The Mira Hong Kong hosts iftar together with Miramar Travel and the Turkiye Consulate

The Mira Hong Kong has hosted its 2nd-ever annual Ramadan Iftar Dinner on 26 February, reinforcing the city's efforts to position itself as a Muslim‑friendly destination and a regional hub for culturally inclusive hospitality. Building on the inaugural iftar hosted last year — the first of its kind staged by a luxury hotel in Asia's World City - the event was jointly organised with the Consulate General of Türkiye in Hong Kong and Miramar Travel.

Source: The Mira Hong Kong. VIPs gathered on stage at the 2026 Ramadan Iftar Dinner at The Mira including 12 Consuls General plus event co-hosts: Consul General of Türkiye in Hong Kong Kerim Sercan Evcin (front middle), GM of Miramar Travel Alex Lee (middle left), and Head of Hotels & Serviced Apartments of the Miramar Group, Alexander Wassermann (middle right). Consuls General in attendance are from Muslim‑majority nations across the Middle East and Asia, representing Egypt, Kuwait, KSA, Iran, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Bangladesh, Brunei, Malaysia and Indonesia, as well as Romania and Poland.

Hong Kong's Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration, Cheuk Wing Hing said: "We are committed to further promoting Muslim tourism and facilitating halal certification, as outlined in the Chief Executive's 2025 Policy Address. Our goal is clear: to enhance Muslim-friendly services for our residents, and to position Hong Kong as a welcoming destination for Muslim visitors from around the world. Through sustained collaboration, we can strengthen Hong Kong's reputation as a vibrant, inclusive city and enrich its cultural tapestry with diversity." 

Alexander Wassermann, Head of Hotels & Serviced Apartments, Miramar Group, said: "It is a meaningful honour for The Mira Hong Kong to host a Ramadan Iftar Dinner once again as a continued commitment to providing a unique platform where cultures connect through hospitality, respect and shared experiences. This annual celebration not only honours the spirit of Ramadhan but also underscores The Mira's leadership in forging Muslim-friendly hospitality. 

"Leveraging on the prime location neighbouring with the Kowloon Mosque, and offering broad range of services ranging from halal Cantonese fine dining, halal wedding banquets to halal coffee breaks for meetings and events, our design-led, tech-forward property named Muslim Friendly Hotel of the Year by CrescentRating, continues to align our guest experience in newly-refurbished guest rooms with Global Muslim Travel Index identified trends so that The Mira Hong Kong remains a destination hotel of choice for Muslim leisure and corporate travellers, and a benchmark for inclusive hospitality in our city."

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).

A taste of tradition this Ramadhan

Source: Four Points by Sheraton Singapore, Riverview. Iftar buffet at Four Points by Sheraton Singapore, Riverview.

This Ramadhan, Four Points by Sheraton Singapore, Riverview invites guests to break fast over a spread inspired by kampung-style cooking. Returning by popular demand, the hotel's Kampung-Style Iftar Buffet celebrates the spirit of togetherness through familiar dishes that have long been part of family gatherings and festive evenings.  

Rooted in the simplicity of village life, kampung-style cuisine is defined by bold spices, slow-cooked recipes, and dishes meant to be shared. Priced at S$58 nett per person, the spread includes comforting staples such as bubur lambuk, accompanied by a variety of traditional condiments that complete the breaking of fast. 

Signature highlights include fragrant ayam lemak chilli padi, tangy ikan masak asam pedas, and crispy kampung ayam goreng. At the laksa live station, bowls of rich, aromatic coconut-based dish will be prepared on the spot. 

Guests can also enjoy a refreshing selection of drinks, including bandung, iced Milo, and blue lagoon longan. 

To conclude the meal, guests can indulge in a selection of traditional desserts, including assorted Nyonya kueh, a chendol DIY station, and the hotel's signature durian pengat. 

Details

27 February – 15 March 2026
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
6 pm – 10.30 pm (last entry at 9.30 pm)

Jubilee Ballroom, Level 4
Four Points by Sheraton Singapore, Riverview
382 Havelock Road, Singapore 169629

Advance reservations of at least one day prior required. Reserve online at https://sevn.ly/xyBu4k54 

+65 6349 4872 | WhatsApp +65 9837 3635 | eatery@fourpointssingaporeriverview.com

Enjoy 20% off the Iftar Buffet with promo code IFTAR2026 when booking directly via the official reservation platform. Terms and conditions apply.

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.

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

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.

SGUnited Buka Puasa initiative to benefit healthcare professionals, those in need

The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (Muis) has announced the SGUnited Buka Puasa initiative, a ground-up effort to provide meals for the breaking of fast during the month of Ramadhan. In line with this year’s Ramadhan theme to strengthen resilience, this effort rallies the community to unite and support each another during the time of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Daily meals will be extended to two groups within the community, healthcare professionals and their families, as well as Muis’ zakat beneficiaries and other families who require the provision of meals during this challenging time. The initiative aims to express our gratitude and solidarity with those on the frontlines of the battle against COVID-19 and to support those who are significantly affected by the outbreak, Muis said.

The initiative is a joint collaboration between Muis, mosques, the Rahmatan lil Alamin Foundation (RLAF), Peoples’ Association, Roses of Peace and Singapore Malay Chamber of Commerce and Industry. It is supported by SGUnited, M3 and SGTeguhBersatu Taskforce. The various agencies and community organisations will work together to distribute 15,000 meals per day throughout Ramadhan. Meals will be delivered to hospitals, community centres/clubs (CCs), or direct to homes of zakat beneficiaries.

Muis will kickstart the initiative with S$1 million in funding. RLAF will also mount a special fundraising effort via Giving.SG for donations from the public to raise another S$1.5 million, to meet the overall project fundraising target of S$2.5 million. The SGUnited Buka Puasa Fund fundraising drive will run from to 23 May 2020. All donations are eligible for tax deduction.

In support of local businesses, the funds raised will be channelled through SMCCI to local establishments like caterers and delivery services who will provide and deliver the meals.

Chief Executive of Muis Esa Masood said: “The act of giving towards the breaking of fast of others is an act that is highly commendable for Muslims, and every Ramadhan there is usually an outpouring of donations at our mosques to organise the communal breaking of fast. Even though our mosques are closed this Ramadhan, Muis and our mosques are happy and committed to be part of this meaningful initiative to reignite our community spirit and show solidarity with our healthcare workers, and those affected in the ongoing crisis.”

NMP Mohamed Irshad, founder of Roses of Peace, said: “Feeding people in need is a cornerstone of all religions, especially Islam. Over the years, Buka Puasa has become a massive community bonding affair bringing together the Muslim community and people of other faith traditions in Singapore. With the COVID-19 pandemic and circuit breaker measures in place, we are facing a real threat of people in need going hungry during this month. Roses of Peace is heartened to be part of this community-led initiative bringing together the public, private, and people sectors – in a first of its kind to exemplify the spirit of Ramadhan and SGUnited.”

Azrulnizam Shah Sohaimi, Executive Director, SMCCI, said: “SMCCI is heartened to be part of this meaningful initiative, as we believe strongly in giving back to the community. The chamber is confident that this groundbreaking effort will bring benefit and create a sense of unity amongst the varying segments of the community, synonymous with the spirit of Ramadhan.

This initiative is made even more meaningful as it allows SMCCI to partner its members in the food and beverage (F&B) industry, who are themselves, facing unprecedented challenges. This underlines the chamber's commitment in standing in solidarity, with its members, throughout their business journey.”

Details:

Registration for the daily meals can be made via www.bukapuasa.sg. Meals will be available for collection at 20 CCs across Singapore daily from 24 April 2020 to 23 May 2020 between 5.15 pm and 6.15 pm.

Residents who have registered for the meals are reminded to bring along their NRIC when collecting the meals at the CCs.

Precautionary measures such as putting on face masks, temperature taking and safe distancing measures will be strictly implemented.

Zakat beneficiaries will have their meals delivered to their homes, while healthcare professionals who are on duty will receive the packed meals delivered to their respective hospitals.

Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche rolls out traditional iftar favourites

Source: Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche. An iftar spread.

This Ramadhan, Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche has rolled out traditional favourites such as hot and cold mezzeh, mixed grill and shawarma live stations, traditional lamb ouzi and Jordanian mansaf at the Corniche All Day Dining restaurant.

Enjoy the spread for AED 195 net from sunset to 9 pm, dining to the music from the restaurant's resident oud player.

Grills @ Chill’O offers a laidback environment overlooking the swimming pool. Enjoy a suhoor ala carte menu featuring mezzeh, main courses, and sweet treats. Complete the experience with a hookah.

For larger group wishing to enjoy iftar or suhoor in a private setting, the Crystal Ballroom is ideal. With 50 people or more, the ballroom will be transformed with Arabic and oriental décor. There are also eight meeting rooms available.

Make Ramadhan even more memorable with a staycation at the hotel. Room rates start from AED240+++ and are subject to terms and conditions.
Details:

For enquiries and reservations, please call +971 2813 7777 or visit www.sofitelabudhabicorniche.com.

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

KSRelief distributes aid and iftar meals in Yemen

The Riyadh-based King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) has distributed housing aid in Sana'a, Al-Bayda, Luhaj, and Taiz governorates in Yemen to 42,579 beneficiaries, says the Saudi Press Agency.

Nine hundred iftar meals were also distributed in Abyan to 800 displaced people and 100 hospital patients. KSRelief aims to serve 264,080 iftar meals targeting 13 Yemeni governorates on 24 Ramadhan. A further 1,300 iftar meals were given out in Shabwah to displaced people, and 1,245 meals to 250 displaced people, 250 people with special needs, 570 hospital patients, and 175 students in Ma'rib.

The moves are part of the 262 humanitarian initiatives to support Yemeni people, which have so far reached 262.

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.

Bayara's Social Iftar uses social media fans' recipes

Bayara, known for its dried fruits, nuts and spices in the Middle East, has organised an iftar at The Oberoi, Dubai with a twist - the dishes on the buffet menu were created from recipes crowdsourced from their social media fans.

Source: Bayara. Jean-Marc Lourau, CEO of Bayara, congratulated the winners
whose dishes were featured at the buffet and also shared the progress that
Bayara has made over the last 25 years that they have been in the market.

The invite-only iftar on June 21, 2017 took place at Nine7One restaurant at The Oberoi, Dubai. Fans and their families graced the iftar along with the management of Bayara and media personalities.

Bayara's Head of Marketing, Sylvain Joyau commented, "As a brand we have always focused on connecting with our fans and giving them the best. Driven by this passion, we came up with the idea of Social Iftar, an online-offline activity that helped us have a more intimate relationship with our customers. The event was a huge success only because of our fans and we would like to thank them for their support and love."

With a legacy of 25 years in the region, Bayara has been able to successfully build on the expertise and heritage of Gyma Food Industries, in manufacturing and distributing fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) products across the Middle East and North Africa region. Bayara is looking forward to have many more social events for its fans in the near future to make it a brand that is Full of Life.

Mandarin Oriental Jakarta shares Eid, Ramadhan celebratory offers

Source: Mandarin Oriental Jakarta Ramadhan e-brochure. the foods available for iftar and Eid at the Cinnamon Restaurant.

The Mandarin Oriental Jakarta has shared a host of Ramadhan and Eid options for 2017.

The Buka Puasa Dinner, on till 24 June 2017 at the Mandarin Oriental Jakarta, showcases authentic Nusantara (Indonesian) specialties and its signature whole roast lamb with rice.

Dinner is available at Rp350,000++/person for adults, and Rp175,000++/child. It includes tea, water and juice.For reservations call the Cinnamon Restaurant at +62 21 2993 8823. Three additional persons may eat free for every booking of 10 persons. There is a 25% discount for all reservations under 10 persons.

The Mandarin Oriental  is also offering an Idul Fitri (Eid al Fitr) brunch on 25 and 26 June 2017 from noon to 3pm. The brunch is available at Rp256,000++ per person, including chilled juices and iced tea.

In the Ramadan Meeting Package, the Mandarin Oriental Jakarta invites business and social gatherings to be hosted with the hotel. A Ramadhan buffet dinner including ta'jil is available for Rp430,000++/person for a full day, or Rp400,000++/person for a half-day.

Group iftars are available including food stalls and infused water from Rp288,000++ per person. Groups must have a minimum of 25 people.

Ramadhan/Eid getaways are valid till 9 July 2017.

Rates start from Rp2,200,000 nett per night for a deluxe room.

Each package includes:

• Daily breakfast at the Cinnamon Restaurant or suhoor in-room for two adults and two children under the age of 12
• Complimentary high-speed Internet access
• Complimentary movie tickets for two persons per stay
• Complimentary transfers to or from Grand Indonesia or Plaza Indonesia per stay (one daily return trip per room)
• Guaranteed late checkout till 4pm
• A 20% discount on all spa treatments and laundry services

With the Group Holiday Package, book a minimum of 10 rooms to enjoy a special rate of Rp1,650,000 nett per room including breakfast for two adults and high-speed Internet access. 

To book call +62 21 2993 8800. Check out the terms & conditions for the Ramadhan stay. Local taxes apply.

The hotel has also prepared Idul Fitri hampers, which are available at The Mandarin Cake Shop till 24 June. The elegantly packaged hampers include homemade Lebaran (Eid) cookies, sweets and goodies. Three selections are offered:

Gold hamper at Rp998,000+

Nastar, kaastengels, green lidah kucing, peanut cookies, bakpia, cashew nuts, dates, date cake, lapis legit, pineapple jam, dodol, baklava*

Silver hamper at Rp798,000+

Nastar, kaastengels, green lidah kucing, peanut cookies, bakpia, cake, lapis legit, dodol

Bronze hamper at Rp598,000+

Nastar, kaastengels, green lidah kucing, peanut cookies, bakpia, date cake

The Ramadhan promotion at The Mandarin Cake Shop covers:

Source: Mandarin Oriental Jakarta Ramadhan
e-brochure. Top: baklava. Bottom: Prune lapis
legit layered cake.

• Dodol at Rp25.000+ 
• Date cake at Rp28,000+
• Green lidah kucing at Rp98,000+ 
• Nastar at Rp98,000+ 
• Kaastengel at IDR 98,000+ 
• Peanut cookies at Rp98,000+ 
• Cashew nuts at Rp150,000+ 
• Bakpia at Rp167,000+
• Baklava, pistachio chocolate flavour at Rp171,000+ 
• Baklava, pistachio flavour at Rp171,000+ 
• Dates at Rp228,000+ 
• Pineapple jam at Rp278,000+  
• American chocolate cake at Rp418.000+. Get two complimentary cakes for every purchase of 10 American chocolate cakes. 
• Lapis legit cake at Rp418,000+ 

Special discounts are available for large quantities. To place your order, call The Mandarin Cake shop at +62 21 2993 8888. Terms and conditions apply.

Interested?

Mandarin Oriental Jakarta
Jalan MH Thamrin
Jakarta 10310

Indonesia
+62 21 2993 8888

View the Ramadhan e-brochure

*Bakpia are Chinese-influenced pastries often filled with sweetened mung beans. Dodol is candy made from rice flour and palm sugar. Lapis legit is Indonesian layered cake. Lidah kucing are cat's tongue cookies. Green ones are often made with green tea. Kaastengels are a Dutch-Indonesian cheese stick. Nastar are spherical cookies filled with pineapple jam.

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

Enquire about iftar gatherings or corporate events

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.