Christmas is one of the most awaited time of the year because it is a celebration for our Christian friends and a time of eating for the rest of us (just like every other holiday). What better way to welcome the end of this year than a good feast.

Since finding the perfect buffet spot this Christmas can be a task, we’ve rounded up 12 Awesome Christmas Buffets Around KL For 2019.

1. Sedap Restaurant @ Pullman KLCC

Sedap is a classy restaurant located inside the beautiful Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Center. This year they offer a buffet spread of both local and international delicacies. All food will be served fresh such as seafood, sashimi with the must-have succulent Roast Turkey and Lamb.

More Info: www.facebook.com/events/3739109686204907

Date: 25 December 2019
Time: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Prices: RM158 per person (free-flow of juices and soft drinks), RM178 (free-flow of juices, soft drinks, mulled wine and beer)

2. Italian Buffet @ Passione Ristorante Italiano (Non Halal)

Find this Italian food heaven hidden in a busy neighborhood of Sri Petaling. Passione brings you the experience of comfortable dining with some pork belly porchetta, wood-fire pizza oven, spaghetti alla chitarra, cold cuts and more. So join them for a unlimited breakfast buffet spread of delicious Italian cuisine, created by Chef Stefano Criber who hails from Abruzzo, Italy.

More Info: https://www.facebook.com/passioneristoranteitaliano/posts/1260060924201434

Address: 19, Jalan Radin Bagus 9, Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur
Date: 24 December & 31 December 2019, 1 January 2020
Time: 11am – 2.30pm
Prices: RM78++ (adult)

3. THIRTY8 @ Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

THIRTY8 is known for 360 degree view of the city on their 39^th floor of Grand Hyatt KL. If you want Christmas dinner with a view, this is the place to be. You will be served a delightful feast of Western, Chinese and Japanese flavors, featuring sustainable seafood on ice including shucked oysters, tiger prawns, blue swimmer crab, black mussels, Canadian lobster cocktail. Be sure to capture that gorgeous city view and the “ho” experience with THIRTY8.

More Info:
https://www.facebook.com/events/789922414794084/

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Date: 25 December 2019
Time: 12.30pm – 3.30pm
Prices: RM450 nett (adult) | RM225 nett (child)

4. Nook @ Aloft KL Sentral Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Head on over to Nook in Aloft KL Sentral and enjoy a jolly celebration with your loved ones. You can dig in into a Christmas spread that will feature traditional Western Christmas classic as well as local favorites! There will be carving stations with Prime Ribs, Roasted Beef, Roasted Lamb Leg, and Seabass En Papillote, and so much more for you to indulge in.

More Info: foodmsia.com/2019/12/nook-aloft-kuala-lumpur-sentral-tantalizing-christmas-buffet-feast

Date: 24 December & 25 December 2019
Time: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Prices: RM128 nett on 24 December (adult), RM118 nett on 25 December (adult)

5. Kwee Zeen @ Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara

At Kwee Zeen, diner can expect a decadent spread of local and international seafood, a cheese selection, an extensive choice of entrees, an elaborated mouth-watering Christmas delights, Chrismas turkey with traditional stuffing and lots more. Wash it down with their wonderful selection of French pastries and traditional Christmas desserts.

More Info: www.facebook.com/events/542906676562093/

Date: 25 December 2019
Time: 6.30pm – 10pm
Prices: RM168 nett per adult inclusive of free flow soft drinks and juice, RM308 nett per adult inclusive of free flow beer and wine, RM408 nett per adult inclusive of free flow beer, wine & sparkling wine

6. Latest Recipe @ Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur

This Christmas, Le Meridien aims to give your mum and dad a break at cooking! Enjoy your Christmas this year with surrounded with lavish food from all different cultures and flavors. You will get to try authentic specialties like Norwegian Whole Salmon Apricot Gravlax, Christmas Roasted Turkey Platter, Louisiana BBQ Short Ribs with Roast Vegetables, Poached Peach Buche De Noel, to name a few.

More Info:

Date: 24 December & 25 December 2019
Time: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Prices: RM128 nett on 24 December (adult), RM118 nett on 25 December (adult)

7. Curate @ Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur

Head over to Curate during the season of giving for a jolly celebration with friends and family. Chef Junious Dickerson has created a Christmas buffet spread featuring holiday specialties from across the globe. Sample satisfying classics such as minced meat pies and orange and gingerbread Yule logs, along with Four Seasons delights such as Chef Junious’ roasted turkey and black truffles, and baked flounder stuffed with Ccrab Imperial.

More Info:

Date: 25 December 2019
Time: 12pm – 3pm
Prices: RM268 nett per person, kids aged 5-12 eat at half price.

8. Evolution Cafe @ Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel

The hotel’s Evolution Cafe has something special planned in keeping with the Yuletide spirit. Satiate your taste buds with an Asian and Western-inspired brunch. Some of the highlights include luscious roast turkey with home-made stuffing, grilled lobster, beef wellington, Australian Black Angus beef as well as a selection of Christmas goodies and traditional Christmas pudding.

More Info:

Date: 25 December 2019
Time: 12.30pm – 4pm
Prices: RM168 nett per adult, RM84 nett per child between 6 to 12 years old, RM228 per adult with free-flow of wine and beer

9. The Brasserie @ The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur

Experience the joy and celebration of Christmas with your loved ones at The Brasserie! They offer a Christmas Eve buffet dinner or a Christmas Brunch buffet to which you will get to enjoy one of the most indulgent buffets. There will be delicious traditional roasts with options like foie gras and risotto. Not to mention an oyster bar, an assortment of cheese and a Christmas dessert corner!

More Info:

Date: 25 December 2019
Time: 12pm – 3.30pm
Prices: RM368+ (food only), RMRM548+ (with free-flow sparkling wine, red and white wine, and cocktails)

10. Lemon Garden Café @ Shangri-La Hotel

Get ready to be treated by royalty because Shangri-La Hotel has prepared a feast fit for a king. Delight your taste buds with their fabulous spread of local specialities and tantalizing international Christmas classics. Treat you and your family to a night of indulgence and Christmas wonder here at Lemon Garden Café.

More Info:

Date: 25 December 2019
Time: 12pm – 3pm (Lunch) | 6.30pm – 10.30pm (Dinner)
Prices: RM298 nett per person (Lunch) (Dinner)

11. Pasar Baru @ New World, Petaling Jaya

New World Petaling Jaya brings you a hearty feast this year in spirit of Christmas. Prepare to be spoiled for choice at their Christmas buffet. From appetizers to main courses, the wide array of selections includes traditional western food along with local specials and fresh seafood that you simply must try! Don’t miss their assortment of festive desserts before you leave.

More Info:

Date: 25 December 2019
Time: 12pm – 4pm (Christmas Hi-Tea Buffet) | 7pm – 10.30pm (Christmas Buffet Dinner)
Prices: RM98 nett per person (Christmas Hi-Tea Buffet) | RM148 nett per person (Christmas Buffet Dinner)

12. Wild Rice Restaurant @ The Boulevard – A St. Giles Hotel

Enjoy a gastronomic festive Christmas buffet at Wild Rice Restaurant in Boulevard Hotel. This buffet has a wide array of flavors ranging from local Asian taste to European cuisine. Sticking with classic, the roasted turkeys take centre stage at this festive buffet. Premium roast meat aside, diner can have the pleasure of feasting on live cooking by chefs at the pasta station. Lastly, remember to save some space for their assorted Christmas cookies.

More Info:

Date: 20 December 2019
Time: 7pm – 10.30pm (Christmas Buffet Dinner)
Prices: RM98 nett per person, free for children aged 7 and below, RM68 nett for senior citizen and children aged 8 to 12 years old

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Life is never too short to visit a fairytale destination. You’d come to find out that this ancient region in Turkey has lots to surprise you in contrast with its busy neighbouring city – Istanbul. Surely, these two cities may be in the same country. Nevertheless, we all are aware that the red apple is sweeter than the green one.

Houses carved out of caves and intricate fairy chimneys? Well, it certainly does sound quaint and magical to me. Cappadocia is rich in both history and culture. In a way, it will give you a taste of what its like to be in the Disney’s Aladdin film.

With a backdrop of pretty pastel hues that you’d only see in paintings – Cappadocia will give you a surreal experience with its jaw-dropping view. So be ready to capture the wonders of this beautiful city with both your eyes and camera.

1. Soar The Sky With A Ride On A Hot Air Balloon

Ever since the Malaysian film, “Manisnya Cinta Di Cappadocia” – I always wondered what’s it like to soar up the sky in a humongous balloon. I suppose on a bird’s eye view, it surely is captivating as it makes you feel like you can conquer the world.

For those that are afraid of heights, I’d reckon this is your chance to try to snap out of it. Challenge yourself to witness one of the world’s most beautiful backdrop and thank us later for it ?

Although there are plenty of places that offers hot air balloon rides, it certainly can’t beat the spectacular view of what Cappadocia has. Take a ride over the picturesque landscape and witness the sight of hundreds of balloons in the air.

2. Picturesque Landscapes That Takes Your Breath Away

As the whimsical wonderland of unexplainable beauty, it goes without saying that Cappadocia will leave you in awe at the very first sight of it. Savour the moment by taking in the most breathtaking aerial views you’ve ever seen from the highest point of the valleys.

With rock formations and carved out caves all around, take a stroll or hike up to enjoy the scenic view. You’d also find that the valleys are shaped as mushrooms and are called fairy chimneys.

3. Enjoy Your Stay In A Mind-Blowing Cave Hotel

This whimsical wonderland feels like it directly came out from a storybook. A mix of the medieval age and the present time – get ready to experience your time in Cappadocia by staying at any of their Cave Hotels.

Uniquely found, the rooms were carved out of porous rocks making it feel just like you’re living in an actual cave. The hotel still comes with all the basic necessities except for air conditioning but fret not about the heat as the natural stone walls excels in keeping the room cool.

To add on, most of the cave hotels has their very own little roof garden. The perfect spot for an evening tea as you can watch over the hot air balloons fly overhead through the sunset.

4. Captivating UNESCO Heritage Site

Dotted with intricate rock formations and fairy chimneys, the Goreme Open-Air Museum has been declared to be an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The museum gives you a good view of what the city holds and it is certainly a spot worth visiting.

Take a stroll around to enjoy the landscape as there are several paths along the valley that are even suitable for trekking.

5. Enjoy The Local Delight

Cappadocia is the place to indulge food served to you fancily, especially in hotels. Be sure to devour their very own specialty called the Testi Kebab. This mouth-watering spectacle is filled with juicy meat and vegetables where it’s cooked in a claypot for long hours.

To enjoy this dish, it is usually served with bread or rice by having the pot broken just before your eyes. And trust us when we say that our mouths are salivating as we write this!

6. Visit 36 Underground Cities On A Go

Cappadocia has plenty of hidden treasures for you to discover. One of it would be the underground cities that were used as hidden bunks, back in the days. What may amaze you is that there are not only one city, but 36 of ‘em!

These man-made structures has many floors down with over hundreds of tunnels that are able to accommodate thousands of people at the same time.

Comprised with the basic living accommodations such as kitchen and bathrooms, it is interesting to find out that there were people that lived their entire lives below the surface.

7. Go On A Horse or A Camel Ride To Explore The Land

If you didn’t know, Cappadocia actually means the Land of Beautiful Horses. What is a trip to this fairytale land if you didn’t actually get on a horse or camel?

Escape the crowd and experience some of the region’s most amazing landscapes on a horseback or a camel’s. Ride through the monasteries and rock castles and capture breathtaking photographs.

8. Make A Shopping Stop At A Turkish Bazaar

Make a trip to Alaturca Taner to make a purchase on those decorative plates you saw at the restaurants you’ve been to. Or try your luck if you could get yourself a flying carpet like Aladdin.

From traditional jewellery to handmade rugs, this is the right place to be to bring home some authentic pieces from the magical land, itself.

This is the land where magic and mystery happens. So forget on waiting on that train to Hogwarts and just hop on a flight to Cappadocia and enjoy the view of a bird’s eye!

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