These include ayam percik Kelantan, where chicken is braised in aromatics like coconut milk, chillies, garlic and fenugreek seeds before it is grilled to a succulent char; rendang udang galah Perak or king prawns stewed in a thick gravy made from the likes of lemongrass, turmeric leaves and dried chillies; and laksa Johor served in a fish-based broth enriched with galangal, coconut cream, and mackerel fillet.
For good measure, Chef Wan is also serving his late grandmother’s kerabu meehoon Nonya, a rice vermicelli salad spiced with sambal belachan, fish sauce and tomatoes. Those are just the main courses. The buffet heaves with numerous other stations, including sushi, salads, local favourites and desserts.
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5. MUTIARA SEAFOOD
Take the opportunity to check out the Jumbo Group’s first halal-friendly seafood restaurant, Mutiara Seafood, that recently opened at Wisma Geylang Serai. This sprawling restaurant, spread over 4,560 sq ft, celebrates the familiar flavours of Singapore-style seafood that we know and love.