Durian lovers, rejoice! The King of Fruits is back in full swing at the Palm Garden Hotel, Putrajaya – and it’s not just a return, it’s a royal comeback. Whether you’re a local, a hotel guest, or someone just passing through, there's no better place to get your fix of creamy, pungent, golden durians than here, right in the heart of IOI Resort City.
Putrajaya Durian Feast - Durian Season Returns to Palm Garden Hotel, Durian Hub IOI Resort City
The new durian season is here! At Durian King TTDI, the emphasis is on quality premium durians. Besides the popular Musang King, you can indulge in many varieties such as the prized Black Thorn, Musang King AA, and more.
Rediscovering Durian King TTDI
Nestled in the bustling area of Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Durian King TTDI is the coolest place in town to have durians. The moment you arrive, you’re greeted by the inviting aroma of fresh durians, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience.
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DurianBB Park (Jalan Imbi) has just launched the DurianBB University in Raub, Pahang (famous for its' Musang KingDurian). The DurianBB University is a fun and interactive way for you to learn everything you need to learn about the king of fruits - the Durian. And the best part is you get to taste all the Durians that you can eat freshly picked from the farm fresh.
For only RM280.00 per pax (minimum 4 pax), you get to go for this special Durian course which is conducted on-site at Raub DurianBB University to learn how to pick, identify the different species, select the best and open the durians and most important to eat all your favourite durian.
Our journey of the Durian discovery starts from DurianBB Park site at DurianBB Park which is located along Jalan Kamuning at 8.00am in the morning.
After travelling slightly more than 2 hours, we reached the DurianBB University campus which is located at Q234+G3 Jalan Sungai Chalit, Sungai Ruan, Raub, Pahang. The campus is a 10 acres durian farm and is planted with 4 species of Durians which is the famed Musang King, XO, Black Thorn and Tekka. There are more than 300 Durian trees in the campus with an average age of 30 years old tree.
On arrival, you will be greeted by the DurianBB University Professor Yee and his team. After a short break, you will be brief on the setup of the farm and each participant will be handed a DurianBB booklet which details out all the things you need to know about Durians.
View our Fun Filled Video @ DurianBB University - Raub Pahang Durian Farm Education Tour By DurianBB Park
"Durian BB Park is pleased to bring you DurianBB University which is a fun and hands-on way where you can learn to identify, select and eat all the Durians you can eat - Mr Paul Yee, Professor DurianBB University"
Fellow students are then guided through the hands-on experience of the safety aspect including putting on the safety helmet while in the farm and the right way to carry the basket to pick the Durian as the first stage.
After harvesting the Durian, you will be taught how to clean Durians using a plastic comb.
Next, you will be taught on identifying the different type Durian from what you have picked from the farm. During this session, you will be briefed on the different character of each of the Durians from the look, the colour of the flesh, flavours and the most important the taste.
During the course, you get to ask all the questions about Durians and have your query answered including how to choose the best Durians, the best time to eat Durian and more.
You will also learn how to easily prick open the Durian during the course.
The next stage is the best stage when you will learn how to prick open the King of Fruit and you get to feast (eat all you can) on your harvest of Musang King Durian.
and D24 Durian and whichever Durians that you have picked or in season at that point in time.
Finally, to wrap up the whole course, each participant will receive a DurianBB Expert certificate from DurianBB University, awarded by Professor Yee himself. For us, it was a special one-day experience to get to learn so much about Durians and got a satisfying Durian buffet right in the heart of the Durian Capital of Malaysia which is Raub, Pahang.
The one-day course at DurianBB University starts from 8am at a designated location in Kuala Lumpur and ends at 5pm at DurianBB Park, Kuala Lumpur.
End Point: DurianBB Park, Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur
Transportation: Dependent on group size and condition
Participation Fee:
Adult: RM280 / pax
Child (under 12 years old): RM180 / pax
Children aged 3 and below who do not occupy a seat can enter DurianBB University for free, provided with adult supervision.
Transport Cost: For 4, min RM330.00 For 6 = RM380, For 16 = RM500, above = RM800 - RM1200.
DURIAN KING TTDI - Malaysian are a crazy lot when it comes to their durians especially Musang King Durian. They want to source for the best quality at the lowest durian prices to satisfy their cravings.
For me, the best time to eat Durian is when it is at the peak season. The reason being is, it will be the best quality as the fruits are at their best and secondly it will be at the best price.
For me, I will usually go to the Durian King TTDI for my durian feasting due to the above 2 reason.
Also at Durian King TTDI, you will also be able to feast on the prized Black Thorn durian (probably the only Durian stall in Kuala Lumpur (KL) and Petaling Jaya (PJ) that sells this variety but too bad, I did not get to taste this Durian this time around.
Durian King TTDI also sells a variety of other Durian Species namely the XO, D101, Udang Merah and so forth.
The Raub town in Pahang is the also popularly known as the Musang King Town where there are many durian orchards and farm surroundings this serene town. The Musang King varieties is most planted in this town and henceforth as known as the Musang King Town
Young Durian Tree at Durian Wonderland
Raub durian season will start in the month of July 2018. For fans of Musang King, the wait is counting down to taste one of the best King Of Fruit variety. We had a first-hand look recently to explore the hype about this to a number of durian orchard courtesy of Durian Wonderland.
Durian Tree Grafting
Durian Wonderland has more than 60 acres of land in and around Raub Pahang which has been planted with this prized varieties of Musang King durian. Ranging from young farm to mature orchard, Durian Wonderland has pioneered the process of getting maximum yield per tree thru its investment in the water, drainage and management system to ensure that the durian tree is nurtured in the best possible environment.
Water Pump Station
During our farm/orchard visit, we can see that the pathway and lining of each of the durian trees are well spaced to create a conducive environment for the durian tree to grow. Each durian tree is supplied with a water sprinkling system to ensure nutrient and water are sent to each of these trees.
With this control and time-based function; the number of staff required will be at a minimum. According to the owner; this is a very efficient way to ensure the timely delivery of the nutrient which is added to the water are delivered to each of the trees.
Auto Sprinkler System
Another key importance is the cleanliness of the durian farm orchard. We notice that the grass is well kept and are constantly being trimmed. This reduces the chances of mosquito breeding and other insects and pests that might be lurking around. We were at the farm in the middle of nowhere for more than 2 hours and did not encounter even one mosquito - quite fascinating.
Frozen Durian For Export
As most of the Musang King durian from Durian Wonderland is slated for export; there are a few standards that need to be maintained at each of the farm/orchards at all time.
Grade B Durian That Are Removed
For this priced Musang King Durian; the harvesting is another key process. Each day the worker will scout around each tree to ensure that only grade A quality will be allowed to grow. The B and lesser grade are cut off from the tree to ensure only the Grade A is left to flourish. A stroll around the estate we see a lot of small little durians littered around the pathway. These are the B-Grade Musang King that are trimmed off.
At Durian Wonderland Kuala Lipis farm which is more than 20 over years; there are a number of varieties of durian that are planted here which includes the D24 varieties, D101, Golden Phoenix and of course the prized Musang King.
Harvesting Musang King at Durian Wonderland
Although not really in full season we got to taste these few varieties at the farm. Eating durian at the farm really makes a lot of difference. With the chirping birds and other interesting sounds of the forest, the kampung ambience was so perfect setting for a nice durian buffet in the middle of the durian farm.
What's more, we were lucky that there were a few durians which were freshly harvested for us to taste as well, although the quality will not be as good as in full season. You can't get to eat durian any fresher from this.
We started off with the D101
then the Kampung Durian, Golden Phoneix
and lastly the Musang King
And yes, we have a taste Frozen Durian in whole for the first which is the Frozen Musang King. Notice the ice forming at the fruit and husk.
while the second one is the Frozen Golden Phoenix. These are the types of Frozen that the China consumers prefer. It is like eating durian ice cream. But as a Durian aficionado, eating durian as it is fresh from the husk is the best way you can ever have to taste the prized durian.
Our last stop is to the new develop Durian Farm which is located next to the trunk road leading to Kuala Lipis. This farm is fully planted with Musang King varieties. You can view the young durian tree with an elaborate water system that pumps water and nutrients to each and every tree on the farm.
The age of each durian is between 3 to 8 months and according to Ah Fatt, each month, the tree growth is around 1 feet and he said that in 2.5 years to 3, we could see the first harvest from this trees.
As part of the effort to promote the eating durian culture, Durian Wonderland has a small farm in Bentong. At this farm during the full season of Durian, they will have a Durian Buffet at this place. So durian fans, do watch out and find out the latest info on this durian buffet at the durian stall in Bentong offering from Durian Wonderland Facebook page on the date availability for the Durian Buffet.
Overall this few durian farm visit in Raub and Kuala Lipis has been a very nice experience on how to plant a good grade Musang King Durian and henceforth our deepest appreciation of the taste, flavour and aroma of this species of durian the next time we have a durian feast.
Durian Wonderland also offers the Durian Farm Orchard visit; you can make the arrangement with them thru their Durian Wonderland website.
Durian is one of the most prized fruits in Malaysia. This year 2017 has been a year where Durian prices have skyrocketed to more than RM100.00 per kg for Musang King during the pre-season.
The other reason for the price increase was due to the China factor; we last heard that Musang King was selling as high as RM500.00 per kg in China.
Now as the season progress, you can now enjoy the King of Fruits that have come down to reasonably priced. We got to taste the Musang King at Durian King TTDI recently which they are retailing at RM53.00 per kg.
Hopefully, as the season progress, we can get to enjoy a more sumptuous feast of the Malaysian treats. Do check out the prices from Durian TTDI facebook page for the latest prices.
One of the other treats at Durian King TTDI is the availability of the Black Thorn species with its pungent flavour, thick and meaty texture is a must for me.
At Durian King TTDI, you can request to be served the Chilled Whole Durian; it gives you that extra kick especially for those that love to eat Durian that is kept in the fridge. The difference is that this whole Durian which is kept chilled has a firmer texture compared to those that are kept in the fridge (which tends to be a little mushy).
Another specialty at Durian King TTDI is the the Durian Cendol which for me is a must taste. From RM15.00 per bowl with a scoop of Durian.
For those that like to know how to spot a Musang King and Black Thorn can refer to our previous link.
The Durian Season 2017 in Malaysia has just started. Now you can taste the specially crafted Durian Cendol, Durian Coffee, and even a special Durian Laksa at Sepiring Restaurant all over Malaysia from now until 30th September 2017.
For fans of durian, you are in for a real treat, start off your durian feast at Sepiring Oh My Durian Promotion now with the first of its kind Durian Laksa, Born from the rich Nyonya Laksa that is served at Sepiring with a strong dose of D24 durian paste, for fans of Durian, you would definitely fall in love with it once you start to taste this enhanced rich flavour.
Durian Laksa (RM 20.90)
The Durian Laksa is a delightfully rich and creamy laksa broth - a marriage of two sensation cuisine that is Sepiring signature Nyonya Laksa with Durian. Taking the simple yet delicious laksa dish to a new level, their creative chef married the complex flavours of assorted herbs and spices and slow-cooked it perfectly with durian flesh.
Served with thick rice noodles topped with chicken slices, fish cakes, julienned cucumbers, hard boiled egg and a dollop of King of fruits (durian) flesh, you can smell the flavour even before it arrives at your table. The final result is an absolutely super aromatic durian noodles! You get to eat the best of both worlds in one scrumptious dish for only RM 20.90 now!
Dodol Durian Cendol (RM 13.90)
Sepiring's Dodol Durian Cendol has the classic Malaysian dessert topped with a scoop of the real durian flesh plus slices of durian flavoured dodol. A marriage made in heaven, diners will enjoy the creaminess of the coconut milk which goes hand-in-hand with the durian.
Durian Coffee On Ice (RM 13.90)
Not to forget for the durian and coffee lovers, you may like to try the authentic local coffee is blended with fresh durian to make our Durian Coffee with a uniquely Malaysian kick, at only RM12.00 served hot or RM 13.90 on the ice.
Well, there you have it - All 3 exciting offerings showcasing the unmistakable mouth-watering flavours of King Of Fruits, Durian to tease your taste buds that make us all 'uniquely Malaysian' in every way! The special trio offerings are for a limited time only till 30th September 2017 and available at Sepiring outlets except for Mid Valley Megamall. You can also join the Oh My Durian giveaway to win FREE Meal voucher from now until 31st August 2017.
