Ramadan is always a special time for family gatherings, meaningful moments, and of course, good food. This year, Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru returns with its signature Ramadan buffet, Santapan Rasa Paragon 2026, offering a well-curated spread of local favourites, comforting classics, and exciting live action stations that truly capture the spirit of the season.

The buffet experience begins with a refreshing selection of appetisers featuring assorted fresh garden greens paired with various salad dressings. Guests can also enjoy traditional ulam-ulaman, complemented by a delightful display of assorted homemade sambal belacan. This appetiser section sets the tone perfectly, offering light yet flavourful bites to awaken the palate before moving on to the heartier dishes.

Following the appetisers is an impressive lineup of main dishes that showcase both local and international inspirations. Highlights include Ayam Bawang Goreng, Lamb Chop Bakar Sambal Getok Merah, stir-fried chilli crab, and baked prawns prepared with garlic, herbs, and cheese, served alongside a creamy pineapple sauce. Vegetable selections such as stir-fried broccoli with Japanese tofu and black mushrooms add balance to the spread.

Local favourites are well represented, with dishes like Siput Sedut Masak Lemak Cili Padi with Belimbing Buluh, a must-have during the Ramadan season. Guests can also enjoy Kerang Sambal (half-shell cockles), followed by a dedicated ketupat corner featuring lemang, ketupat palas, pulut kuning, and other traditional accompaniments that truly enhance the buka puasa experience.

One of the highlights of Santapan Rasa Paragon 2026 is its variety of live action stations. Guests can enjoy freshly fried Ayam Gunting and jumbo sausages, prepared on the spot for maximum flavour. The Beef Shawarma station is another crowd favourite, served with assorted condiments and freshly assembled according to diners’ preferences, with attentive F&B staff always ready to assist.

Taking centre stage at the buffet is the beautifully presented roasted whole lamb Kuzi, served with fragrant Kabsah rice, saffron, and boiled eggs. The lamb is well-marinated and slow-roasted to perfection, with an F&B attendant on hand to carve and serve each portion. This station easily becomes one of the most talked-about highlights of the evening.

To complete the dining experience, a dedicated beverage section offers a variety of specially prepared drinks curated by the hotel exclusively for the Ramadan buffet. These refreshing beverages pair well with the wide range of dishes available.

Beyond the food, Santapan Rasa Paragon also offers a comfortable dining ambience with well-arranged seating and a pleasant atmosphere. It is an ideal setting for family gatherings, catching up with friends, or even corporate buka puasa events during the Ramadan season.