Head Chef Syaiful Alwi at Oakwood Hotel and Residence Kuala Lumpur does not deviate too much from a traditional recipe in his preparation of the local favourite, curry laksa. It is served with creamy gravy comprising a flavourful mix of blended curry paste and a splash of coconut milk. Chef Syaiful prepares his laksa with a combination of yellow mee and mee hoon. These are topped with cockles and taufoo pok (fried taufoo), shredded chicken, beansprouts and prawns. The chef has extensive experience in the hotel industry, having worked 18 years in hotels around Kuala Lumpur. His delicious curry laksa is available the whole day at the hotel’s trEat Restaurant and Bar all-day dining outlet. Guests can dine here and enjoy beautiful pool views.
Every Malaysian’s Favourite Dish at Oakwood
- August 20, 2019
- 1 minute read
- David Bowden

David Bowden
David Bowden is a freelance photojournalist specialising in travel, food and the environment. He has been based in Asia for many years and travels the globe seeking out the finest restaurants, vineyards and travel destinations. He is the author of several books including travel books on Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore and Indonesia plus a coffee table book on great railway journeys in Australia and New Zealand.