Hilton Kuala Lumpur‘s modern European brasserie, Graze, is currently offering a 45-minute, 3-course express set with the busy work crowd in mind. Emphasising fresh and seasonal produce, the six concise menus comprise of a variety of appetisers, mains, and desserts to finish.

Indulge in classics like Caesar Salad, Creamy Mushroom Soup, Graze Steak Sandwich, Napolitan Beef Ragout, Traditional Crème Brule, Caramel Banana Brownie and more. Available from 1 July – 31 August 2020 and for lunch only, the set meal is priced at RM95 nett per person inclusive of soft drink, juice or coffee and tea.

Take a seat by the window and enjoy panoramic views of the lush greenery surrounding the KL city centre. Bright and flooded with natural light, the restaurant is nevertheless cosy and warm, immediately setting you at ease as you take a break from the day’s hectic schedule.

To kick things off while waiting for our appetisers to arrive: complimentary bread with olive oil.

There were two sets to choose from; G went for Set A, comprising a gazpacho soup starter, a steak sandwich as the main course, finishing off with a dessert of wild berries tart. I opted for Set B, which included a Salmon Gravlax salad, Napolitan Beef Ragout, and Warm Brioche bread and butter pudding.

SET A 

Beautifully plated Gazpacho with Pulled Flower Crab, Avocado Mousse, Cucumber and Tomato, Virgin Olive Oil 

This popular cold soup with Andalusian origins is made of raw blended vegetables. The gazpacho on its own has a mild, refreshing taste, but is elevated when you combine all of the ingredients together – the creaminess of the avocado, the crunch of cucumber, the natural sweetness of the snow crab and tomatoes make for a wonderful combination.

Graze Steak Sandwich with Caramelised Onions, Tomato Relish, Rocket Salad

This one’s for the meat lovers. Served in generous portions and a side of thin-cut fries, the meat is thick, juicy and well-seasoned, slathered in a sweet relish of tomato and caramelised onions and complemented by the peppery, nutty flavour of rocket salad. Bringing everything together are two buns, which are soft to the bite but slightly crispy on the outside.

Wild Berries Tart and Mascarpone Chantilly is beautifully presented; the slight tartness of the berries balancing well with the sweet mascarpone chantilly for a refreshing end to the meal.

SET B 

The Salmon Gravlax Garden Green Salad, Dill Creme Fraiche, Volkorn Bread is a wonderful blend of textures and flavours, featuring salmon rosettes on a bed of fresh greens. The Volkorn bread – A German recipe – contains healthy grains, and also gives the dish an added crunch, while the creamy dill creme fraiche binds all the different ingredients together in harmony.

My personal favourite is the Napolitan Beef Ragout – the price for the express lunch is worth it just for this! Generous portions aside, everything is cooked to perfection, from the firm but supple texture of the pasta to the mouthwatering flavours of the beef ragout, which is savoury with a delicious natural sweetness. It is obvious the meat has undergone a long and laborious cooking process, as it is so tender it literally melts in your mouth. Top it off with shredded cheese, and you’re guaranteed to leave the restaurant satisfied.

The pasta’s hollow shape makes it ideal for soaking up the sauces.

There’s always space for dessert, and the Warm Brioche Bread & Butter Pudding with Vanilla Ice Cream rounds off the meal. The pudding is quite light, and the mild sweetness of the vanilla lets you end the meal on a satisfying note.

GRAZE 

Graze Modern European Brasserie, Level 4,The Hilton Kuala Lumpur, 3 Jalan Stesen Sentral 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Open for lunch daily from 12.30PM – 2.30PM

*Reservation is required. A standard discount is available for Hilton Dining APAC members and selected credit card holders. For further enquiries or reservations, call +603 2264 2264 or visit www.eatdrinkhilton.com.