For those who believe Christmas is best celebrated with generous cuts of meat, comforting roasts and indulgent desserts, Sunway Putra Hotel delivers a festive experience designed to delight the most devoted carnivores. This year, the hotel presents The Festive Carvery — a lavish, meat-forward celebration that transforms year-end dining into a theatrical and deeply satisfying affair.
Hosted at Kopi Haus, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, the festive spread immediately signals that this is no ordinary Christmas buffet. From the moment guests step in, the atmosphere feels celebratory, abundant and unmistakably festive — a setting worthy of the grand feast that follows.
A Carvery Crafted with Expertise
Designed by Executive Sous Chef Ricky Madhavan, the Festive Carvery centres around an impressive selection of holiday roasts, each paired with thoughtful sauces and classic accompaniments. It is a menu built with confidence, celebrating bold flavours and generous portions.
The traditional Roasted Turkey, served with fruity bread stuffing, anchors the experience. Moist and flavourful, it is best enjoyed with either giblet gravy or cranberry sauce. Standing proudly alongside it is the inventive Taliwang Turkey, a creative fusion inspired by Indonesia’s iconic Ayam Taliwang. Infused with spicy, savoury seasoning, this version offers a bold alternative — one that many may find even more compelling than the classic.
Other highlights at the carving station include Highland Tasmania Aussie Roasted BBQ Beef Ribs, Slow-Roasted Leg of Lamb with Agrumato and Andalusian spices, Crispy Roasted Whole Duck with rustic herbs and pearl liliaceae jus, and a beautifully executed Beef Wellington with mustard and herb-roasted portobello sauce. Seafood lovers are not forgotten, with Roasted Salmon finished with Mediterranean herbs and spices adding balance to the spread.
A standout accompaniment is the Honey-Glazed Baby Bombay Shallot Sauce, whose gentle sweetness pairs especially well with the leg of lamb. Other sauces — from Taliwang and percik to mint, black pepper, cranberry and limoncello butter — allow diners to customise each bite to their preference.
Cold Cuts, Seafood and Global Flavours
Complementing the carvery is an array of refined cold cuts and appetisers, including smoked duck breast, beef pastrami, charcuterie skewers, and an assortment of elegant canapés. A comprehensive salad bar offers both freshness and variety, with options such as prawn, mango and avocado salad, Waldorf salad with fresh grapes, Greek salad, and a classic Caesar station.
The chilled seafood selection adds further indulgence, featuring slipper lobsters, oysters, clams, blue crabs, green mussels, squid, scallops and prawns, all served with appropriate sauces and condiments.
Hot Mains and Comfort Classics
The hot buffet line reflects a wide culinary reach, blending Asian and Western influences. Highlights include Beef Rendang Tok with toasted coconut, Sweet and Sour Stingray Stew with okra and aubergine, Kung Pao Chicken with cashew nuts, Slipper Lobster Thermidor with salmon caviar, Butterfish fillet with limoncello dill butter, and Green Mussels in creamy butter curry.
Comfort takes centre stage at the live stations, where guests can enjoy freshly prepared pasta with customised sauces. Warmth comes in the form of two highly recommended soups — Honey Roasted Pumpkin Soup with miso foam and Maryland Crab Soup with prawn and scallop dumplings.
Adding an unexpected touch of indulgence is the cheese fondue station, complete with a variety of dippers ranging from bread and vegetables to seafood and meats — a crowd favourite that invites playful interaction.
A Dessert Wonderland
The festive experience concludes with a dessert spread that is nothing short of spectacular. Guests are treated to a colourful array of Christmas confections, including Black Forest Yule Log, Christmas fruit cake, Stollen, Classic tiramisu, Christmas pudding with custard sauce, poached pears with vanilla and cinnamon, and an impressive variety of mousse cakes, tartlets, cheesecakes and brownies.
Crowd-pleasers such as pavlova with fresh fruits, macaron towers, gingerbread houses, chocolate fondue, ice cream with toppings, and festive beverages ensure a sweet finale for all ages.
Beyond the Buffet
In addition to the Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner, Sunway Putra Hotel also offers Festive Buffet Hi-Tea on selected dates. Diners are automatically entered into a lucky draw, with prizes including hotel stays and hi-tea vouchers — adding an element of excitement beyond the plate.
Festivities extend beyond Kopi Haus, with Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve countdown parties at Atrium Lounge, featuring energetic Retro, Hip-Hop and R&B sets by DJ Rain, ensuring the celebrations continue well into the night.
Festive Dining Details
• Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner – 24 December
RM169 nett per person
• Festive Buffet Hi-Tea – 25, 27 & 28 December
RM129 nett per person
Early bird discounts are available for bookings made by 10 December 2025, making advance reservations highly recommended.
A Feast Worth Gathering For
With its ambitious carvery, diverse global flavours and festive entertainment, Sunway Putra Hotel’s Festive Carvery offers a Christmas celebration that feels abundant, joyful and unapologetically indulgent. It is a dining experience crafted for those who appreciate hearty flavours, generous spreads and the pleasure of celebrating the season in grand style — a true feast for both the palate and the festive spirit.