High Commission of Malaysia in association with Shangri-La – Eros Hotel, New Delhi and Tourism Malaysia is organizing the ‘Taste of Malaysia’ Food and Culture festival.
‘Taste of Malaysia’ brings new and vivid dining options, showcasing the best from the wide range of Malaysian cuisine. The festival is organized to celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations between Malaysia and India. Two chefs from Kuala Lumpur have specially been flown in to New Delhi to prepare and create the magic in authentic Malaysian food for this festival.
Tamra, the award-winning multi-cuisine restaurant at Shangri-La’s – Eros Hotel, New Delhi, brings to its patron the ‘Taste of Malaysia’ – an authentic Malaysian food festival with stimulating flavours and culinary styles which will whip just about anyone into an endless gastronomic frenzy. With skilful Malaysian chefs bringing authentic flavours from the heart of South East Asia to the heart of Delhi, Malaysia is yours to taste.
Malaysian cuisine, frequently known as ‘the first fusion food’, dates back to the 15th century, originating from Malaysia’s multi-ethnic society. The festival offers a unique experience true to the palate of Malaysia with dishes on the buffet seasoned to perfection with intense spices sourced from the fields of Malaysia. The buffet menu is a sophisticated combination of salty, sweet and sour, frequently combined with a surprise inclusion of hot heat, which makes Malaysian food a delight to savour.
Guests can indulge in dishes like Ulam-Ulam (Malaysian Veggies Salad), Sup Ayam Kampung (Chicken Soup), Udang Harimau Lemak Nenas (Tiger Prawn with Pineapple Coconut Gravy) and, Kacang Panjang Dengan Udang Kering ( Sautéed Fine Beans with Dried Shrimp),among many others.
Along with the food, pamper yourself with Teh Tarik, a Malaysian national drink which is a strong tea with condensed milk pulled until frothy. A myriad selection of desserts, such as Puding Mangga (Mango Pudding), Puding Honeydew (Honeydew Pudding), Pizza Rendang (Pizza topped with Spicy Rendang) and more, will be a feast you will relish with every spoonful.
The food festival is a voyage that is meant to transport connoisseurs to the beautiful country of Malaysia, with a live troupe performance and traditional Malay music. The restaurant, a visual depiction of culinary delights, will be adorned with artistic Malaysian aesthetic elements to add a final Malay touch to your dining escapade.
Cultural troupe provided by Perak Tourism will also perform during this festival and will showcase different types of dances from different states of Malaysia. We are grateful Malindo Air, Air Asia, Seri Pacific Hotel and Perak Tourism for their support for this event, said H E Date Hidyat Abdul Hamid, High Commissioner of Malaysia to India.
It is indeed a pleasure and honour for our hotel to host the festival in association with the High Commission of Malaysia. With skillful Malaysian chefs bringing authentic flavours from the heart of South East Asia to the heart of Delhi, Malaysia is yours to adventure, said Parmeet Singh Nayar, General Manager, Shangri-La’s Eros Hotel, New Delhi.
Malaysia being one of the few countries in the world which has people from different backgrounds and different religions living together and celebrating festivals of each other with same enthusiasm as they celebrated their own. The country is known for its exceptional cuisine infused with spices and herbs that are deeply rooted in traditional home-style cooking, where fresh, top quality ingredients are put concocted judiciously and the flavors of each dish speak for themselves.
