Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur Presents Sajian Istimewa Offerings – 2026
Kuala Lumpur, 26 January 2026 – As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur invites guests to come together and celebrate the season with Sajian Istimewa offerings, from a curated collection of heritage dining experiences to festive giftings. Thoughtfully crafted by the hotel chefs and certified by the National Heritage Department of Malaysia, the buffet celebrates iconic heritage dishes and staple favourites traditionally enjoyed during the season of reflection and unity.
For those planning larger gatherings, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur presents a bespoke Buka Puasa and Raya Open House experience. Ideal for family reunions, corporate events, or festive get-togethers, the offering features a lavish spread of authentic Malaysian cuisine alongside international favourites, served in an elegant and inviting setting. Guests can expect the hotel’s signature hospitality and meticulous event planning, ensuring each moment is imbued with warmth, connection, and festive cheer.
Packages are available from RM320++ per person for both the Buka Puasa Buffet Menu and the Raya Open House Buffet Menu. Each celebration is thoughtfully curated, including traditional delicacies, dedicated event planning support, and bespoke décor arrangements upon request, providing a truly memorable Raya occasion for family, friends, or colleagues. For further enquiries, email events.kualalumpur@shangri-la.com or call +603 2032 2388.
Sajian Istimewa Dinner Buffet at Lemon Garden
At the heart of Sajian Istimewa is Lemon Garden’s signature dinner buffet, available from 18 February to 20 March 2026. Throughout the season, Lemon Garden’s outdoor area is transformed into a lively warung-style bazaar, echoing the sights, aromas, and convivial spirit of traditional food markets. Flickering charcoal fires, sizzling grills, and the scent of freshly fried snacks create an inviting setting where guests can wander between live cooking stations and rediscover familiar flavours during the fasting month.
The experience is anchored by beloved Ramadan favourites at Warung Goreng-Goreng, where golden fritters are fried to order. Guests can indulge in crisp goreng pisang, ubi keledek, keladi, sukun, and fragrant goreng cempedak, alongside comforting street-style bites such as cekodok, cucur jagung, and cucur kelapa.
At Warung Kuih Cara, traditional Malaysian charcoal-baked cakes made with pandan and coconut milk are prepared fresh, offering sweet variations filled with gula Melaka or dates, as well as savoury kuih cara kambing berempah, generously topped with spiced lamb.
Complementing the bustling bazaar, the buffet menu rotates throughout the season and presents a carefully curated selection of heritage dishes, prepared by certified heritage cuisine chefs led by Malay specialty chef, Mohammad Safril. Among the highlights is ayam golek istana, a regal dish from the royal kitchens of Kedah. Marinated in ten fragrant spices including coriander, fennel seeds, chilli, and shallots, the chicken is slow-grilled until tender and aromatic, with layers of spice unfolding in every bite.
Guests can also savour udang masak tempoyak Sarawak, featuring succulent tiger prawns lightly fried with lemongrass before being sautéed in a bold, tangy blend of chilli, shallots, garlic, and fermented durian. Sambal taun jangek offers a rare taste of tradition, featuring cow skin slow-cooked until meltingly tender in a deeply spiced coconut gravy, delivering rich, comforting flavours seldom encountered today.
Other specialities include pekasam daging, beef preserved using an age-old bamboo fermentation method and gently cooked with spices and freshly pressed coconut milk, evoking nostalgic, time-honoured flavours. Tunjang gulai features beef tendon slow-simmered in a mild turmeric gravy, resulting in a luxuriously smooth texture and satisfying depth. Completing the heritage selection is keli salai masak lemak cili padi bersama belimbing buluh, a proud Negeri Sembilan signature where smoked catfish is enveloped in a fragrant coconut gravy, lifted by the gentle heat of chilli padi and the refreshing tang of belimbing buluh.
Other festive staples complete the experience, including ketupat, lemang served with a variety of fragrant serunding (spiced meat floss), and classic desserts such as ais kacang, chendol, and pengat pisang, ensuring a satisfying and complete dining experience.
Guests can also enjoy kambing panggang golek berempah, a traditional Malay-style whole roasted lamb marinated with aromatic spices and slow-roasted on a rotating spit until tender with a crisp, fragrant exterior. Accompanying this is nasi minyak hujan panas, a rich, buttery ghee rice infused with fragrant spices, served piping hot and perfectly paired with festive meats and curries. Through Sajian Istimewa, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur invites guests to savour the essence of Malay heritage, with every dish prepared with authenticity, care, and respect for tradition.
Complementing the heritage-rich offerings, Lemon Garden also presents an extensive selection of international cuisines, allowing guests to enjoy the best of both worlds. The western theatre kitchen features artisanal cheeses, an interactive pasta station, and freshly baked wood-fired pizzas. At the seafood station, guests can indulge in a premium spread of lobsters, crabs, prawns, sushi, and sashimi, while the Asian theatre kitchen showcases hot tandoori specialities, handcrafted dim sum, and freshly prepared noodles.
To conclude the dining journey, the dessert pavilion offers an indulgent array of sweet creations, from classic favourites to elegant confections, providing a delightful finale to an evening of generous flavours and heartfelt hospitality.
Sajian Istimewa Buffet
Operation hours: 7.00pm to 10.00pm
Price
Monday – Thursday: RM270 nett per person
Friday – Sunday: RM318 nett per person
True to its philosophy of freshness and sustainability, Lemon Garden’s cuisine is inspired by nature and locally sourced produce. Herbs, spices, and ingredients are carefully selected to showcase Malaysia’s rich agricultural heritage, ensuring each dish is vibrant, aromatic, and wholesome. By embracing natural flavours and traditional preparation methods, the dining experience not only celebrates heritage but also nurtures a connection to the land and its bounty, enhancing every bite with authenticity and tradition.
Enjoy an early bird special of 15% off from 6 January until 17 February 2026 when you purchase dining tickets on Shangri-La Boutique at https://boutique.shangri-la.com/index.php?region=mykl. For reservations and enquiries, please contact +603 2786 2378 or email dining.KL@shangri-la.com.
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Sajian Idaman at the Garden Room
This year, Sajian Idaman at the Garden Room provides a serene dining experience overlooking the hotel’s lush gardens, offering an additional space for breaking fast. Available from 18 February to 20 March 2026 at RM220 per person, the Garden Room is perfect for families, friends, and small gatherings seeking a festive breaking fast.
The buffet presents a celebration of Malay heritage flavours, from fresh salads and traditional ulam-ulaman to slow-cooked curries, grilled meats, and seasonal seafood. Guests can also enjoy a selection of festive desserts, including traditional Malay and Nyonya kuih, cakes, pastries, and interactive dessert stations such as cendol, ABC, and a chocolate fountain.
Combining the verdant garden backdrop with the aromas and tastes of the season, the Garden Room offers a refined yet convivial space, perfect for families, friends, or small gatherings seeking a relaxed and memorable festive dining experience.
Shangri-La Circle members can enjoy an exclusive 10% discount (T&Cs apply). For reservations and enquiries, please contact +603 2786 2378 or email dining.KL@shangri-la.com.
Lemon Garden 2Go – Sajian Istimewa Gifting Collection
From 18 February to 31 March 2026, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur invites guests to bring the spirit of Sajian Istimewa into their homes with a thoughtfully curated gifting collection. This year’s offerings are elegantly presented in packaging inspired by Malay artistry, featuring intricate Middle Eastern motifs in regal shades of green and gold. Green represents renewal, growth, and the spirit of togetherness during the holy month, while gold signifies prosperity, celebration, and the warmth of festive gatherings. The combination reflects the richness of Malay heritage and the joyous elegance of Raya, making each gift both visually striking and meaningful.
The collection includes an exquisite selection of handcrafted delicacies that blend heritage flavours with festive confections. Sweet treats range from charcoal-baked pandan and coconut cakes lightly sweetened with gula Melaka or dates, handcrafted chocolate-coated Medjool dates, marzipan-stuffed dried fruits, and traditional festive cookies to rich pralines, priced from RM68 nett. The Hari Raya Designer Cake (5kg), covered in vibrant yellow fondant with ketupat-inspired decorations, delicate floral accents, and a central festive greeting, makes a stunning centrepiece for Raya gatherings or a thoughtful gift.
Thoughtfully assembled gift sets and premium hampers—including Salam Lebaran Gift Set, Aidilfitri Delight, Raya Delight, Aidilfitri Golden, and Aidilfitri Luxe—offer a curated selection of sweet and savoury festive favourites. Guests can enjoy traditional treats such as dodol in gula Melaka, pandan, and durian flavours, as well as batang buruk, honouring tradition while delivering a delightful balance of flavours. Gift set prices start from RM178 nett.
Roast Delicacies
Available for takeaway or delivery, the roast selection brings festive flavours to the comfort of home or serves as thoughtful gifts for family, friends, or colleagues. Options include kambing panggang berempah, a whole roasted lamb marinated in a fragrant spice blend and slow-cooked to tender perfection, and a Malaysian-style whole roasted chicken infused with herbs and spices.
Equally indulgent is lemang, glutinous rice slowly cooked in bamboo and served with either rendang or spiced meat floss, offering a delicate balance of savoury richness and aromatic warmth. Together, these staples celebrate Malay culinary heritage and the artistry behind each dish.
Perfect for sharing or gifting, the LG2Go collection brings warmth, togetherness, and the timeless flavours of Malay heritage to every Raya celebration.
Enjoy an Early Bird Exclusive of 15% off Sajian Istimewa retail items from now until 17 February 2026. Exclusively for Shangri-La Circle members, enjoy 10% savings on the Sajian Istimewa collection with promo code SLCRAYA10 on Shangri-La Boutique at https://boutique.shangri-la.com/index.php?region=mykl from 18 February to 31 March 2026.
For reservations and enquiries, please contact +603 2786 2378 or email festive.KL@shangri-la.com.
Cultural Performance
To mark the holy month, the Main Lobby comes alive with the gentle rhythms of traditional music, creating a calm and reflective atmosphere for guests. The Ghazal Quartet will perform from 19 February to 19 March, with Calempung performances on 6, 7, 13, and 14 March 2026 from 6pm to 8pm.
Ghazal is a traditional musical form influenced by Middle Eastern and South Asian music, with strong roots in Johor. Celempung is a traditional Malay percussion music performance originating from Negeri Sembilan, featuring a set of small, tuned gongs arranged on wooden frames and played rhythmically with mallets, offering a distinctive yet soothing cultural experience throughout the festive period.
In collaboration with Malaysia Design Development Centre, Warisan Lestari—an initiative by Yayasan Hasanah dedicated to advancing Malaysia’s heritage arts—will be showcased at the Main Lobby from 5 to 18 March 2026. This special pop-up celebrates Malaysia’s rich artistic legacy.
