Chakri Palace @ Pavillion KL, Bukit Bintang.

After numerous sessions lately sailing through Japanese gastronomy, this round pit stop has brought us back to the Pan-Asian radar, Royal Thai Cuisine at Chakri Palace, located imperially at Pavillion Kuala Lumpur.

Sawadikka………….. 

This is the second outlet under the umbrella of Chakri Group of Restaurants and Rotol Food Chain (M) Sdn. Bhd., following the successful flagship store at KLCC in 1999. In conjunction with this inaugural media launch, DineOut has extended the exclusive invitation to several bloggers and media acquaintance, to be part of this bon vivant fête, along with the management board; Dato Gary Chua, Ms Caleen Chua and also Marx Chua, as well as the rest of its distinguished guests.

The elegant Ms Caleen Chua giving the opening speech on behalf of Chakri Group of Restaurants.

Guess who did we bump into in between? It’s the sleek Daniel Lee, from Malaysian Idol Champion Season 2, who is very congenial and amicable.

Me, Daniel and lovely Fana. 

 There are also prominent figures like local distinguished fashion designer, Carven Ong, Adrian Loh, health advocate, Wong Yu Jin and many more. But of course, we think it’s better to give them some privacy at this marvelous night :) 

This highly touted restaurant as the pioneer of Royal Thai Cuisine in Malaysia, prides itself on using only the freshest ingredients, organic produce, without any MSG usage, cholesterol oil, artificial food colorings or preservatives. The array of authentic Thai cuisine is specially prepared by award-winning chefs, thus ensuring diners a flawless epicurean dining experience. 

Amuse-bouche couple with wines as the prelude to the eventful night.

Invitees are later treated to a sumptuous spread of buffet feast. Among the main courses that whet our palate are Pineapple Fried Rice, Green Curry, Pandan Chicken, Seafood Tom Yam, Chicken Feet Salad, Deep Fried Garoupa with Samrod Sauce, Japanese Bean Curd with Basil Leaves and many more.

Pineapple Fried Rice

Fragrant pineapple fried rice served with shrimp or vegetarian. One thing that captivates me is the sapidness from the fried rice where each grain is thoroughly flavoured with varieties of awesome ingredients like raisin, cashew nuts, mixed beans and many more. A simple voluptuous treat indeed!

Traditional Pandan Chicken

Chicken marinated with Thai spices and wrapped in fragrant Pandan leaves (screwpine).

Green Curry

Chicken Feet Salad

The affable chef is seen patiently preparing my dish of this appetizing Thai salad. Just be cautioned, it could be tad spicy that leads to a teary-eyed me, lol.

Nevertheless, I love the generous helpings on the fragrant leaves.

Deep Fried Garoupa with Samrod Sauce

Japanese Bean Curd with Basil Leaves

  

Tom Yam Soup

This tangy yet appetizing broth could be specially catered to your taste, where you could opt to have it with noodles, either mild, medium, spicy or non-spicy soup. Such a thoughtful recipe especially those who has a balmy tolerance to spicy food :) 

In between, guests are showcased with a Food Presentation and Introduction by Chef Nopporn Nutto.

Signature Kadok Leaves Roll (Mieang Kam)

Thai traditional kadok leaves rolled together with peanut, baked coconut shreds, cili padi (bird’s eye chilli), shallots, lime, ginger, sun-dried shrimps and piper sarmentosum leaves served with Chakri special shrimp sauce. 

Signature Catfish Mango Salad (Yam Pla Duk Foo)

A country Thai-style mango salad served with minced crispy catfish.

Chakri Tom Yam King Prawn (Tom Yam Gung Mae Num)

Chakri’s rendition of the famous sour and spicy lemongrass with King Prawn and seafood, served in Clear (Bangkok style) or Red (Southern Thai Style) soup base.

Chakri Roasted Duck with Coffee Sauce (Pheb Ob Karfe)

Roasted Duck served with Thai traditional coffee sauce, where the relish is specially created by their award-wining chef.

Famous Deep Fried Garoupa

As for the dessert selection, we have the quintessential Red Ruby Dessert, Cendol, Tako, Thai Jelly, Steam Banana and Steamed Tapioca.

Chakri Red Ruby Water Chestnut (Ai Tim Tab Tim Krob)

Best seller dessert, homemade red ruby water chestnut, sago, jackfruit and vanilla ice cream served with icy coconut milk.

Always love the pinkish hue of this milky dessert! 

Tako

A type of coconut jelly.

Thai Jelly

For a second, it reminds me of our local delicacy “Tepung Pelita”, but it actually differs in the slight saltier taste on the coconut layer with the lower green jelly which is added with water chestnut, giving it a more crisp texture.

Steam Banana and Tapioca

Woah, found one delectable dessert that is close to our heart. Sharing similar resemblance with our local “Pengat Pisang”, this fare still presents you with decently steamed banana and tapioca.

The steamed banana is to be added with the accompanying coconut milk, giving it some slight briny taste but I enjoy it still :)

As for the tapioca, I would say the chef has done a great job in showcasing us perfectly steamed tapioca dessert. It exhibits a soft yet delightfully starchy texture amidst the mild sweetness that comes along. Thumbs up!

Drinks to clear the throat, you have a choice of Chakri Fruit Punch or in house selected wines.

Food Punch

Red and White Wine

You can even have a tropical choice over here too; Fresh Coconut Drink! Ahh….such a bliss! 

The night is later heightened up with the Fruit Carving Showcase by Award Winning Carver by Chef Lamprai Phanphakdee, who never fails to astonish us with her impressive carving skills.

Some of her astounding masterpieces.

There is also a cordial competition pertaining to this delicate skill opens up to the floor, which I do chip in for the unique experience per se. You see, not often do we get to have this culinary opportunity, under the guidance of a profound chef.

Though most of the time we are quite flabbergasted admiring the effortless carving on the watermelon by Chef Lamprai, we still manage to execute our tasks in good order I suppose? ^_^

Below are our handworks, under the great guidance of Chef Lamprai.  Looking not bad after all huh? At least none of us has our fingers injured during this maiden endeavor, kudos! :)

The work of novice; are you already guessing which one is mine? ^_^

Thanks to the chirpy blogger, Fana, who encouraged me in this friendly match so called, and also the memorable photographs with the group.

As a token of appreciation, participant is presented with a certificate with a MYR 50 voucher intact. Guess we are all winners;-  instant potential virtuoso? :)  

Many thanks to CK from DineOut and Chakri Palace for the sensuous refined enjoyment. For you guys who are already anticipating a zesty and authentic Thai fare, feel free to drop by at their website to find out more or even make an online reservation. Am sure the crew on board would be more glad than happy to assist you. Korb kun ka!

 Chakri Palace’s swank and comfy environment make it an ideal venue for corporate luncheons, private events or casual dinners, For more info, please click here.

Till then, hope you guys has enjoyed the sharing visually as well as personally soon.

Cheers!

Location:

Chakri Palace (Pavilion) KUALA LUMPUR
Lot C4.06.01, Level 4, Connection Pavilion Shopping Centre, 168, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Contact: 03- 2143 1141

Operations: Daily 12pm -11pm 

                     (Last order 1045pm)