Cover The mouth-watering charcoal grilled Wagyu striploin
The mouth-watering charcoal grilled Wagyu striploin
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The revamped Skillet KL marries European tradition with Malaysian soul
Skillet KL’s evolution is more than just a change in address—it signals a refreshed creative energy and a bold culinary direction rooted in innovation. With a sleek, elevated space at Menara Hap Seng 3, the restaurant reasserts its place among Kuala Lumpur’s most forward-thinking kitchens. Seamlessly blending fine-dining sophistication with a playful approach to flavours, textures, and presentation, Skillet invites guests to experience modern European cuisine that is as emotionally resonant as it is technically precise. Each visit offers something new to discover, driven by the seasons, powered by imagination.
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Dishes here are driven by the seasons, allowing Skillet to continually evolve and deliver boundary-pushing cuisine. Guests will first notice the restaurant’s season-driven philosophy when walking into the main dining room, through a corridor dominated by a dried floral arrangement that is reworked to reflect the botanicals of every season.
Above Autumn on a plate: aged Cherry Valley duck
Above The final flourish
Autumn on a plate: aged Cherry Valley duck
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Challenging expectations while respecting tradition guides the menu here. The most recent incarnation of its degustation menu—the Autumn/Winter 2024—demonstrates this with a dry-aged Cherry Valley duck main. Sourcing its star protein from Butterworth, the restaurant then subjects it to a meticulous ageing process before pairing it with a celeriac pave and wine jus.
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Local seafood receives equally soulful and refined treatment. Clams are marinated in rice wine and served alongside buttery brioche, butternut squash puree, and pickled bunga kantan to add a distinctly Malaysian accent. The cannoli amuse bouche offers another surprise, replacing the traditional pastry shell with seaweed and filling it with Hokkaido scallop tartare before finishing it with roselle jelly.
Above In truffle haven
Above A new space, a new energy—Skillet’s refreshed interiors pair modern elegance with familiar warmth
In truffle haven
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Above Start your evening at the bar—a cosy space to sip and settle in before your Skillet experience begins
Start your evening at the bar—a cosy space to sip and settle in before your Skillet experience begins
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Fine wine is in no shortage here either, with Skillet’s new space housing an exceptional wine cellar alongside a dedicated lounge space where diners can sip on pre or post-dinner drinks. The bar programme deserves its own mention, playing host to a tipple inspired by classic Italian caprese salads. Combining vodka and vermouth with clarified tomato and basil cordial, the cocktail then comes together with a splash of white balsamic vinegar and lime juice.
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Images: Skillet
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Raisa, our Dining Writer, grew up in a multicultural household where food was more than just a meal—it was a way of expressing love. With Malay, Chinese, and Indian heritage, she was constantly surrounded by diverse flavors, home-cooked feasts, and the joy of sharing meals with family.
Her passion for food deepened during her studies in the UK, where she experienced vastly different dining cultures. A firm believer in the power of food to tell stories, she loves traveling, experimenting with local dishes, and uncovering hidden gems to share with others.
When she’s not writing about food, she’s likely munching on chips, chocolates, or whatever snack is within reach.
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Raisa covers all things food and drink, from emerging dining trends to timeless culinary traditions. She enjoys spotlighting new talent, discovering innovative menus, and sharing the best of the local dining scene with the world.
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