Dapur Berapi with Celebrity Chef Ismail at Promenade Cafe, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

21st May 2018. Kota Kinabalu, Sabah - Malaysia’s very own Celebrity Chef - Dato’ Chef Ismail Ahmad (or affectionately known as Chef Ismail) was specially flown in by Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu to showcase his mouthwatering Signature Malay cuisines at Promenade Café this month of Ramadan. Inspired by traditional and authentic Malay delicacies, Chef Ismail is well known for
his meticulous preparation with emphasis on traditional recipes and the preservation of culinary heritage for the younger generation to appreciate.

 

Originated from a small Malay village in Negeri Sembilan, Chef Ismail officiated his presence in
Kota Kinabalu by preparing one of his *17 Signature Dishes – ‘Nasi Ulam Chef Ismail’ in a half
hour cooking demo, which was officially witnessed by Guest of Honour – Yg. Bhg. Datuk Dr. Yeo Boon Hai – Mayor of Kota Kinabalu City Hall at Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu’s 24 hours
coffeehouse – Promenade Café. This was followed by Special Cooking Challenge between the
Guest of Honour and a Local Celebrity – Tian Long.

 

This event ended with the breaking of fast before all present were treated to Promenade Café’s
Buffet Sungkai spreads that has over 200 lavish Ramadan dishes including Celebrity Chef
Ismail’s *17 Signature Dishes namely Gulai Lemak Telur Itik, Asam Pedas Ikan, Ayam Kurma,
Ayam Percik Kelantan, Bubur Lambuk, Daging Bakar Air Asam Kerisik, Daging Masak Hitam,
Kerabu Mangga Rebung, Kerabu Pucuk Paku & Taugeh, Ketupat Sotong, Laksa Asam , Lawar
Jantung Pisang, Lemak Cili Padi Daging Salai, Nasi Minyak, Nasi Ulam Chef Ismail, Sambal
Udang and Air Bandung Chef Ismail - all served (on rotation basis) on top of the existing
renowned International Buffet Dinner spread, which includes Promenade Café’s Malay Sous Chef Mohd. Firdaus Abdullah’s signature dishes – Fish Head Curry, Oxtail Asam Pedas ala Promenade, Udang Masak Petai and Coconut Milkshake. All these for only RM138 per adult and RM69 per child (6 – 12 years old) throughout the month of Ramadan.

 

 

 

 

According to Mr. Hafizan Wong, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu’s General Manager - besides the month of Ramadan, the hotel has also planned a choice of buffet feasts to celebrate the arrival of the new moon on the 1st & 2nd day of Hari Raya in June. Be sure to make your advance reservations at Promenade Café in Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu by calling Tel: (60) (88) 252 396. Hafizan went on to say that – “If you’re planning Iftar Ramadan, Sahur or Hari Raya gatherings, just let us handle the catering while you entertain your families and friends at the hotel, your office or in the comfort of your own home. For details, call Catering Hotline at Tel: 088- 251 415 or email: sales@promenade.com.my.”

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