For 6 whole days since 15 November 2015, there’s an air of sheer indulgence at The InterContinental Kuala Lumpur’s dining outlets. The InterContinental Kuala Lumpur World Celebrity Chef Series 2015 continues with Tim Clark, an acclaimed Master Pastry Chef and Melbourne’s award-winning artisan chocolatier and patissier. This celebrity chocolatier has trained extensively in a 1-star Michelin restaurant before setting a blazing trail in pastry arts from international luxury cruise liners to being the youngest Executive Pastry Chef in Crowne Melbourne.
A few days ago I had a chance to meet Tim Clark at the Artisanal Afternoon Tea at IVIV (OneSixtyFive) Lounge & Bar of the hotel. I was totally enthralled by the chocolate art pieces created by this talented chocolatier on grand display at the lounge. The stunning centrepiece depicted a chocolate garden (all edible) flourishing with colourful exotic blooms, magic toadstools, pebbles, grains and foliage with incredibly life-like lines and textures.
“Creations can be amazing in both visuals and tastes”, proclaimed Tim Clark and how true that is. The Artisanal Afternoon Tea at IVIV featured fine teas from TWG as well. We had TWG’s Earl Grey, Moroccan Mint Tea and their Grand Jasmine Tea to go with these delectable items. On the trays were amazing creations by Tim Clark, in the likes of…
Strawberry Mascarpone Cake
Murray River Salted Caramel Macarons
Chocolate Pops with Freeze-dried Raspberries
Double Chocolate Cake
Strawberry Marshmallow Cubes
To balance up the repertoire, delicious savouries were also served…
Mille Feuille of Smoked Atlantic Salmon
Chick Pea Fritters Tahini with Coriander Mayonnaise
Mashed Avocado Open-face Sandwiches with Toasted Pine Nuts & Micro Cress
Chermoula Spiced Roast Duck Orange Marmalade Sandwiches
Eggplant Caviar & Marinated Lamb Ciabatta
The Artisanal Afternoon Tea is priced at RM160 nett per stand (for 2 pax) inclusive of Two Pots of Tea. It is available daily between 2.00pm – 5.00pm. There’s still a few more days to catch this!
Other Chocolatier Experiences by Tim Clark at The InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, until 20 November 2015 are:
The Great Indulgence with Wine Pairing (IVIV Lounge & Bar)
Lose yourselves in velvety smooth Rhubarb Creme Brûlée, Cocoa Fraise and others after dinner, paired with exquisite wines of white zinfandel, moscato, shiraz and moscato d’asti.
Daily between 7pm-12am, 4 pairings available:
RM42 nett for 1 pair of dessert & wine pairing
RM128 nett for 4 pairs of dessert & wine pairing
Prime Chocolatier Collection (IVIV Lounge & Bar)
Indulge on delectably crafted chocolate delights at the counter.
Daily 8am-9pm, RM8 nett per piece onwards
Edible Chocolate Garden (Serena Brasserie)
A beautiful and extensive spread of edible Chocolate Garden accompanying the plethora of international and local dishes on buffet with live-action stations.
Daily at RM148 nett per person
Master Cooking Class Session (Bentley’s Pub)
Available on 17 & 19 November 2015 from 11am-1pm
RM250 nett per person
Signature Dessert Selections (Tao Chinese Cuisine & Tatsu Japanese Cuisine
Available daily from 15 November till 20 November 2015 from RM28 nett
For reservations and more information, please call 03-2782-6000/6398
or email [email protected]
IVIV Lounge & Bar
The InterContinental Kuala Lumpur
165 Jalan Ampang
50450 Kuala Lumpur
Website: www.intercontinental-kl.com.my