MANDARIN ORIENTAL KL PRESENTS KHOON HOOI'S DONDANG SAYANG AFTERNOON TEA FROM NOW TILL 3 DECEMBER 2020. THE CAKES AND PASTRIES ARE SO UTTERLY PRETTY YOU MIGHT HESITATE TO CONSUME SUCH WORKS OF EDIBLE ART BUT THEY ARE TOO DELICIOUS TO BE WASTED! SO ENJOY THE BEST OF AFTERNOON TEA UNDER S.O.P

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TOP DESIGNER KHOON HOOI WITH MODEL AT AFTERNOON TEA SET-UP

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MANDARIN ORIENTAL TEAMS UP WITH HOMEGROWN FASHION BRAND FOR AFTERNOON TEA

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In support of a good cause, Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur teams up with renowned Malaysian fashion designer Khoon Hooi to bring the city yet another exciting afternoon tea experience aptly named Khoon Hooi’s Dondang Sayang Afternoon Tea from 5 October to 3 December 2020 at Lounge on the Park. 

With his brand established for 20 years locally and abroad, Khoon Hooi was inspired, at a very young age, by his grandmother’s dressing that flaunts the beauty of the embroidery and fabric of elegant kebayas and sarongs; traditional attires for the Straits Chinese or Peranakan women. 

His designs today are worn by many affluent female personalities donning rich colours and textures complemented with cleverly curated patterns and embellishments. 

Khoon Hooi’s gowns were also seen in numerous red-carpet premieres this year that includes the notable Golden Globes Awards. Taking inspiration from Khoon Hooi’s passion for the Straits Chinese culture, Pastry Chef Suzana Anuar and team plays with creativity and skills to translate the intricate details of the signature Peranakan designs into dainty edibles. 

Khoon Hooi’s Dondang Sayang Afternoon Tea encompasses vibrant flavour of local ingredients and recipes. The menu is paired with Khoon Hooi’s favourite teas – Lemon & Ginger; and Puerh Mandarin. 

Other tea options are available. “There is just so much room for great partnerships with Mandarin Oriental, especially now that our label has become more experiential – our newly launched capsule focusing on personal space is an example of this. I look forward to the afternoon tea that pays homage to the Peranakan culture, these are simply perfect for afternoon “sembang” sessions,” said Lee Khoon Hooi, Creative Director at Khoon Hooi. 

Commenting on the collaboration, Christian Tavelli, General Manager of the hotel said “We are delighted to be working with Khoon Hooi in bringing a new afternoon tea experience to the city. 

"Supporting homegrown brands have always been one of the pillars of the hotel especially more so during these difficult times of COVID-19 where most businesses are affected. We hope that people would join us in supporting more local brands.” 

Priced at RM 158 per person, with free flow of hot beverages up to two hours, 10% of the proceeds will be channelled to the Malaysian Institute of Arts. 

Khoon Hooi’s Dondang Sayang Afternoon Tea menu consists of: PASTRIES Strawberry and kantan flower Brownies passion butterfly Black glutinous rice and coconut choux puff Vanilla yoghurt with raspberry gelee chocolate in popsicle cake Mandarin orange praline with financier Yuzu basil blossom tart Lychee rose macaron 

SANDWICHES Sambal gravlax salmon with coconut yoghurt Roasted chicken with percik mayonnaise and cress Poached egg with turmeric lemon cream Ratatouille rendang style with zucchini carpaccio 

SCONES Plain & Apricot Orange ginger jam | Kaya | Clotted cream Available daily from 2.30 to 6pm (Monday to Saturday) and 3 to 6pm (Sunday). 

For reservations, please call +60 (3) 2330 8798 or email mokul-fb@mohg.com. 

In addition, guests are invited to shop at Khoon Hooi’s pop-up space at the hotel lobby from 2 October 2020 to 1 January 2021. 

The space will feature upcycled merchandise with a focus on comfort and functionality in the brand’s unmistakable signature prints. 

About Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur 

Situated adjacent to the iconic PETRONAS Twin Towers, Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur is the city’s leading luxury hotel with 629 well-appointed rooms, suites and serviced apartments. 

Delight your senses with an array of cuisines showcased in ten innovative outlets. Escape Kuala Lumpur’s urban bustle at The Spa with rejuvenating facials, body treatments and award-winning Signature Therapies for a holistic wellbeing. 

Take a dip at the infinity edge pool overlooking the spectacular city skyline or be mesmerized by the magnificent display of KLCC Lake Symphony Fountain at the Esplanade KLCC. 

For more information and reservations, visit www.mandarinoriental.com/kualalumpur. 

About Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world's most prestigious hotels and resorts. 

The Group now operates, or has under development, 45 hotels representing 11,000 rooms in 28 countries, with 19 hotels in Asia, 13 in The Americas and 13 in Europe, Middle East and North Africa. 

In addition, the Group operates, or has under development, 14 Residences at Mandarin Oriental connected to its properties.