A wonderful lunch at The Great Chase Kuala Lumpur - a lovely experience of refined British dining, generously treated by our second son, Nik Muhammad Hussainy, to celebrate our 37th wedding anniversary.
Our choices were the Charred Seabass, Angus Sirloin cooked medium rare, and Beef Sunday Roast.
The Angus Sirloin was the highlight for me. Chef Taufik delivered precisely the medium-rare finish I had hoped for, a standard I have encountered at only a handful of restaurants and hotels in Kuala Lumpur. Served with roasted tomatoes, fries and Cafe de Paris butter, it was a satisfying example of a classic steak dish prepared with care and confidence.
My wife was feeling a little under the weather, but she thoroughly enjoyed the Charred Seabass. Accompanied by mussels, a creamy tarragon sauce, smashed new potatoes with dill and caper puffs, the dish offered an inviting combination of seafood, gentle herbal notes and contrasting textures. A thoughtfully composed plate that made her lunch enjoyable despite not feeling her best.
Hussainy thoroughly enjoyed his Beef Sunday Roast, a generous celebration of traditional British comfort food. The beef comes with gravy, roasted potatoes, spiced carrots and cauliflower, sage-and-onion stuffing, neeps puree, greens and the essential Yorkshire pudding. With such a varied selection of accompaniments, it is a complete meal that captures the warmth and abundance associated with a proper British roast.
It was also a pleasure meeting Mr Izzat, the co-owner (I think), a fine young gentleman who is also involved in the construction industry, particularly mechanical and electrical works. Our conversation ranged across several subjects, and I was impressed by his knowledge, maturity and thoughtful observations. His manner speaks well of his upbringing and, in some ways, reminded me of my eldest son.
The staff were warm, friendly and attentive. They even prepared a special dessert for my wife and me to share, complete with a “Happy Anniversary” decoration, a thoughtful gesture that made the occasion all the more memorable.
One of these days, I will return to try their famous Beef Wellington. There is already a good reason for another visit!
Excellent food, gracious hospitality and precious time with family. A five-star experience in my book.
Thank you, Hussainy, and thank you to Chef Taufik, Mr Izzat and the team at The Great Chase for making our celebration so special.