Singapore’s first Halal-certified kitchen in a five-star hotel buffet restaurant, StraitsKitchen presents an enriching Iftar buffet experience with local and Middle Eastern delights
StraitsKitchen’s Iftar Buffet showcases local specialties and Middle Eastern favourites, featuring vibrant mezze and premium dates to celebrate the spirit of Ramadan
SINGAPORE, 20 February 2025: Ahead of the holy month of Ramadan, Grand Hyatt Singapore warmly welcomes guests to celebrate the spirit of togetherness in its Grand Living Room, with a special Iftar buffet at StraitsKitchen, Singapore’s first Halal-certified buffet restaurant in a five-star hotel on Orchard Road. From 2 March to 31 March 2025, StraitsKitchen will offer a meticulously curated Iftar buffet that brings together authentic Singaporean flavours with a touch of Middle Eastern cuisine, allowing guests to break their fast in a vibrant, communal setting.
Under the guidance of Chef Mohamad Mohamed Abdelmoety Ahmed, Chef Khairul Akmal Bin Zakaria, and Chef de Cuisine Nelson Wong, StraitsKitchen’s culinary team has prepared a special Ramadan experience for guests, showcasing flavours steeped in tradition while ensuring an unforgettable dining experience for Muslim and non-Muslim guests alike.
While the highlight of the season is the Iftar buffet, thoughtfully curated for guests breaking fast, StraitsKitchen also invites non-Muslim guests and guests who may not be fasting to experience the spirit of Ramadan during lunch. The lunch buffet features a selection of local and regional favourites from Singapore’s Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Peranakan cuisine, complemented by a touch of Middle Eastern flair, while the dinner buffet presents a more expansive spread with a wider array of Middle Eastern specialties. Whether gathering for a midday meal with loved ones, hosting a business luncheon, or simply seeking a taste of the season, StraitsKitchen offers an opportunity to savour the vibrant flavours of Ramadan throughout the day.
A Lavish Harmony of Local and Middle Eastern Specialties
To commemorate its roots in heritage, generosity, and unity, StraitsKitchen has designed its Iftar menu to strengthen bonds over shared meals and meaningful gatherings. StraitsKitchen offers a warm, inviting space for families, friends, and colleagues to come together to break fast in a setting of comfort and hospitality.
The dining experience begins with a selection of traditional mezze, including the smoky richness of baba ghanoush and the silky smoothness of hummus, served with warm pita bread for the perfect combination of texture and flavour.
Beyond the appetisers, guests can enjoy a variety of heartwarming, aromatic dishes, enjoying the vibrant live stations and curated selection of regional specialties which showcase an array of comforting, bold, and aromatic dishes celebrating both Malay and Arabic traditions. In addition to the Malay barbeque station serving the guest favourite chicken, beef, and mutton satay accompanied by warm peanut sauce and traditional rice cakes, guests can enjoy a taste of Middle Eastern street food at its finest with the shawarma station, serving freshly carved chicken shawarma wrapped in warm pita, topped with crisp lettuce, onions, and tahini sauce.
Guests craving hearty, spice-laden mains can enjoy the Ayam Buah Keluak, a rich, earthy Peranakan specialty of braised chicken cooked with the nutty intensity of buah keluak, and Beef Rendang, a slow-cooked, coconut-infused braised beef dish fragrant with lemongrass and aromatic spices. Seafood lovers will be delighted with mains such as Ikan Bakar, where sustainable barramundi is grilled to perfection in a banana leaf and slathered with sambal, and Udang Belado, a fiery tiger prawn stir-fry coated in homemade belado sauce.
To complete the feast, guests can indulge in an assortment of handcrafted desserts, from the flaky layers of baklava filled with crushed nuts and drizzled with Arabic syrup, to the dense, honey-soaked basbousa topped with toasted hazelnuts. The buffet also offers a selection of traditional Southeast Asian desserts, including Pulut Hitam (black glutinous rice in coconut milk), Goreng Pisang (crispy banana fritters), and Bubur Cha Cha (a creamy coconut dessert with yam, sweet potato, and sago pearls), alongside cooling treats like Chendol and an assortment of durian mochi and Nonya kueh.
Expanded Offerings for Ramadan Dinner Buffet
In the evening, the Ramadan dinner buffet offers an even more extensive spread, featuring Middle Eastern specialties and dinner-exclusive highlights. In addition to the core mezze offerings of hummus and baba ghanoush, the dinner spread presents an expanded selection with tabbouleh, fattoush, tzatziki, feta cheese salad, and warak enab (grape leaves stuffed with Arabic-spiced rice and raisins). The Seafood on Ice station also becomes more indulgent in the evening, featuring slipper lobster, mussels, and clams alongside the black tiger prawns available throughout the day.
Dishes like Lamb Mandi (fragrant steamed basmati rice with saffron and slow-cooked lamb, topped with pine nuts and coriander) and Sayaduyah Rice (a hearty Arabic dish of jasmine rice cooked with shrimp, barramundi, and warm Arabic spices) offer a taste of the Middle East’s vibrant culinary heritage, and guests can savour the Kambing Qorma (a rich, slow-braised lamb dish infused with creamy cashew nut sauce and aromatic bell peppers) and Mahshi Felfel (capsicum stuffed with spiced rice, dill, tomato, and minced beef). 
Guests can enjoy a bountiful Date Bazaar with premium dates, dried fruits, and Arabic sweets, alongside rich, aromatic dishes like Lamb Mandi, fragrant steamed basmati rice with saffron and slow-cooked lamb, topped with pine nuts and coriander
The dinner buffet can be rounded out with comforting soups, including the beloved Sup Tulang Merah, a robust, red-hued mutton bone stew served with crusty baguette, and Sup Ayam Palembang, a delicate kampung chicken soup with bean curd and fresh basil leaves.
To end the meal on a sweet note, guests can visit the Date Bazaar, featuring an exquisite selection of premium dates from across the Middle East and North Africa, including the rich, caramel-like Ajwa and the chewy and flavourful Mabroum from Saudi Arabia, the prized Medjoul from Jordan and Palestine, and the delicate Deglet Nour from Tunisia. Complementing these are natural dried figs and apricots from Turkey, completing the evening with a touch of tradition and indulgence. Guests can also enjoy warm, comforting treats such as the Aish El Saraya, a classic Arabic bread pudding perfumed with fragrant syrup, as well as Ladida Coconut, a confection blended with mixed dried fruits.
Prayer Room for a Comfortable Worship Experience
To ensure a seamless and meaningful Ramadan experience, Grand Hyatt Singapore provides a dedicated prayer room, allowing guests to observe their religious duties with ease before or after dining. Thoughtfully arranged to accommodate both Muslimin and Muslimah, the space is segregated for privacy and fully air-conditioned to ensure a serene environment. Complete with a clean ablution area, the prayer room offers wudhu amenities inside, along with prayer mats, slippers, and telekung (prayer garments) for added convenience. Guests will also find chairs for those who require seated prayer, as well as Qurans available for use, making it a tranquil retreat for worship before continuing the evening’s festivities. Guests who wish to access the prayer room may approach any of Grand Hyatt Singapore’s associates for assistance.
Ramadan Buffet at StraitsKitchen
Promotion Period: 2 March – 31 March 2025 (including Hari Raya Eve & Hari Raya Puasa)
Lunch and Dinner:
SGD 68++ per adult (Lunch) | SGD 98++ per adult (Dinner)
SGD 36++ per child (Lunch) | SGD 49++ per child (Dinner)
All prices are subject to 10% service charge and 9% goods and service tax.
To reserve a table at StraitsKitchen’s Ramadan Buffet, please visit https://www.singapore.grand.hyattrestaurants.com/straitskitchen. Follow Grand Hyatt Singapore on Facebook and Instagram @grandhyattsing #GrandHyattSingapore and #GoGrand for more updates.