Hotel Review: Palm Garden Hotel, Putrajaya x SplashMania Stay Experience

School's out! To all the mama and papas out there, check out this latest promotion from Palm Garden Hotel, Putrajaya - the SplashMania Stay Experience which promises a comfortable stay at the hotel plus a fun-filled unforgettable day out at SplashMania to keep your kids entertained this school holiday season. 

Palm Garden Hotel, Putrajaya is located in IOI Resort City, and is a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, a range of independent boutique hotels within Marriott Bonvoy. Be greeted by the large wooden wau installment at the hotel lobby - the wau is a traditional kite originating from Malaysia, while sipping on your welcome drink. 

The Room

We checked in to the Family Room (46 sqm), a spacious, contemporary space with 1 king-sized bed and 1 twin bed - perfect for a family of 2 adults and 2 kids. The hotel has recently undergone refurbishment so all rooms are modern and elegantly designed with elements of Malaysian culture. There is also a work desk, sofa, LCD TV, mini fridge, coffee/tea making facilities, as well as a bathtub/shower in the bathroom - everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Food / Dining

Breakfast is included with this package, and is served daily from 6.30am to 10.30am at Palms Cafe, the hotel's all day dining restaurant. The breakfast selection was fantastic - we thoroughly enjoyed Asian specialties such as the nasi lemak, mee goreng, a selection of roti made to order, as well as the pastries, egg counter, and more. The barista here also makes a very good cuppa coffee (with nice coffee art to boot).

You can also enjoy a la carte lunch or dinner here at Palms Cafe, and buffets are usually served on weekends or during public holidays and festive season. We had two of our dinners here, ordering from their a la carte menu - we recommend the Wild mushroom soup (RM35), served in a farmer's loaf, Melting Cheese burger (RM48), Grilled Lamb Chops (RM80) and Spaghetti aglio e olio (RM45). 

For fans of Nyonya cuisine, a visit to Madam Lee Nyonya Private Dining is a must. The dining space is beautiful and vast. Upon arrival, we were served with Kam Cheng, their welcome drink and invited to try on their Nyonya kebaya for free, should we wish. Start with the Pie Tee, crunchy top hats filled with jicama, mushrooms and prawns, followed by a selection of delectable mains such as Kapitan Ayam, Lemak Nenas Udang, Ayam Buah Keluak, Nyonya Chap Chye, Nyonya Curry Mee and Nyonya Nasi Ulam. 

Located directly below the restaurant is Baba Bar, a stylish lounge blending Peranakan heritage with modern flair. You will find handcrafted cocktails and mocktails with a local touch as well as light bites from Madam Lee served here. Chat the night away with your friends, or entertain yourself with a game of foosball, pool or watching a football match on the large screen TV.

Hotel guests are also invited to unwind from 4-6pm daily at the Courtyard with their welcome ritual, Kopi Dulu. Local snacks and kuih-muih is served along with an old-style coffee brewed the traditional way, employing a cloth strainer and a vintage charcoal stove. 

Hotel Facilities

For the fitness fanatics, there is a well-equipped gym in the hotel, accessible by hotel keycard 24/7. There are two outdoor swimming pools; one of which is suitable for children and comes with a water slide. There is also a small playground area next to the pool. 

The SplashMania Stay Experience

Guests booking under this package will receive 2 adult + 2 kids tickets to SplashMania. Return transfer from the hotel to SplashMania is also included in the price. 

SplashMania is an expansive 18-acre water theme park located in Gamuda Cove, a 30-minute journey from the hotel. The theme park features 39 exciting rides and attractions, suitable for all different age groups. Our kids had such a fun time exploring the theme park and enjoying the various rides / attractions - their favourites include the Shaka Waka, Plunge, Sumaumeira Drop, Twista and Maniac Racers. Highly recommended for a family fun day out!

Other family activities

The hotel is located within a 5-min walking distance from IOI City Mall, the largest shopping mall in Malaysia. Here, you can indulge in lots of activities with your family such as ice skating, watching a movie at the cinema, shopping, roller skating, singing to your heart's content at the karaoke, bowling, or visit IOI City Farm, Malaysia's first indoor urban wildlife adventure park. The hotel also provides a complimentary shuttle bus service to the mall.

Check out our YouTube video here:

Quote promotional code 'E4000' when making your booking for the SplashMania Stay Experience. This offer is valid from 1 December 2024 to 31 March 2025. 

Check-in time 3pm, check-out time 12pm.

Location: Palm Garden Hotel, Putrajaya, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, IOI Resort City, 62502 Putrajaya, Malaysia. (complimentary on-site parking)

Tel: 03-8943 2233

Website: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/kulpt-palm-garden-hotel-putrajaya-a-tribute-portfolio-hotel/overview/

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The Sunday Table at ATAS, The RuMa Hotel and Residences, KL

This November, ATAS unveils The Sunday Table, a Sunday buffet series designed to spotlight a different seasonal ingredient every two months. For its debut, guests are invited to experience a lobster extravaganza, showcasing innovative and indulgent dishes crafted around this premium ingredient. The star dishes of the buffet are the delicious River Lobster Sizzle served with crispy spinach cappellini and a Borneo Lobster Thermidor. 

These specialties are complemented by a smorgasbord of international dishes on the buffet line such as beef Wellington, seafood on ice, cold cuts, salads, pasta, grilled meats and seafood, sashimi and sushi,  as well as a selection of items cooked upon order and a delectable selection of desserts and chocolates.

From the cook-to-order menu, you may order the dishes as many times as you like (except for the star dishes, which you can order only once). Our favourites include the NY Steak, a dry aged Angus striploin grilled in the Mibrasa charcoal oven to our preferred doneness, served with crispy hand cut fries, asparagus and Bearnaise sauce.. so good, we ordered this multiple times! We also enjoyed the Ireland Fish & Chips, thanks to the light crispy batter. For this dish, the chefs have chosen to use barramundi, locally and sustainably sourced.  The ATAS Seafood Rice is another must-try item, reminiscent of a paella with lots of fresh seafood such as baby lobster, clams, and scallop. Some other cooked-to-order dishes on the menu this series are lamb ossobuco, oyster rockefeller, grilled seabass, ATAS cordon bleu, Wagyu beef waffle and scrambled egg truffle croissant.

To make your Sunday gatherings even more special, ATAS is also offering beverage packages with free flow selected Beer, Red and White Wine at just an additional RM200, or RM288 for an additional option of Sparkling Wine. Every two months, the ingredient focus will shift, offering an ever-evolving Sunday Table that promises fresh flavours and culinary surprises for each visit.

The Sunday Table buffet is priced at RM 228 nett per person. Available every Sunday from 12.00 to 3.30pm. Book your table via this link.

Check out our personal experience at The Sunday Table here:

Location: ATAS, The Ruma Hotel and Residences, 7 Jalan Kia Peng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Parking rate RM10 for 1st hour, RM5 for subsequent hour).

Tel: 03- 2778 0888


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2024 Mooncakes: Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur

EMBRACE THE CELESTIAL HARMONY OF MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL AT 

GRAND MILLENNIUM KUALA LUMPUR

Premium Collection

The enchanting Mid-Autumn Festival is just around the corner, and Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur is delighted to celebrate this cherished occasion with an exquisite selection of traditional baked mooncakes. From now until 18 September 2024, treat your palate to an array of classic baked mooncakes, carefully handcrafted using the finest ingredients. 

Add a touch of nostalgia to the festivities with the Pure White Lotus Paste with Single Yolk – the perfect accompaniment to a cup of aromatic Chinese tea. Alternatively, take heart in our glorious Pandan Paste with Single Yolk or revel in the true indulgence of the Assorted Fruits & Nuts – a tasteful delight of almonds, peanuts, walnuts, white sesame, melon seeds and zesty tangerine peel creating sensational texture and flavour. Also on the menu is a perennial favourite, the Red Bean Paste – crafted to suit contemporary palates, the delicate sweetness of fresh red bean paste is subtle yet simple. 

To elevate the gifting experience, these dainty treasured delicacies come beautifully encased in thoughtfully designed elegant gift boxes, offering a perfect blend of taste and aesthetics. Featuring a trio of sophisticated colours, choose between the Premium Collection or the Signature Collection. 

Priced at RM188+ per box of four mooncakes, the Premium Collection boasts a tasteful display of two (2) refined colour options; elegant celadon or opulent rose themes. Meanwhile, the Signature Collection, priced at RM168+ per box of four mooncakes, takes resemblance of an aesthetic tiffany blue chest showcasing a design inspired by harmonious elements of nature and adorned with a lacquer finish. 

Signature Collection

Both Premium and Signature Collections include a fixed selection of four (4) artisan baked mooncakes namely the: 

• Pure White Lotus Paste with Single Yolk 

• Assorted Fruits and Nuts 

• Pandan Paste with Single Yolk 

• Red Bean Paste 

There will be a special early bird discount of 30% on all mooncake purchases made from 1 July until 1 August 2024. Millennium Classic Dining Card (MCDC) members as well as cardholders of Maybank, Hong Leong Bank and Standard Chartered Malaysia will be delighted to know that they are able to enjoy the 30% discount throughout the entire promotional period. 

Complimentary delivery is also available to all MCDC cardmembers and purchases made via participating banks mentioned above. Deliveries must be within a 5km radius from the hotel and with a minimum of at least two boxes per order. 

Bulk purchases are welcomed, and orders can be made at least three (3) days in advance. Discounts are also available for bulk purchases. 

Mooncakes are certified ‘halal’. For bookings and enquiries, please reach out to the hotel at +60 3 2117 4888 or via email at lcy@millenniumhotels.com. 

Details and mooncake order form are available here: https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/mid-autumn-mooncakes/. 

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Seafood & Carvery Night Buffet Dinner @ Le Meridien Putrajaya

Buffet lovers, there is a newly launched Seafood & Carvery Buffet at Latest Recipe, Le Meridien Putrajaya. Happening every Friday and Saturday night, the buffet dinner features a great selection of seafood such as sashimi, sushi, grilled seafood and fish, seafood on ice such as prawns, scallops, slipper lobster, and crabs as well as baked oysters and scallops. There is also a selection of appetizers such as kerabu, smoked salmon, cold cuts and a salad bar. 

There is also a new carvery section where you can enjoy beef wellington, roast lamb, chicken and whole salmon. Furthermore, you can find the usual Asian sections with Malay, Chinese and Indian dishes such as chicken rice, Nestum prawns, double boiled soup, rendang daging, asam pedas fish, lok-lok and more. End your meal on a sweet note with the wide range of desserts such as macarons, cheesecake, red velvet cake, creme brulee, choux pastry, cheese and many more.

Check out our YouTube video for some of the buffet highlights:

The Seafood & Carvery Night Buffet Dinner is available every Friday and Saturday from 6.30pm to 10.30pm, and is priced at RM188 per adult and RM94 per child.

For more information or reservations, call 03-8689 6888.

Location: Latest Recipe, Le Meridien Putrajaya, Lebuh IRC, IOI Resort City, 62502 Putrajaya, Sepang, Malaysia (located next to IOI City Mall).

Tel: 03-8689 6888

Website: http://www.lemeridienputrajaya.com

Parking rate: RM6 for first 3 hours, RM1 for subsequent hour.

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