A Chef's Confession, Murder Mystery Dinner

The kitchen holds many secrets. But tonight, one of them is murder.  

Krate Creative Space, in collaboration with The Garden@Heeren, invites you to A Chef's Confession — an immersive walk-through murder mystery dinner experience set in the intrigue and elegance of 1930s Malaya.

Step into a world where Peranakan cuisine is served, secrets simmer beneath silk and silver, and not quite what they seem. Held inside an iconic Melaka heritage house, this is not just a dinner. It's an investigation.

Guests will be seated at a shared table for a delicious Peranakan feast before being split out into groups to walk through the rooms of the house, encounter characters, uncover clues, and work together to crack the case before the night is through. Whether you choose to observe or step fully into your role, the mystery unfolds around you — and you're part of the story.

This is a limited-pax event. Seats are exclusive and numbers are strictly capped. 

Age Restriction: This show is strictly for audiences aged 14 years and above. Entry may be refused to patrons under 14 years of age.

HOW THE EVENING UNFOLDS:

🍽️ Arrive & Dine — Be welcomed, receive your character briefing (if you choose to role-play), and enjoy a full Peranakan dinner served at a shared table of 8.

🔍 Investigate — After dinner, guests are split into breakout groups to walk through the heritage house. Interrogate suspects, search for clues, and piece together the truth.

🎭 Solve the Mystery — Work as a team. Can you identify the culprit before the confession is made?

🤫Alternate Endings — Victim's last words changes everything...

GOOD TO KNOW:

• Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours
• Performed primarily in English
• Guests may choose to role-play a character or simply observe — both are equally welcome
• Characters and roles will be assigned and briefed prior to the show
• Dinner is shared-table style, seating 8 per table. Seating is assigned. Guests booking as a group of 8 may request to be seated together (subject to availability)
• Menu is listed below — please inform us of any dietary allergies or vegetarian request at the time of booking. Note: no pork no lard on the menu
• Additional beverages available for purchase on the night
• Not recommended for children below 15 years old — the experience contains mature themes and language
• Corporate bookings and team-building packages available — contact us directly for group enquiries
  
  

THE MENU:

Authentic Peranakan Cuisine by Garden@Heeren

DRESS THE PART:

Dress in your finest vintage, Peranakan, or 1930s-inspired attire. Think broderie kebaya, sarong, batik, suspenders, and oxford shoes. Come dressed for a dinner party — and stay for the drama.

ABOUT KRATE:

From the creative minds behind The Missing Diamonds at The Baba Nyonya Museum Melaka (2023), The Great Gossip (2024), and The Best Nyonya Musical (2022–2025) and Mawar Putih, Mawar Merah, Krate Creative Space continues to push the boundaries of immersive, culturally rooted performance in Melaka.

Based in Melaka and established in 2016, Krate Creative Space is a theatre production company specialising in interactive and immersive performances that highlight cultural elements. With more than 10 productions under its belt, Krate continues to inspire and support local artists while contributing to the growth of the performing arts industry in Melaka.

ABOUT THE VENUE — THE GARDEN@HEEREN

A Chef's Confession unfolds at The Garden@Heeren, nestled in the heart of historic Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock (Heeren Street), Melaka. A sister establishment to the renowned Peranakan Mansion Melaka, The Garden@Heeren brings authentic Peranakan cuisine to life in a genuine heritage setting. The perfect backdrop for a murder mystery set in 1930s Malaya.

GARDEN@HEEREN
📍 Address: 148, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 75200 Melaka

🚗 Getting Here: Street parking is available along Heeren Street. Alternatively, park behind Baba House Hotel and walk through the community hall for direct access to the venue.

⏰ We strongly recommend arriving early due to the traffic and road closures on weekend. 

🏨 STAY THE NIGHT — EXCLUSIVE RATES FOR OUR AUDIENCES

Make a full heritage experience of it! Our friends at Baba House Melaka, located just opposite The Garden@Heeren, are offering special rates exclusively for A Chef's Confession guests.

🛏️ Weekday (Sun – Thu) RM290 nett per room, per night (breakfast included)

🛏️ Weekend & Public Holidays (Fri, Sat & PH) RM350 nett per room, per night (breakfast included)

Tourism Tax: RM10 nett per room per night Heritage Tax: RM4 nett per room per night

To book, mention that you are attending A Chef's Confession and contact:

Mr. Caemen Phoon (General Manager, Baba House Melaka)
📞 +6012-662 8640
📧 gm@babahouse.com.my

Rates are subject to availability.
Please contact Baba House directly to confirm your reservation.

GENERAL DISCLAIMER:

• Tickets are non-refundable, but transferable.
• Date and time cannot be changed after purchase.
• Reselling of tickets is not permitted.
• Please only purchase your ticket from CloudJoi, our official ticketing partner.
• The programme is subject to change at the organiser's discretion.

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

Show Etiquette:

• Be considerate and allow everyone to enjoy the experience.
• Video recordings are strictly prohibited. Photos may be taken discreetly but should not disrupt the show.
• Any person(s) significantly disrupting the experience may be asked to leave by the production crew.
• Kindly set mobile phones on silent mode to avoid interruptions.
• We reserve the right to excuse any audience member if they are being disruptive.
• Keep the venue clean and tidy at all times.

For more information, contact / WhatsApp: +6018-233 5311 (Krate)
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