#DineWithChef2025: Nostalgia Reimagined at Grand Hyatt KL

By Editorial Team

Get ready, food lovers — May 2025 is shaping up to be the most delicious month of the year! Hyatt Hotels Kuala Lumpur is once again turning up the heat with the return of its much-anticipated dining extravaganza, #DineWithChef2025. This month-long culinary takeover is all about "Newstalgia" — where the comforting tastes of yesteryear meet bold, modern innovation in a spectacular celebration of flavour and creativity.



From intimate chef’s tables to theatrical afternoon teas, this immersive gastronomic series brings together top culinary talents from Hyatt properties across the region — plus some international stars — to reimagine childhood classics, heritage recipes, and global cuisines in fresh, exciting ways. Think edible storytelling, elevated street food, and luxurious cross-cultural mashups that will ignite your taste buds and tug at your heartstrings.

Save the Dates – Here’s What’s Cooking This May
To help you make the most of this mouth-watering month, we’ve broken down the key events by date and flavour:

🌸 1 – 4 May: The Spirit of Poland | THIRTY8

Honouring Polish heritage with Michelin-starred finesse, three master chefs will serve authentic dishes and pastries, including the famed St. Martin’s Croissant during the St. Martin’s Afternoon Tea (3–4 May, MYR 158 nett).

🌸 11 May: Mother’s Day Brunch | THIRTY8 & IL Forno

Celebrate mum with heartwarming dishes and signature cocktails across two beautiful locations — Grand Hyatt (MYR 248 nett) and Hyatt Centric (MYR 198+).

🍛 12 – 16 May: TanBuri Set Lunch | Hyatt Centric

Tandoori meets donburi in this delightful East-meets-South lunch set at just MYR 40+.

👩‍🍳 14 – 17 May: Peranakan with Florence Tan | JPteres

The queen of Nyonya cuisine brings tradition to the table with a lunch buffet (MYR 128 nett) and Gerai session (17 May, MYR 158 nett).

🎨 16 – 18 May: ARTÉnoon Tea | THIRTY8

Chef Ali Saleh joins forces with Chef Kang to craft a visually stunning, Asian-inspired afternoon tea. Weekdays MYR 128 nett, weekends MYR 158 nett.

🌶 19 – 23 May: Indian Lunch Buffet with Chef Ramu & Tea Thambi | JPteres

Flavour-packed, family-friendly buffet celebrating Tamil Nadu — Adults MYR 128 nett, Kids MYR 64 nett.

🌏 22 – 24 May: Firangi Superstar Experience | THIRTY8

Chef Raj Kumar reinvents Indian cuisine with an avant-garde à la carte menu inspired by the soul of Singapore.

🥢 29 – 31 May: Nyonya Su Pei’s Private Dining | JPteres

Enjoy a private dinner for two (MYR 248 nett) or a Gerai session (31 May, MYR 158 nett) with this homegrown culinary gem.

🍸 29 – 30 May: WAX ON Berlin Mixology Guest Shift | @21 Rooftop Bar

Berlin’s legendary mixologist Sam Orrock brings the party, joined by Hyatt’s top bartenders. Cocktail flights from MYR 108+.

Ongoing Weekly Highlights You’ll Love:

• Every Fri & Sat | Sake, Uni & Caviar Tasting | Level 5 – MYR 688 nett
• Every Fri & Sat | Fun & Flames BBQ | POOLHOUSE – MYR 128 nett
• Thurs – Sun | Le Petit Chef 3D Dining Show | Grand Residence – from MYR 248 nett

With flavours to excite every palate and stories woven into every plate, #DineWithChef2025 isn’t just a feast — it’s a journey through taste, memory, and imagination. Tables are filling fast, so don’t miss out!

To reserve your spot, visit Grand Hyatt KL’s dining page or reach out via WhatsApp at +60 12 621 9869.