Valentine's Day 2013: Fu-Rin Japanese Restaurant @ Holiday Inn Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie

Are you looking for a place to have a romantic dinner with your valentine? Contrary to the popular belief, Valentine's Day is not only for lovers but a time to showcase your love and affection to another! The Holiday Inn Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie has thoughtfully prepared an unforgettable experience to celebrate this occasion. 

Touch your loved one's heart with the serenade setting at the award-winning Fu-Rin Japanese Restaurant, a place of coziness transformed into a romantic dining area. The environment is really quite lovely, wide and spacious with a cosy ambiance. Moreover, just across the main dining hall, there are separate rooms for Teppanyaki grilling and comfortable couches as diners feast on the exquisite menu offerings of Fu-Rin.

  

#1 Interior of Fu-Rin

Featuring a romantic Valentine’s Day Japanese Candlelight Set Dinner, enjoy signature dishes personally prepared by Chef Yip Wei Mun for this special day. Each set dinner comes with a glass of sparkling wine, a stalk of rose for the lady and a surprise gift. It’s enough to make anyone fall in love all over again!

 Offer starts from RM220++ per set for dinner only.

Reflecting its name, the ambiance is an interesting rendition of traditional eastern culture, with iconic Chinese and Japanese sculptures gracing the decorative tables, while enjoying soothing music on the background. For the healthy drinkers, sake is served at Fu-Rin, and it is great to get a helping for more sparks and romance in this special day!

#2 Appetizer 1: "Around The World" (Zensai)

Off on a good start, the thematic menu begins with the hors d'oeuvre platter that has injected fusions of flavours from different regions. The sauce is a tomato-based sardine dip with a touch of spice. On the tongue, one can taste sweet spiciness, complimented by the natural sweetness of the prawn, helped along by the tang from Japanese scallop on an orange slice.

#3 Appetizer 2: "Falling In Love With You" (Sliced Sashimi Carpacio)

Bold in statement, the platter of raw fish is served in a row, each is distinctive from another. The topping layer is made of fish roe, crispy cracker and shredded chives. It sits above the thick slices of white tuna, yellow tail and fusion salmon sashimi that welcome the light flavours of savory basil sauce. 

#4 Main Course 1: "True Love From A Heart" (Nameko Aka-dashi)

Following the first course is the broth of black miso with tofu, small red Japanese mushroom and seaweed.  Much like the story of two from different families and palates that come together, the warm soup with vegetarian ingredients mixes in harmony for a taste rich in depth.

#5 Main Course 2: "A Love Between You and Me" (Grilled Salmon with Teriyaki Sauce)

The spotlight of the set menu falls on the Teriyaki Grilled Salmon Accompanied with Japanese Spinach, Horenzo. A rich mixture of teriyaki salmon with the creamy spinach on a bed of tempura vegetables, the sumptuous dish will delight any loved one.

#6 Dessert: "Endless Love" (Green Tea Ice Cream with Azuki Beans)

The tale of the lovebirds comes to an end as the alluring dessert is served to us. The Japanese red bean paste sits atop a creamy pool of ice cream for one to taste different layers of a story. The sweet reunion brings two favourite tastes together- bitter-sweet green tea and sweet red bean.

The tale of romance doesn't just end here. Feel free to hop over to The Mix, 

and be serenaded by the music and local bonds, while enjoying cocktails at this lively spot.

If you prefer a more casual dinner, bring your friends and family to join the fun of tossing for Lunar New Year! Fu-Rin Japanese Restaurant offers its signature yee sang that caters for 6 to 8 persons per whole portion.

#7 Prosperity Japanese Salmon Yee Sang

It is one of the healthiest yee sang I have sampled this year, which incorporates different kinds of Japanese seaweed. Each and every type has its mild yet distinctive flavour, apart from adding extra crunchiness to the dish. Not to mention the colours of each ingredient that form a harmonious tone to this symbolic platter!

Toss it higher and higher and you'll be blessed with prosperity and longevity. Holding on this principle, it is a customary pretty platter showcasing a bouquet of colours with flavours to match, proving an appetizing fusion of flavours. I am impressed by the fresh salad and zingy dressing.

Set amid lush tropical greenery, the resort-style Holiday Inn Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie is a tranquil retreat 35km from the bustle of central Kuala Lumpur and 3km from Shah Alam. I am tempted to stay over for a night to escape from the city, then enjoy my luxurious breakfast at Kites Restaurant here.

Valentine's Day Set Menu Promotion

The dinner is priced from RM220++ per set,

inclusive of a glass of sparkling wine, a stalk of rose for the lady and a surprise gift. 

Dinner starts at 7.00pm till 10.30pm on February 14. 

Terms and Conditions apply.

Verdict:
1. Fu-Rin assures you and your valentine a wonderful experience with authentic Japanese cuisine served by friendly staff in a warm, cosy and romantic environment.
2. Ambiance wise, it makes a perfect place to wind down and take things slow to enjoy the atmosphere on Valentine's Day.
3. Overall, the package is worth the value to show your affection for each other and celebrate the joy of togetherness.

Fu-Rin Restaurant
Ground Floor
Holiday Inn Glenmarie Kuala Lumpur
1, Jalan Usahawan U1/8,
Seksyen U1,
40250 Shah Alam,
Selangor.
Contact: 603-7802 5200
Website: www.holidayinn.com/glenmarie
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