TUSCANY
Category: ITALIAN


Putrajaya Marriott Hotel
IOI Resort, 62502 Putrajaya
Festival Reservations: 03 8949 8888
www.marriottputrajaya.com

Embark on a tantalizing journey to an Italian vineyard and country home in the midst of Putrajaya’s greenery at Tuscany. The elegantly austere Italian décor spreads into three spacious dining areas, each handsome in unpretentious Tuscan luxury and familial warmth. Settle into the comfortable atmosphere with the most authentic home made Central Italian dishes tinged with a Continental touch, all lovingly prepared in an open kitchen. A favourite among the Europeans, this home-away-from-home also houses a comprehensive collection of red, white and rose wines to pair to each item in the menu.

THE CHEF
Chef Ibrahim Salim’s love for food brought him into the kitchen as a young boy, where his inspiration and aspirations grew from watching his parents dish out exquisite local cuisine in their catering business that propelled him to embark on his culinary journey, experimenting with Mediterranean and Continental cuisine. Ambitious and zealous, Chef Ibrahim continues to advance deeper into the culinary world and diners’ hearts with his authentic Italian cuisine. While he carries himself with infectious humour and wit, his seriousness in the kitchen stands unrivalled.
Chef Ibrahim goes to great lengths to ensure that only the freshest ingredients are used in his kitchen. He welcomes all epicureans to explore the alternately bold and delicate flavours of Italian gourmet cuisine to create astonishing recipes and a unique approach to fine dining.

QUICK BITES
Most used ingredient: Sage, oregano, fresh olive, truffles, fresh mushrooms
Most used utensil: Chef’s teaspoon, pasta pan, frying pan, chef knife
Inspirations: Parents, culinary shows and Italian culinary books.
Influences: Parents, Master Chefs
Years in the kitchen: 15


THE FESTIVAL MENU
RM140++ per person without wine
RM260++ per person with wine

Duet of Seared Yellowfin Tuna Carpaccio Enhanced with Avocado Salsa and Marinated Dill Scallops in Citrus Minestrone Drizzled with Basil Emulsion
(Le Rime, Toscana IGT, Banfi 2004)

Pan-Fried Supreme of Duck with Foie Gras Capuccino presented on Baby Romaine
with Sun-Dried Tomato Essence and parmesan Twirl
(La Segreta Bianco, Planeta 2004)

Soup of Extra Fine Beans and Beetroot Enhanced with Truffle Oil and Black Sesame Crisp
(Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie IGT, Placido 2005)
Sorbet of Passionfruit

Baked Atlantic Cod with Red Capsicum Puree presented with Herb Cous-Cous, Chargrilled Root Vegetables and Candied Lemon
(Principessa Gavia Gavi DOCG, Vigne Regali 2004)
OR
Oven Roasted Striploin of Chilled Veal with Morel Glaze served with Saffron Basil Risotto and Bouquet of Vegetables
(Rosso di Montalcino DOC, Castello Banfi 2003)

Chocolate Patriache and Poached Pear on Mirror of Sage Vanilla with Caramelized Macadamias
(Florus Moscadello di Montalcino DOC, Castello Banfi 2003)

Espresso
Pistachio and Almond BiscottiChocolate and Lemongrass Caramel

FESTIVAL OFFERS
Festival Menu Price:
• RM140++ per person without wine
• RM260++ per person with wine
Pre-Festival Special Offers: Win a Festival Menu meal. Drop your business card by October 28 to qualify. Winners to be announced during the Festival
Special Festival Gifts: Chocolate pralines
Festival Events: 11 November (10am – 1pm), cooking demonstration by Chef Ibrahim

PAY WITH VISA AND ENJOY THE FOLLOWING
A La Carte Menu Specials: Payments with Visa Platinum will receive a 20% discount (food only)
Beverage Offers: Complimentary after-dinner liquor coffee
Festival Events: 11 November (10am – 1pm), cooking demonstration by Chef Ibrahim. 20% discount for VISA Platinum cardholders
Other Offers: • For groups of 8 on the Festival menu, every 9th diner dines for free • 20% discount throughout the Festival month at all Putrajaya Marriott eateries with Festival Menu receipt from Tuscany
Room Rates: 50% off room rates for Festival Menu diners

MERCEDES-BENZ PRIVILEGE CARD HOLDERS
Complimentary Italian liquor coffee or juice for cardholders and accompanying guests, with order of Festival Menu