Compiled by V. Sivaji
G Hotel – Gurney and Kelawai
A plethora of delicious spread awaits for a joyous gathering for family and friends this Christmas eve and Christmas Day celebration at the Taste Cafe at the G Hotel and also at G Hotel Kelawai.
Executive chef Mohd Firdaous Mohd Izhar and his F&B team have come up with seasonal favourites ranging from the seasonal “must” -Turkey Warldorf, Mongolian lamb, US air flown giant oysters, beef, lobsters, sushi spread, Asian spread and many more.
Other favourites include sushi, the craving station with Australian prime rib and Asian delicacies like Char Koay Teow, nyonya station and rojak pasembur. Seafood lovers should not miss slipper lobsters, scallops,crabs and salmon fillets cooked on the Lava Stone BBQ.
G Hotel also caters for takeaway this Yuletide season with favourites like Gingerbread House, Assorted Christmas Cookies, Christmas fruit Cake, Christmas Log Cake, Christmas Minced Pie and US roasted turkey.
The Christmas Eve and Christmas Day buffet dinner is priced at RM198 nett while the Christmas Day buffet lunch is at RM125 nett.
Alternatively, G Hotel Kelawai also offers Christmas Eve and Christmas Day lunch and dinner promotions.
Meanwhile, the New Year countdown happens at three locations, at the Tree Bar, G Lounge and also at the Gravity Bar. Diners can choose Taste Cafe or the Spoon for a hearty meal before the countdown begins.
Call 04-238-0000 (G Hotel) or 04-219-0000 (G Kelawai) for more information.
Eastin Hotel
At the Eastin Hotel Penang in Bayan Lepas, the Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner at their Swez Brasserie is helmed by Executive Chef Alex Leong.
His recommendations include an eclectic array of holiday dishes from around the world.
Among them are seared scallops, Gimbab (Korean Sushi), New Orleans Jambalaya, Christmas Burrito, the traditional Christmas fares of roasted turkey, pudding, mini mince Pies, raspberry yule log and many more.
The buffet dinner will be served from 7.00pm to 10.00pm at RM128 nett and RM89 nett for senior citizens (over 60) while children aged 6-12 years old will enjoy 50% off.
They also offer Christmas Day lunch and dinner priced at RM88 nett for adults and RM62 nett for senior citizens. The buffet is at RM118 nett for adults, RM82 nett for senior citizens.
They also offer takeaways like the tender roasted turkey at RM338 nett per bird.with at least 48 hours notice prior to pick up. Call 04-612-1111 for details.
Hard Rock Hotel
The Hard Rock Hotel Penang Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner at the Starz Diner is priced RM199 Nett (Adult) | RM99 Nett (Kids 6-12 Years Old) from 6.30pm. The Hard Rock Cafe is offering a four course Christmas Eve dinner at RM189 nett. Meanwhile, the New Year Eve poolside countdown at HRH brings deejays, live band and other exciting activities. Party with friends from 7pm at RM99 nett.
Bayview Hotel, George Town
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