Mother’s Day 2023: The ultimate guide to dining out

If your mum has a sweet tooth, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur will be serving a Mother’s Day afternoon tea set from May 11-20, 2023. The tea begins with savoury bites of salmon with caviar before moving on to sweeter options, from sago mango pudding to classic scones. 

Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, 11, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, +603 2032 2388

Fans of Plump rejoice—Tao’s glorious delights, typically only available at Plump, will be served at The Chow Kitchen & Bar for one afternoon only. Paired with savouries from the hotel, the sweet treats will be served as part of an afternoon tea set on May 14, 2023.

The Chow Kitchen & Bar, 1012, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Chow Kit, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, +603 2778 6688.

A delightful cherry-shaped entremet will be available at Marini’s on 57 this Mother’s Day. Soak in the restaurant’s unbeatable views while enjoying the dessert, which combines chocolate mousse with cherry compote. 

Marini’s on 57, Petronas, Level 57, Menara 3, Persiaran KLCC, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, +603 2386 6030

Treat your mum to a four course menu at Maria’s SteakCafe on May 13 or 14, 2023. Begin with tuna and tomato soup before moving on to heartier mains, ranging from wagyu and cod to lobster. 

Maria’s SteakCafe, Multiple locations

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From May 12-14, 2023, Nobu Kuala Lumpur will present a Mother's Day omakase menu, featuring dishes such as king crab with kombu foam, miso butter marinated Wagyu, and cherry cake with pistachio praline and lychee sorbet. 

Nobu Kuala Lumpur, L4A-05, Level 4A, Shoppes at Four Seasons Place, 145, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, +603 2380 0028

Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur is working with jewellery brand Diamond & Platinum for a special afternoon tea set, available from April 21 to May 21, 2023. With roast beef sandwiches, macadamia tarts, and tarte Tatin on the menu, your mum is definitely in for a treat. 

Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur, 2, Jalan Conlay, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, +603 2113 1888

On May 13-14, 2023, Blanc at Macalister Mansion will be hosting a French-Asian Mother's Day dinner, curated by chef Benny Yeoh. Also available at the hotel will be a pearl-themed afternoon tea from May 12-14, 2023. 

Macalister Mansion, 228, Jalan Macalister, 10400 George Town, +604 228 3888

To eat to your heart’s content, visit Feast at Sheraton Petaling Jaya for its Mother’s Day buffet spread, available only on the day itself. Expect roast beef brisket, baked lobster, strawberry tarts, and other delights. 

Sheraton Petaling Jaya, Lorong Utara C, Pjs 52, 46200 Petaling Jaya, +603 7622 8888

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The Ritz-Carlton Langkawi celebrates wellness this Mother’s Day with a plant-based afternoon tea at the resort’s The Beach Grill. Paired with tea or mocktails are watermelon sandos, mushroom satay, coconut macarons and more. 

The Ritz-Carlton Langkawi, Jalan Pantai Kok, Teluk Nibung, 07000 Langkawi, +604 952 4888

Enjoy a buffet spread for lunch or dinner over the Mother's Day weekend at Sunset Terrace at Sunway Resort Hotel. From jasmine-cured salmon to seafood pot pie and chrysanthemum chicken broth, the spread is based around the use of fresh flowers. 

Sunway Resort Hotel, 1, Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Petaling Jaya, +603 7492 8000

For a scrumptious British Sunday roast with all the trimmings, there's no better place than Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill KL. On Mother's Day, also being held are activities from cocktail masterclasses to flower arrangement classes.  

Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill KL, Lobby Level Sunway Resort, Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Subang Jaya, +603 7492 8000

Feast on beef Wellington, roast lamb, and an array of sweet treats when you dine at Serena Brasserie at InterContinental Kuala Lumpur this Mother’s Day. Not to be missed is also the cake cutting ceremony, which will occur during the lunch. 

InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, 165, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, +603-2782 6000

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