre offers live entertainment with iftar and gabgha this Ramadhan.

Source: Le Meridien Bahrain City Centre website. Ramadhan greeting featuring a lit lantern at sunset.

FURN Bistro

Live Arabic entertainment
Iftar buffet: Sunset to 8:30pm
Gabgha*: Ala carte from 9pm to 1am

Book for iftar

Nasmat

An outdoor area serving tea and coffee with shisha from sunset to midnight

Call +973 1717 1441 to book

Interested?

Le Méridien Bahrain City Centre
Sheikh Khalifa Bin Salman Highway
Al Seef, Manama
Bahrain

*Gabgha refers to evening activities and gatherings.

Dine, meet or stay at the Westin Jakarta this Ramadhan and Eid

Source: Westin Jakarta website. Tea poured into glasses with dates by the side.

The Westin Jakarta welcomes guests to enjoy the traditions of Ramadhan with meeting packages and iftar menus that include ingredients from the signature SuperFoodsRx programme. 

The SuperFoodsRx programme was created in partnership with nutritionists, SuperFoodsRx meals consist of nourishing and antioxidant-rich ingredients including organic fruits, vegetables, grains, and proteins. Healthy meals enhanced with superfoods can be found at the Seasonal Tastes and Henshin restaurants, as well as on the in-room dining menu. Kids' meals are also prepared using SuperFoodsRx ingredients.

Have iftar at Seasonal Tastes and the Lobby Lounge with views of the sunset and evening Jakarta skyline. The culinary team, led by Executive Chef Daniel Kuser, has prepared a buffet that includes live cooking stations serving Middle Eastern delights as well as traditional Indonesian ta'jil, the foods prepared only during Ramadhan for breaking the fast.

Sesaonal Tastes - Rp438.000++ per person inclusive of drinks, dates and ta'jil

Lobby Lounge - Rp300,000++ per person inclusive of drinks, dates and ta'jil

The iftar package, for a minimum of 30 people, is available until 24 June 2017.

- The Ramadhan Indonesian menu starts from Rp400,000 nett per person

- The Ramadhan Eastern/Western menu starts from Rp500,000 nett per person

- The Ramadhan Middle East menu starts from Rp600,000 nett per person

The Ramadhan meeting package, for a minimum of 30 people, is also available until 24 June 2017.

A half-day event costs Rp550,000++ per person

A full-day event goes from Rp580,000++ per person and up.

For fewer than 30 people, a meal can be arranged at Seasonal Tastes, with seating subject to availability:

Half-day, Rp650,000++ per person

Full day, Rp680,000++ per person

The Westin Jakarta has also prepared a menu option that includes SuperFoodsRx snacks for corporate meetings or private events.

Relax at the Westin Jakarta with the Lebaran (Eid) stay package:

- Buffet breakfast at Seasonal Tastes

- Wireless Internet access

- A 30% discount at Heavenly Spa

- A 30% discount at food and beverage (F&B) outlets

- A 50% discount for laundry

- Complimentary shuttle to nearby shopping centres

- Complimentary late checkout up to 4pm

Rates begin from Rp1,650,000++, and are valid till July 9 2017.

Interested?

The Westin Jakarta

Jalan H. R. Rasuna Said Kav. C-22

Karet Kuningan, Jakarta 

DKI Jakarta 12940 

Indonesia

Book a stay with the Lebaran package

Book a weekend stay

Book an iftar meal

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Ramadhan, Eid delights at the Pullman Jakarta Indonesia

The Pullman Jakarta Indonesia has a host of Ramadhan and Eid offers on dining, gifts and stays.

Iftar at Sana Sini.

Iftar at Sana Sini, daily

Iftar features Lebanese Guest Chef Zein Rahhal, plus Tanoura Dance and Marawis performances.

From Rp468,000 nett

Call +62 21 3192 1111 to book

Iftar at Kahyangan Shabu-Shabu

Have iftar at Kahyangan Shabu-Shabu and enjoy views of the Thamrin Roundabout and Jakarta together with premium Japanese beef.

Ta’jil* ala carte menu at Rp145,000++ for one
The set menu starts from Rp1,300,000++ for one

Call +62 21 391 2963 to book

Iftar at Kahyangan Teppanyaki.

Iftar at Kahyangan Teppanyaki

Break the fast Teppanyaki-style in a private room. Start with light appetiser, choose a main course and end with vanilla ice cream with Azuki beans.

The set comes with complimentary ta’jil, Akadashi miso soup, as well as coffee or tea. Set menus start from Rp300,000++ for one.

Call +62 21 391 2963 to book

Ta'jil with TWG Tea.

Ta'jil by TWG Tea, 5pm to 8pm during Ramadhan

Nibble on a light iftar selection paired with TWG's broken-leaf black tea at the Le Chocolat Lounge. The tea is full-bodied with light floral undertones.

Rp135,000++ including two cups of TWG tea

Call +62 21 3192 1111 to book

Ramadhan getaways

Complimentary breakfast or suhoor and a dining credit worth Rp150,000 nett are provided with each stay package.

Call +62 21 3192 1111 to book

Suhoor in style, daily

Staying guests can choose from four set menus cooked fresh and enjoyed in-room.

Rp250,000++/set

Call In-room Dining to order.

Ramadhan gifts

Beautifully-wrapped hampers in two sizes and classic Ramadhan goodies are on offer, but pre-orders are essential.

Call +62 21 3192 1111 to book

Lebaran Nusantara Brunch, 25 June

Celebrate Lebaran (Eid) at Sana Sini with Indonesian home fare, such as succulent beef rendang, sop buntut and ketupat.

Rp520,000 nett

Call +62 21 3192 1111 to book

Macarons with spices.

Macarons by Makaron

Indonesian spice-inspired macarons are here in time for festive feasting. Freshly baked every day, the delicacies are available at Makaron.

Call +62 21 3192 1111 with enquiries
Interested?

Pullman Jakarta Indonesia

Jl. M.H. Thamrin 59
Jakarta 10350
Indonesia
+62 21 3192 1111

All images are from the Pullman Jakarta Indonesia website. 

*Ta'jil are traditional Ramadhan foods served for the breaking of the fast.

Stay and have iftar at the Marriott Marquis Doha

Indulge in Arabic dining during Ramadhan at Wanassa, the Ramadhan tent set up at the Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel with private majlises*, freshly-prepared foods, live entertainment and a wide variety of shisha.

Source: Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel. View of the Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel building complex.

Iftar from sunset to 9pm, daily
A buffet of favourite Ramadhan delicacies, freshly-prepared at live cooking stations. Shisha and traditional Ramadhan beverages are available.

QR210 per adult, QR110 per child inclusive of food, Ramadhan juices and soft beverages.

Call +974 4419 5000 with questions

Suhoor delights from 9.30pm to 1.30am daily
Take suhoor at Wanassa with an àla carte menu featuring Ramadhan specialities, Arabic sweets, selected Ramadhan beverages and live entertainment along with shisha.

Call +974 4419 5000 with questions

Group bookings
Celebrate with family and friends at Wanassa. There are exclusive prices for groups of 20 or more.

For more information call +974 4419 5028

Outdoor catering
The Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel also offers catering services for iftar and suhoor, for a minimum of 25 persons. Mobilisation charges apply and are based on the number of guests and location.

For more information call +974 4419 5029

Ramadhan stays
Valid through 24 June, 2017, stays start at QR875 and include 25% off at the Saray Spa.

 • Deluxe room
 • Complimentary iftar buffet for one at Wanassa
 • Discount of 25% off any Saray Spa treatment
 • Free high-speed Wi-Fi in-room
 • Access to a 35m outdoor pool

Book a stay or call +974 4419 5000 with questions. Be sure that promotional code UY7 appears in the corporate/promotional code box when making an online reservation. Room reservation is based on availability. Terms and conditions apply

Saray Spa Ramadhan offer
Book any 80-minute treatment or spa package, and get iftar on the house at Wanassa. Terms and conditions apply. Treatments and packages begin from QR580.

For more information call +974 4419 6090

Interested?

Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel
Omar Al Mukhtar Street, Area 61
Al Dafna, Street #850
Doha, Qatar

*A majlis is a parlour for meetings, typically with Arabic furniture. People usually sit on the floor.

Ramadhan at the Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers

Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers, adjacent to Damac Properties Metro station, has a last-week special offer for its iftar buffet.

Its Seasons restaurant is celebrating the month with a traditional iftar buffet for AED258* per person inclusive of soft drinks and Ramadhan beverages from sunset. An ala carte suhoor menu is available.
For the last week of Ramadhan, there is a special offer of  AED109* per person with soft drinks.

Source: Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers website. Ramadhan offers from the Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers hotel.

The hotel is also open for special events or private iftar gatherings with a selection of traditional Ramadhan specialties. A minimum of 30 people are required, at AED 135* per person with unlimited soft drinks and Ramadhan beverages. Call +971 4567 1122 to book.

Interested?

Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers
Cluster T, Jumeirah Lakes Towers,
Dubai, UAE
Call +971 4567 1100 with enquiries

*Rates are inclusive of a 10% Municipality Fee and a 10% service charge.

Ramadhan invitations from Le Méridien Abu Dhabi

The Latest Recipe restaurant at Le Méridien Abu Dhabi will be featuring an iftar buffet every day after sunset during the month of Ramadhan.

Guests will have the opportunity to savour an iftar buffet with a variety of Arabic dishes such as stuffed vine leaves, sambousek, tajine, kabsa, kanafeh, and qatayef*.

Interested?

The buffet is priced at AED155 nett per adult and AED75 nett per child. Free flow of special Ramadhan juices are included.

Throughout the month of Ramadhan, Latest Recipe will be giving away a free iftar buffet for every two purchased. Guests can also enter a weekly raffle to win a return air ticket to any destination of their choice courtesy of Gulf Air.

*Kabsa is a rice-based dish served with meat. Kanafeh is a dessert with a crisp topping made of shredded phyllo. Qatayef is a dumpling filled with cream or nuts. Sambousek is a meat pie usually filled with beef, but sometimes cheese. Tajine refers to a slow-cooked stew of meat and vegetables.

A touch of Morocco at the Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre

Source: Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre. Chef Mama.

Chef Mama, who has served with the Moroccan royal family in the late 80s in Rabat, Morocco, presides over the iftar buffet at Medley Restaurant, Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre.

Born in Morocco, Chef Mama earned her nickname due to her warmth and hospitality. Renowned for personally dishing out food and a warm welcome, Chef Mama evokes the nostalgia of home cooking in over the buffet at Ramadhan.

Throughout Ramadhan, Chef Mama's menu will include: moutabel, stuffed vine leaves, harira soup, Moroccan chicken tagine with almonds and lemon pickle, kousa bil laban, chicken or lamb shawarma, kunafeh Nabolsia, mixed baklava and fateer with cheese*. Entertainment provided for guests during their meals include a 'Garrab' who will serve juice in a traditional Arabic dallah, the distinctively shaped teapot.

Interested?

Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre
Deira, Dubai, UAE
Call +9714 294 1222 with enquiries

Try a Nestle recipe for kousa bil laban

*Fateer is Egyptian layered pastry. Harira soup typically contains tomatoes, lentils and chickpeas and sometimes meat. Kousa bil Laban are zucchinis with a spiced meat filling served with a yoghurt sauce. Kunafeh Nabolsia is a dessert with a crispy topping made with Nabulsi cheese, a white cheese from Palestine. Moutabel is an eggplant (aubergine)-based dip. Tajine is a spiced stew of meat and vegetables.