Concorde Hotel: Warung Nasi Padang Ibunda

In conjunction witht 2013 upcoming Ramadhan / fasting month, Concorde Hotel invited Ibu Dewi, Nia and Nahendra to unveil mom recipes at Concorde's 'Warung Nasi Padang Ibunda' food promotion at Melting Pot Cafe and Concorde Ballroom on July 10 - August 7, 2013

The Padang food beg to differ from other variety of choice when it comes to fasting month and Padang food is also popular in neighbouring Malaysia and Singapore, famous for its rich taste of succulent coconut milk and spicy chili. Padang foods are closely similar to Malay cuisine and the distinct lies between the cooking method / preparation and though some minor ingredient may be added while preparing Padang food, it actually boost up the flavor and/or aroma of that dish.

The ballroom and its surrounding area was heavily decorated with Rumah Gadang (Minangkabau: 'Big House') both on the stage as well as a backdrop area. The overall ambiance is rather classy yet soaked with the traditional feel that define the theme. Among the signature Padang dishes are

• Soto Padang,
• Rendang Ayam / Daging Minang
• Ayam Goreng Rempah
• Ayam Gulai Pop
• Gulai Perut Lembu
• Gulai Ikan Goreng Lado Hijau
• Kelio Ayam Nangka
• Urat Kaki Lembu
• Ayam Gulai Pop
• Gulai Perut Lembu
• Gulai Kambing
• Sotong Tusuk
• Sambal Lado Jariang
• Terung Balado

Urat Kaki Lembu

Udang Gulai Paku

Keliu Ayam Nangka

Rendang Daging

Terung Balado

As for desserts, the highlight were Godok Batinta, Serabi, Sala Lauak, Cenil among other variety. Along with Nasi Padang, there were also local and international cuisine to go along with along the buffet spread. Dishes like roasted whole lamb, Mee Rebus Johor, Ikan Panggang Berempah, YOng Tau Foo and many more. 

The type of sauces

Chicken Satay

Beef Satay

Peanut sauce to go along with Satay

Sideline of cucumber, sambal, rice, and onion

Assorted Yong Tou Foo

Mee Rebus Johor Station

Popiah Basah

Ikan Pagang Berempah

Chinese Cuisine Area

Malay Cuisine Area

Ikan Goreng Ladu Hijau

Ayam Redang Minang

Paru Dendeng

Udang Keliu

Gulai Lomak Cili Padi

Soto Padang

Ayam Goreng Berempah

Salad & Cold Dish Area

Summer Roll

Smoked Duck Breast with Mango and Asparagus

Roast Beef and Spinach Salad with Horseradish Cream

Crab Salad with Green Mango

Shrimp and Rice Noodle Salad

Roasted Tomato and Pasta

Tandoori Spiced Chicken Galantine

Grilled Tofu with Broccoli and Sesame Dressing

Roasted Cherry Tomato and Chicken

Thai Seafood Salad

Calamari Salad with Salsa Verde

Seared Tuna with White Bean

Dessert Area

In general most of the dishes here were good and unique in its way be it aromatically or taste wise. However not every food I tried memorable. Personally I think the Mee Rebus Johor did surprise me in an unexpected manner. The thick and sweet 'kuah' make an impact upon my first sip and it was satisfaction thereafter with the classical ingredient to go with.

While most of the dish may look hot and spicy they aren't. In fact the only dish that actually burn my mouth was 'Ayam Merah' with a strong flavor to it. Most of the chicken were pretty dry and the one dish that is especially noticeable would be 'Ayam Goreng Berempah' as it doesn't have any gravy to go along with. What I enjoy most about this Ramadhan Buffet is definitely the mixture of several cuisine that would attract diner with all sort of preference. Though the Chinese Cuisine doesn't have much to shout about, the fresh seafood was definitely a pleasure. I couldn't resist the colorful dessert that is not only eye catchy but also deliciously good. They weren't overly sweet and is just nice as it should. I especially love their chocolate based dessert with a little bitter to it.  Beside traditional drink like coffee, teh tarik, and sirap bandung, they do serves sugar cane and soya bean too.

Location

2 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 

50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Contact

Tel: 2144 2200 ext 2337 (Melting Pot)

Email: fbkl@concorde.net 

Pricing

Melting Pot Café $108.00++ 

Concorde Ballroom $90.00++ (early bird special) and $114.00++ (normal price)

15% discount for Alliance Bank, CIMB, Citibank, Hong Leong, Maybank, Public Bank and RHB cardmembers