In the month of July, Permata Singapore (which means “Jewel” in Malay), led by culinary director Chef Mel Dean invites us to savour the enchanting Flavours of Malacca in the 1-FOR-1 Halal buffet format. Malacca cuisine offers a unique blend of Malay, Chinese, Indian, Eurasian and Peranakan culinary influences that most Singaporeans are familiar with.
There are a lot of foods to try on this amazing culinary adventure, and here are some of the highlights:
Asam Pedas Daging Tetel. It is a spicy and tangy dish made from beef trimmings, including tendon, tripe, offcuts and fats stewed over a long period to extract that delicious flavour. The spicy and tangy gravy is irresistible and goes well with bread or the aromatic Nasi Goreng Kerabu. I went back twice for this dish. Yummy!!
Nyonya Chang. This halal version of Nyonya Chang is just superb. The sticky and moist glutinous rice is divided into two parts. The top part is coloured with blue pea flowers, while the bottom part is just natural. The fillings consist of tender and succulent chicken, cooked with shitake mushroom and packed with umami.
Chicken Rice Ball. The famous version of chicken rice in Malacca. Deboned succulent poached chicken accompanied with a fragrant chicken rice ball. Complete with the dark soy sauce, crushed ginger plus spicy and tangy chilli.
Ayam Buah Keluak Risotto. The new interpretation of Ayam Buah Keluak by Chef Mel Dean. Think of it as truffle mushroom risotto, but using Asian truffle.
Chicken Curry Devil. The most famous Eurasian chicken recipe. The chicken is tender and absorbs the blend of spices. Not forgetting it can be super spicy as well.
Medan Bakar Parameswara. Inspired by the popular outdoor bbq eatery in Malacca, complete with a nice cool sea breeze atmosphere. The Udang Bakar is fresh and spot on. You can dip it with kicap cili padi, but I enjoyed mine without any sauce. Meanwhile, the Chargrilled Striploin is tender accompanied by rich and spicy lemak cili api sauce.
Pengat Durian. This is the more traditional version of pengat durian. Thick, gooey and served warm, just like those dips with Kuih Serabai. Since we did not have kuih serabai, I end up eating it with Roti Jala.
While the Flavours of the Malacca are the main theme for July 2024, you can also try the delicious International and Nusantara food served in Permata; such as Seafood on Ice, Tulang Merah, Soup Hayam, Laksa, Satay, Beef Rendang and many more.
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Tulang Merah |
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Laksa |
Overall, it was a delicious journey to savour the Flavours of Malacca. LD and I enjoy the food, the taste and the experience. Don’t miss out on this! Cheers!!
Flavours of Malacca (1-FOR-1 HALAL BUFFET)
When: 1st July to 31 July 2024
Time: Lunch, Daily, 12.00 – 14.30
Dinner, Mon – Fri, 18.30 – 21.30
Dinner, Sat – Sun, 1st Seating 17.00 – 19.00
Dinner, Sat – Sun, 2nd Seating 19.30 – 21.30
Price: Lunch, Daily, $88++ Adult - $15++ Children 6 yrs - 10 yrs
Dinner, $98++ Adult - $15++ Children 6 yrs - 10yrs
(1-FOR-1 Buffet Promotion)
For Reservation:
Call 9082 9941 or Email: reservation@gedungkining.sg / event@gedungkuning.sg
Thank you very much to Chef Mel Dean and Permata team for hosting us.
Food & Drink: 8/10
Value: 8/10
Service: N/A (Tasting Invitation)
Ambiance: 8/10
Budget per Person: $51 - $80
Permata Singapore
73 Sultan Gate
Singapore 198497
T: +65 9082 9941
IG: @Permata.singapore
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Lunch, Daily, 12.00 – 14.30
Dinner, Mon – Fri, 18.30 – 21.30
Dinner, Sat – Sun, 1st Seating 17.00 – 19.00
Dinner, Sat – Sun, 2nd Seating 19.30 – 21.30
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