Island Shangri-La’s culinary offerings for Chinese New Year showcase the finest seasonal ingredients and traditional recipes, reimagined by the hotel’s master chefs. Forever a highlight of the Chinese New Year, Island Shangri-La offers several ways for families and friends to enjoy the joyous, boisterous tradition of lo hei, at cafe TOO and Ming Pavilion, with every ingredient carrying a significant, auspicious meaning to welcome greater abundance and prosperity.
Lo Hei with Island Shangri-La
Forever one of the highlights of the Lunar New Year, Island Shangri-La offers several ways for families and friends to enjoy the joyous, boisterous tradition of lohei, with every ingredient carrying a significant, auspicious meaning to welcome greater abundance and prosperity. The perfect place for families to celebrate together, this year cafe TOO has a special Lo Hei station where guests can have fun making their own. Guests can choose from a variety of premium ingredients including Hokkigai, salmon, tuna, octopus, jelly fish and all the requisite vegetables and flavourings.
And finally, Ming Pavilion has created a Fujian style Lo Hei with a vibrant salad consisting of matsutake mushrooms, crispy taro, and a combination of live Japanese sea whelk and He Tian chicken, served with a special yuzu sauce. Family and friends come together to toss the ingredients while exchanging good wishes, representing the act of inviting abundance and happiness into one’s life for the coming year.
Dates:
cafe TOO: 16 - 22 February 2026
Ming Pavilion: 9 - 23 February 2026
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Restaurant Petrus: A Firework Feast
Usher in prosperity with an exquisite multi-course dinner highlighting luxurious Carabinero Red Prawn, delicate salmon, and premium A5 Olive Wagyu. Elevate the experience with sommelier-curated exquisite wines and champagne pairings. On the night of the spectacular harbour fireworks, diners will enjoy breathtaking vistas of the dazzling display, making this celebration an unforgettable and extraordinary occasion.
Date: 18 February 2026
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Summer Palace: A Cantonese Reunion
Michelin-starred Summer Palace presents a festive menu with seasonal recommendations. Delight in auspicious dim sum creations such as "Nian Nian You Yu" Soup Dumplings with assorted diced meat, abalone and conpoy; "Long Feng Cheng Xiang" Vietnamese-style Rice Rolls with deep-fried crispy shrimp; and "Zhao Cai Jin Bao" Deep-fried Turnip Cakes with diced aired dried meat and brown garlic. Other highlights include "Feng Shan Shui Qi" Sliced Yellowfin Tuna with Assorted Fresh Fruit; "Long Ma Jing Shen" Baked Baby Lobster with Parmesan Cheese; and "Fa Cai Hao Shi Da Li Tang" Sea Moss Soup with Dried Oysters and Pig’s Tongue.
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Festive Dim Sum: 17 - 23 February 2026
Festive Set Menu: 3 February - 18 March 2026
Ming Pavilion: A Fujian Style Celebration
Ming Pavilion, helmed by Chef Jack Lam, invites families to partake in an exceptional dining experience to honour the traditions and celebrations of Chinese New Year. Chinese New year Set Menu features a culinary journey that captures the spirit of prosperity and good fortune typical of the festive season, including a traditional Lo Hei, Double Boiled Fish Maw, Matsutake Mushroom and Chicken Soup, Minnan Traditional Steamed Coral Red garoupa with Xuanwei Ham and Shitake Mushroom, Fried Rice with Scallop, Xia Pu Seaweed and Salted Egg Yolk, and more.
Dates: 9 - 23 February 2026
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cafe TOO: Auspicious Dishes
cafe TOO turns into a happy holiday spot with the Auspicious Chinese New Year Buffet.Kick off the festivities at the dedicated Lo Hei Station with premium ingredients and savour auspicious hot dishes such as nourishing Lotus Root Soup with Pork Trotters, Tongue and Spare Ribs; Braised Seasonal Vegetables with Conpoy; Red-Braised Pork Knuckle with Eggs, traditional Buddha Jumps Over the Wall and more – a feast of abundance and good fortune.
Dates: 16 - 22 February 2026
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Lobby Lounge: Chinese New Year Afternoon Tea
The Lobby Lounge feels warm and welcoming with a classic afternoon tea full of Chinese New Year flavours. Light local dishes are served for lunch and dinner. Chinese instrumental performance and live classic tunes play in the background. Take the experience on the hotel tram for something extra special.
Dates: 17 - 23 February 2026
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Usher in the Year of the Horse with sweetness and prosperity
Island Gourmet presents an exquisite collection of handcrafted chocolate goodies inspired by auspicious Chinese New Year traditions. Highlights include the decadent Salted Kumquat Caramel Mousse Cake, blending tangy kumquat with rich salted caramel in a velvety mousse; the indulgent Maple Syrup Walnut Clementine, featuring nutty walnuts and vibrant clementine notes drizzled with luxurious maple syrup; festive CNY Lion Icing Cookies and CNY Red Pocket Icing Cookies, adorned with intricate designs symbolizing good fortune and joy; and the enchanting Lantern Chocolate, a beautifully sculpted treat evoking the glow of traditional lanterns. These limited-edition delights are perfect for gifting or personal indulgence, available exclusively at Island Gourmet and online via Shangri-La Boutique during the festive season.
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Celebratory Poon Choi
Ideal for reunion gatherings, Ming Pavilion’s Fujian Buddha Jump Over The Wall Poon Choi showcases premium ingredients including fish maw, sea cucumber, golden dried oysters, dried scallops, South African 6-head abalone, live fresh prawns, Hetian chicken, pork hock, quail eggs, black moss (fat choy), taro and Chinese arrowhead, brought together in a hearty, auspicious feast. With its abundant layering and “treasures” in every scoop, poon choi is traditionally enjoyed with the belief that it ushers in prosperity, good fortune and a bountiful year ahead.
Dates: 9 - 23 February 2026
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