Celebration. Authenticity.
Valentina Cucina e Bar is a celebration. It is a tribute to authenticity. We revel in in everything true, genuine, and real - your meaningful successes, your shared joys, your intimate connections.
We do so with the freshest hand-made ingredients, locally-sourced and prepared with the most natural approaches in the rich, homely traditions of Southern Italian cuisine, where every meal is cooked from the heart.
Because home is where the heart is.
our Story
Set amidst the urbane elegance of Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur at Bukit Jalil, our Mediterranean charm combines contemporary class and comfort with the warm heartiness of Southern Italian flavours and recipes.
We are a Southern Italian restaurant that believes in celebration and authenticity, the essence of living to your fullest. Toasting to milestones and memories. Marking every meaningful moment with those who matter the most, for believing in you the most.
This is what we believe in.
Pizzas with tomatoes from Vesuvian soil, cheese made from sheep's milk Pecorino and Mozzarella di Bufala, recipes celebrating the fresh bounties of the Mediterranean – all part of our quintessential Southern Italian dining experience made from the heart.
Our recipes, authentic yet with a twist. Our ambiance, warm yet familiar. It all comes from the love for dining, and the love for art – a tribute to what Southern Italian Cuisine is all about.
A tribute to
Southern Italian Cuisine
Get To Know Our Chef
Nicholas de Gersigny, Head Chef at Valentina
Exploring Italy’s Culinary Traditions with Chef Nic
Hailing from Sydney, Australia, Chef Nicholas de Gersigny brings a rich blend of heritage, passion, and culinary expertise to Valentina's kitchen. With Italian roots from his grandmother, Chef Nic’s love for Italian cuisine blossomed early on, but it was his experience in the south of Italy that truly shaped his culinary journey. In 2008, he embarked on a life-changing adventure, spending three months travelling along the Amalfi Coast, exploring the culinary landscapes of Sardinia, Genoa, and Porto Cervo while working aboard a private yacht. This experience allowed him to connect deeply with Italy’s rich culinary traditions, learning about regional ingredients and authentic cooking techniques firsthand.
Inspired by these authentic flavours and his own family heritage, Chef Nic returned to Australia with a renewed sense of purpose. He spent five years mastering Italian culinary techniques in some of the country’s most esteemed Italian restaurants, perfecting his skills and developing his own signature approach that honours tradition while embracing creativity.
Now, as the Head Chef at Valentina, Chef Nic brings his passion and expertise to every dish. His commitment to using the finest ingredients, combined with his dedication to authenticity, ensures that every meal showcases Italy's vibrant culinary heritage.
Our Menu
Tagliata di Manzo
Sher Wagyu Australian ribeye, served with roast potatoes, sautéed mixed mushrooms, green salad and beef jus
Fettuccine al Nero di Seppia
Squid ink fettuccini cooked with chopped prawns & calamari finished in marinara sauce & topped with tiger prawns
Tiramisu
Coffee flavoured Italian dessert layered with ladyfingers (savoiardi) dipped in coffee, a whipped mixture of eggs, coffee liquor & mascarpone cheese, topped with cocoa]
Welcome all day reservations
Reserve a table for your Southern Italian culinary adventure here. Our elegant urban ambience is the perfect place for you to discover the quintessential tastes and flavours that make Mediterranean cuisine the warm, unforgettable experience it often is.
