Big Bay Café is set to launch the all-new "Southeast Asian Seafood Extravaganza" themed dinner buffet from July 6 to August 31, 2026. The dinner opens with an upgraded seafood platter, with caviar added to weekend platters for an extra touch of luxury. From August 21 to 31, the restaurant will also welcome a guest chef from Shangri-La Bangkok to present authentic Thai flavours. Throughout the promotional period, guests who dine at the themed buffet and participate in the social media campaign will have the chance to win a complimentary stay with breakfast at Shangri-La Bangkok and a Thai cooking class experience taught by Chef Yanavit himself!
The themed buffet centres on Southeast Asian seafood flavours, complemented by premium seafood selections and live cooking stations for an unforgettable summer culinary journey. Every seated guest will enjoy a lavish seafood platter, with a more upgraded and more generous offering than previous seasons. Weekday highlights include Lobster, Thai Herb Giant River Prawn, Short Neck Clam, Lemongrass-cured Hamachi, Sea Whelk and Clam with Thai Sauce. Weekend offerings are elevated with Spanner Crab and Scallop with Thai Sweet and Sour Sauce, and a special addition of Caviar (10g), making the seafood feast even more indulgent. The cold section also carries a strong Southeast Asian character, featuring Thai Herb Abalone (Monday to Thursday) and Thai Raw Shrimp (Friday to Sunday), alongside refreshing appetisers such as Green Papaya Salad and Banana Blossom Salad.
Building on the fresh flavours of the cold seafood section, the culinary team presents a range of classic Southeast Asian hot dishes showcasing cuisines from across the region. These include Singapore Chilli Crab with Deep-fried Mantou, Singapore Cereal Prawn, Black Pepper Shrimp, Thailand's northeastern signature Crying Tiger Beef Top Blade, Prawn Tortilla Kebabs with Homemade Nam Jim Sauce, Sambal Grill Fish, Grilled Coconut Chicken, Balinese Pork Belly, Nyonya Chicken Curry, Massaman Beef Curry and Tom Yum Soup. Not to be missed are the made-to-order Bangkok Style Curry Crab Fried Rice and Thai Minced Pork with Lettuce Wrap, offering guests a comprehensive taste of Southeast Asia's diverse food culture, blending Bangkok Street food with classic seafood dishes.
Beyond the savoury offerings, the restaurant also presents a special selection of up to 10 durian desserts for durian enthusiasts, filling the air with a rich tropical aroma. Highlights include Durian Mochi, Durian Choux, Durian Maritozzi, Durian Crème Brûlée, Durian Klapper Tart, Durian Crepe, Durian Sago Pudding, and Malaysian D24 Durian Gelato, showcasing the creamy richness of durian to surprise all durian lovers.
From August 21 to 31, guest Chef Yanavit will be specially invited from Salathip of Shangri-La Bangkok to present the grand finale of the "Southeast Asian Seafood Extravaganza." With over 20 years of culinary experience, Chef Yanavit has had the honour of cooking for members of the Thai royal family, including Princess Sirindhorn. Chef Yanati was also crowned champion at the Pad Thai Cooking Competition. During his guest-chef residency at the hotel, he will bring his award-winning signature Champion Pad Thai to Hong Kong as one of the highlights of the dining experience. In addition, he will present 20 authentic Thai dishes, including Grilled Giant River Prawn, Thai Style Green Curry Seafood, Red Curry Mud Crab with Betel Leaf, Crispy Fried Prawns with Tamarind Sauce, Stir-fried Squid with Chili Paste Oil and Salted Egg, Deep-fried Sea Bass with Southern Thai Curry Paste, made-to-order Thai Boat Noodles and Grilled Marinated Pork, offering a complete and authentic showcase of Thailand's diverse seafood cuisine.
To reward food lovers, the "Check-in and Win" social media campaign is giving away one complimentary Deluxe Room stay with breakfast for two at Shangri-La Bangkok each week (8 rooms in total over the 2-month campaign). Winners will be selected on a weekly basis and announced every Wednesday. Guests who book Big Bay Café's buffet dinner via hotel’s official channel during the promotional period and post an Instagram photo on their public account featuring their favourite buffet highlights will get a chance to win. Posts made during the "Guest Chef Week" from August 21 to 31 are eligible for a double grand prize, both a hotel stay with breakfast and a Salathip Thai Cooking Class experience for two taught by Chef Yanavit himself.
Guests dining on Friday to Sunday will enjoy free-flow selected Red Wine, White Wine, and Beer, adding a delightful finishing touch to the perfect seafood feast. Monday to Thursday diners will enjoy unlimited juices, coffee, and tea.
Date: July 6 to August 31, 2026
Time: 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Price: Monday to Thursday: HKD 768 per person
Friday to Sunday: HKD868 per person
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‘Check-in and Win’ Social Media Campaign:
1. This promotion is applicable only to guests who book dinner buffet through the hotel’s official booking channels.
2. One complimentary Deluxe Room stay with breakfast for two at Shangri-La Bangkok will be awarded each week (8 rooms in total throughout the 2-month campaign). Winners will be selected on a weekly basis and announced every Wednesday via Instagram Story.
3. Instagram posts must be on public accounts, and participants must follow and tag the hotel's official Instagram account. The winner will be chosen based on the greatest number of likes on their Instagram post. Guests must present a receipt to verify dining at the hotel.
4. Posts shared between August 21 and 31 during Guest Chef Week qualify for the double grand prize.
5. The hotel reserves the right to modify or terminate the campaign without prior notice. In case of any dispute, the hotel reserves the right of final decision.