The Taste of Malaysia Arrives at Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru

A Culinary Residency at Cur8, by Chef Azzam of Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur

Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru presents Curating the Malay Heritage, a limited-period culinary residency that brings the depth and diversity of Malaysian cuisine to the Garden City. From May 15th to May 24th, 2026, the hotel will host this showcase at CUR8, the all-day dining destination of the hotel. Designed as a focused exploration of Southeast Asia’s culinary landscape, the residency brings together traditional Malay flavours and the refined nuances of Nyonya cuisine, offering a perspective on a cuisine shaped by history, trade, and cultural exchange.

The residency features Chef Muhammad Azzam Omar, Specialty Chef from Curate at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur. A native of Kedah, Malaysia, Chef Azzam’s work is grounded in preserving the authenticity of his homeland’s cuisine while presenting it with clarity and precision. His approach centres on a “narrative of spice,” where dishes are built through time-honoured techniques and layered aromatics, balancing heat, citrus and the richness of coconut. Recognised for his expertise, he was awarded first place at the International Emirates Salon Culinaire 2025, bringing an internationally acknowledged understanding of national cuisine heritage to this residency.

The menu highlights a selection of Chef Azzam’s signatures, including Nyonya Curry Laksa, a coconut-based curry layered with complex aromatics; Gulai Lamb Shank, slow-cooked to tenderness in a deeply spiced gravy; Ayam Masak Merah, where fried chicken is simmered in a rich tomato and chilli sauce; and Satay Nangka, a vegetarian interpretation of the classic satay using marinated young jackfruit. The experience concludes with Sago Gula Melaka, a traditional dessert of tapioca pearls served with palm sugar syrup and coconut milk, bringing a balanced finish to the meal.

Set within a dynamic, open dining space, CUR8 lends itself naturally to this residency, with its expansive layout and interactive format facilitating guests to experience the cuisine at their own pace. With the addition of Malaysian elements and a menu anchored in regional authenticity, the restaurant offers a setting where flavours and culinary traditions come together over the course of the festival.