De.Wan 1958, more affectionately known as “Chef Wan’s Restaurant” is truly a Malaysian enterprise. While Malay cuisine remains its mainstay, it also showcases celebratory dishes during the major festivals, reflecting the Muhibbah culture of Malaysia.
We visited the restaurant in Bangsar Shopping Centre recently to check out their special set menus prepared for the coming Chinese New Year.
Upon entering, one cannot help but be impressed by the gorgeous interior design. The visual masterpieces of the dining hall and private rooms are inspired by British colonial heritage elements and it never fails to take my breath away. The vibrant colors of lush flora and fauna provide a feast for the eyes even before the menu is opened.
There are 3 festive Set Menus “Feasts for Prosperity & Happiness” ranging from RM1,288++ to RM1,988++ for 9-10 pax. The sets comprise of a “Prosperity Toss” as starter, followed by 5 main courses accompanied by 2 types of rice and ending with 2 -3 desserts.
Starter 开运前菜
Golden Jade Prosperity Toss 金玉满堂喜捞生
Crisp Snow Pear, Golden Sauces and Vibrant Veggies for cascading fortune.
This Yee Sang is indeed unique as it features fresh fruits and vegetables with some Malay/Indonesian touches in the form of crisp tempe and quail eggs. 3 types of sauces were served, one of which was a fragrant peanutty concoction, similar to a Gado-gado sauce. Everything blends well, giving this Yee Sang a refreshing Malaysian tapestry.
Main Courses 主膳
Five Blessings Steamed Fish 五湖四海蒸鲜味
Steamed siakap topped with chili padi, lemongrass, ginger, and tomato for harmony and prosperity.
Signature Green Lamb Opor 招牌青香料炖羊肉 House-style lamb slow-braised in an aromatic green opor coconut gravy.
Auspicious Jumbo Sotong 鸿运金黄咖喱鱿
Jumbo sotong gently simmered in an aromatic coconut gravy, rich with coastal spices and depth of flavour.
Golden Orange Treasure Chicken 金橙聚宝鸡 Ayam glazed in orange-butter sauce for prosperity and family unity.
Four Treasures Belacan King Vegetables 四大天王虾酱蔬 Wok-fried vegetables with aromatic belacan for bold umami and prosperity.
The 5 main courses showcase the typical culinary finesse of food served in Chef Wan’s restaurants. The dishes are very Malaysian with a rich mix of spicy, sweetish and tangy flavours. The Golden Orange Treasure Chicken and Four Treasures Belacan King Vegetables are more “Chinese-inspired” in line with the festive sentiments.
The flavourful main courses definitely need to be eaten with rice (we are Malaysians!) and 2 types of colorful rice are presented, with unlimited refills.
Rice 主食
Nasi Bunga Telang 蓝宝吉祥饭
Butterfly pea rice with jade-like grains for wisdom and fortune.
Nasi Pandan Delima 红宝石榴饭
Ruby-red rice with beetroot and pomegranate for wealth and vitality.
Desserts 甜品
Tropical Jewels of Longevity 长寿迎春鲜果盘 Sun-ripened tropical fruits for health and a sweet new year.
Gula Melaka Sago Pearls 椰糖金珠西米露 Sweet sago with palm sugar for sweetness and prosperity.
To accompany the meal, we like the 2 specially-concocted refreshing lychee-based drinks. Both the Jade Lychee Sparkle and Imperial Lychee Sparkle are at RM15++ per glass.
Jade Lychee Sparkle 玉荔气泡饮品
Refreshing lychee with watermelon and lime, delicately infused with mint and pandan, finished with soda and adorned with an edible blossom and hanging lychee
— a light, auspicious sip to welcome the New Year.
Imperial Lychee Sparkle 御荔气泡饮品
Vibrant lychee layered with grenadine, lime and mint, brightened with fresh orange pulp and soda, finished with dried orange, pomegranate and an edible blossom
— a festive toast to prosperity and abundance.
The Festive Set Menus are available at the Bangsar Shopping Centre and The Linc outlets.
If you still have stomach space, do check out 2 of our favourite items at Chef Wan’s Restaurant – their signature Cucur Udang and Kerabu Paku Kerang! We never fail to order these whenever we dine there.
For more information & reservations, please contact the outlet managers for further assistance. Customer Service Hotline: +6010 2070 383
Bangsar Shopping Centre | F1 & F6, Level 1 | Bangsar Shopping Centre | 285 Jalan Maarof, Bangsar | 59000 Kuala Lumpur
The LINC | Lot 2-1, 2-2 & 2-3 | Level 2, The Linc | 360 Jalan Tun Razak | Taman U Thant | 50400 Kuala Lumpur