Ken & Weiwei Singapore Food Journal

Usher in the Year of the Horse with an elegant Chinese New Year celebration at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore , where Jiang-Nan Chun will be offering Set Menus from SGD 218 per person, available 16 January to 3 March 2026. Helmed by award-winning Executive Chinese Chef Alan Chan, the auspicious menus showcase refined Cantonese craftsmanship with highlights including Golden Prosperity Yu Sheng, Four Seasons Pen Cai, Double-Boiled Free-Range Chicken Soup with Deer Antler, Fish Maw and Sea Whelk, Steamed Star Garoupa Fillet with Jinhua Ham and Egg White, Steamed Glutinous Rice with Preserved Sausages and Pan-Fried Hokkaido Scallop, and nourishing desserts such as Chilled Peach Resin, Dried Apricots with American Ginseng and Bird’s Nest paired with Hong Kong Traditional-Style Fried Chinese Doughnut.

Beyond Jiang-Nan Chun, the hotel presents a full suite of Lunar New Year experiences including festive takeaways and luxury hampers, reunion dinner and brunch buffets at One-Ninety Restaurant, Nordic Afternoon Tea at One-Ninety Bar, NOBU Singapore exclusive Nobu-Style Yu Sheng and seasonal bento offerings, as well as elegant Lunar New Year banquets in the hotel’s ballrooms, all thoughtfully curated with signature Four Seasons service for a prosperous start to 2026.

📣 Call +65 6831 7253 , email festiveseason.sin@fourseasons.com or head to https://www.fourseasons.com/singapore/seasonal/chinese-new-year/ to find out more.

🏢 190 Orchard Boulevard Singapore 248646

Lunar New Year guides the 2026 festive offerings at Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro in Hilton Singapore Orchard , where an extensive selection of time-honoured classics is elevated with refined, luxurious touches to usher in a prosperous year. From thoughtfully curated set menus available for lunch from 9 February to 3 March 2026 and dinner from 2 February to 3 March 2026, to an expansive à la carte and vegetarian selection, as well as festive takeaway goodies from 19 January to 3 March 2026, the celebrations are presented in the restaurant’s signature Chūka Szechwan Ryori style.

Seven dine-in set menus are crafted for both intimate gatherings and larger festive occasions. Among them, the Triumphant Menu features highlights such as Prosperity Madai Yu Sheng, Foie Gras Chawanmushi with Crab Roe Soup, Wok-fried Prawn with Fresh Lily Bulb and Asparagus, Crispy Roasted Sakura Chicken with Fragrant Garlic, Deep-fried Marble Goby with Yuzu Sauce, and Braised South African 4-head Abalone with Black Moss and Seasonal Vegetables, concluding with Wok-fried Glutinous Rice with Foie Gras, Chinese Sausages and Black Truffle, alongside Chilled Szechwan Jelly with Seasonal Fruit and a Crispy Duo-flavour Nian Gao Roll for a sweet, auspicious finish.

📣 Call 6831 6262 , email shisenhanten@ouerestaurants.com email or head to https://www.tablecheck.com/en/shisenhantensingapore/reserve/landing to find out more.

🏢 333 Orchard Road Level 35 Hilton Singapore Orchard Singapore 238867

💲Cost:
Set Menus Priced from 168++ to 388++

Food Capital at Grand Copthorne Waterfront presents its signature Peranakan buffet, Riverside Peranakan Feast, happening from 2 January 2026.

Drawing from generations-old recipes and traditional techniques, Executive Chef David Toh and iconic Nyony a Singing
Cher Shirley Tay Food Capital will present a rotating spread of Peranakan favourites such as Deep-fried Pomfret with Sambal Chilli, Bakwan Kepiting (crab meatball soup), Kachang Bendi Chincalok (ladies’ fingers with shrimp sauce), Goreng Assam Udang (prawns in tamarind sauce), Beef Rendang and Oxtail Buah Keluak,each dish reflecting their shared passion for preserving and elevating Peranakan flavours.

Seafood lovers can look forward to Seafood Island, featuring Freshly Shucked Irish Oysters and Snow Crab Legs, available exclusively during dinner. The experience is complemented by Live Stations serving succulent Australian Grain-Fed Beef Striploin with Red Wine Jus and Slow Roasted Lamb Leg with Rosemary Jus, carved to order. To round off the feast, a selection of comforting local desserts awaits, including Pulut Hitam, Bubor Terigu, Bubor Cha Cha, and the rich, indulgent Durian Pengat.

📣Call +65 8168 1539 / +65 6233 1338
, email DINING.GCW@MILLENNIUMHOTELS.COM
or head to https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/destinations/asia/singapore/grand-copthorne-waterfront/dining/food-capital/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23273066561&gbraid=0AAAAAq0WoY7YkL10dait-x4IwdtnmaUxo#/ to book.

🏢 392 Havelock Road Singapore 169663

York Hotel Singapore brings back a beloved crowd favourite with the return of the third edition of its Penang Hawkers’ Fare, running from now to 4 January 2026.

Perfectly timed for year-end gatherings and celebrations, the Penang Hawkers’ Fare offers a nostalgic culinary journey inspired by the vibrant hawker culture of Penang. Guests can look forward to an array of timeless classics, including Oyster Omelette, Penang Laksa, Penang Prawn Mee, Char Kway Teow, Penang Rojak, and Nasi Lemak with Inche Kabin.

Beyond the savoury highlights, the spread also features perennial favourites such as Roti Canai, alongside a tempting selection of traditional desserts including Ban Chang Kueh, Ice Kachang, and Chendol. To complete the experience, diners can enjoy a refreshing flow of beverages such as Calamansi, Teh Tarik, Bandung, as well as coffee and tea—for a truly indulgent feast that transports guests to the bustling streets of Penang.

📣 Call 6737 0511 , email whiterosecafe@yorkhotel.com.sg
or head to https://www.yorkhotel.com.sg/offers/penang-hawkers-fare-december-2025 to find out more.

🏢 21 Mount Elizabeth Singapore 228516

💲Cost:
Time: 12 pm to 2.30 pm (Lunch)
6.30 pm to 10.00 pm (Dinner)

Price: $38* per adult, $23* per child between 5 and 11 years of age (Mondays to Thursdays)

$42* per adult, $27* per child between 5 and 11 years of age (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays)

Stride into the Year of the Horse with feasts brimming with energy and abundance at Paradox Merchant Court Singapore with the Ballroom Reunion Banquet, available as a 7-Course Huat Lunch or 8-Course Fatt Dinner.

The reunion menu showcases an auspicious spread of festive highlights including Peranakan-Style Yu Sheng with Salmon and Fried Glass Noodles in Tamarind Dressing, Mama Itek Tim with Pickled Mustard Vegetable, Duck Meat, Tomato, Ginger & Preserved Plum, and the indulgent Fortune Abundance Pot featuring Fish Roe Treasure Bag, 10-head Abalone, Tiger Prawn, XO Chinese Sausage, Roasted Pork Belly, Roasted Duck, Fatt Choy & Flower Mushroom.

The feast continues with Crispy Red Grouper with Nyonya Sauce, Emperor Herbal Chicken with Chicken Essence, Golden Tofu with Broccoli in Fragrant Garlic Crumbs, and Five-Grain Glutinous Rice with Preserved Meat.

Beyond the ballroom, Paradox Singapore’s festive offerings extend from 2 January to 3 March 2026 with the Golden Treasure Buffet at Ellenborough Market Café, featuring Chinese favourites, Peranakan signatures and local delights such as Double-Boiled Abalone Chicken with Wild Ginseng, Angelica Roasted Duck with Ginger-Poached Pear, Longevity Noodles with Braised Abalone, Crispy Prawn Dumplings, Boston Lobster, Drunken Herbal Prawns and Marmite Pork Ribs.

Completing the celebrations are the Spring Reunion Afternoon Tea at Crossroads Bar, along with Prosperity Bundles and takeaway specialties — including Yu Sheng, Abundance Pots, lotus leaf rice and festive roasts.

📣 Call 6337 2288 or head to paradoxhotels.com/singapore to find out more.

🏢 20 Merchant Road Singapore 058281

💲Cost:
Ballroom Reunion Banquet
7-Course Huat Lunch
$1,118++ per table (10 diners)
📅 14 – 15 February 2026, 12.00 – 3.00pm
8-Course Fatt Dinner
$1,318++ per table (10 diners)
13 – 16 February 2026, 6.00 to 9.00pm

Festive Buffet
2 January – 3 March 2026
Lunch Buffet
$78++/adult , $34++/child
Monday to Friday 12.00pm to 2.30pm
Saturday, Sunday / PH 12.00pm to 2.00pm , 2.00 to 4.00pm

Dinner Buffet
$98++/adult , $42++/child
Monday to Friday 6.00pm to 10.00pm
Saturday, Sunday / PH 6.00pm to 8.00 pm , 8.00 to 10.00pm

Reunion Dinner Buffet
13 to 16 February 2026
6.00pm to 8.00 pm | 8.00pm to 10.00 pm
$128++/adult , $64++/child

Save 30% when you pre-pay
with AMEX, Citibank, DBS/POSB or UOB credit cards. (excludes 16 Feb)

Pacific Emporium at Pan Pacific Singapore presents its Festive Afternoon Tea experience, beginning with a complimentary Cinnamon Spark welcome drink — a warming blend of cinnamon honey syrup, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic bitters. Guests can enjoy an array of festive savouries such as Lobster Salad with Crispy Crousta, Salmon and Cheese Roulade, and Apple and Walnut Savoury Tart, alongside sweet indulgences including Hazelnut Passion Fruit Log Cake, Raspberry Rosella Choux, Mixed Fruit Scones and Classic Scones, among others. On weekdays, the afternoon tea is elegantly presented on a three-tiered stand and complemented by a choice of main course such as Master Butcher’s Pork Roulade, Turkey Slider, or Penang Prawn Noodle Soup.

On weekends, the experience transforms into a lavish buffet-style affair. Guests can indulge in an expanded spread alongside a Chef’s Speciality Showcase featuring highlights such as Master Butcher’s Pork Roulade, Festive Beef Wellington, Traditional Roasted Turkey Breast, Penang Prawn Noodle Soup, and an assortment of Sticky Toffee Pudding — perfect for a celebratory festive gathering.

📣 Call 6826 8240 , email dining.ppsin@panpacific.com or head to https://eshop-ppsin.panpacific.com/products/festive-afternoon-tea-2025 to find out more.

First Seating 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Second Seating 4.00pm to 6.00pm
Mondays to Fridays
$68++ per person

Saturdays & Sundays (Buffet-style)
Adult: $78++
Child: $39++ (6 to 12 years old)

🏢 7 Raffles Boulevard Singapore 039595

Goodwood Park Hotel Singapore ushers in the Year of the Horse with an exceptional showcase of Lunar New Year delights, available for walk-in purchase at The Deli at Goodwood Park Hotel, Min Jiang and Min Jiang Dempsey from 23 January to 3 March 2026. Online pre-orders open from 11 January 2026 via goodwoodparkfestive.oddle.me, with both collection and delivery options available.

The festive line-up features 18 brand-new Lunar New Year creations, led by sculptural centrepieces such as The Charming Stallion (Butter Cake) , Pineapple Turnover Ring, Gold Ingots of Prosperity Pineapple Financiers, alongside the indulgent ‘Mao Shan Wang’ Osmanthus Blossom Dome with delicate floral notes.

Festive highlights from Min Jiang and Min Jiang Dempsey include the Min Jiang Dempsey Blossoming Prosperity ‘Lo Hei’ (NEW), Min Jiang Dempsey Five Blessings Appetiser Platter (NEW), Double-boiled Whole Chicken Soup with Abalone, Fish Maw, Dried Scallop, Water Chestnut and Pork Tendon in Claypot, Braised Boneless Pork Knuckle, Abalone, Minced Shrimp & Chicken stuffed in Lotus Root and Sea Treasures in Pot, as well as the comforting Min Jiang Claypot Reunion Rice.

📣 Call 6737 7411 or head to www.goodwoodparkhotel.com to find out more.

🏢 22 Scotts Road Singapore 228221

Celebrate the magic of the season with the Christmas Buffet at Element in Amara Singapore , where an abundant feast of international classics and festive favourites awaits. Guests can look forward to a joyful spread featuring comforting hot entrées such as Salmon in Dill Sauce, Lamb Casserole, and Beef Stew, alongside a grand carving station showcasing Roasted Prime Rib Bone-in, Traditional Roasted Turkey, and Baked Gammon Ham.

Seafood lovers will enjoy the impressive seafood-on-ice display with Boston Lobster, Freshly Shucked Oysters, and Poached King Crab, complemented by a dedicated Japanese counter offering sashimi and freshly rolled sushi. To end on a sweet note, festive desserts like Pecan Tart, Apple Crumble, Christmas Bread and Butter Pudding, Cranberry Coconut Panna Cotta, and Traditional Christmas Stollen complete this indulgent holiday dining experience.

📣 Call 6879 2626 / 9248 0475 , email dining@amarahotels.com or find out more at https://singapore.amarahotels.com/restaurants-bars/element

🏢 165 Tanjong Pagar Road Singapore 088539

💲Cost:
Christmas Lunch Buffet Menu
Now to 31 December 2025
$78++ per person | $46++ per child (6-11 years old)

Christmas Dinner Buffet Menu
Now to 31 December 2025
$108++ per person | $64++ per child (6-11 years old)

This festive season, Allora at Crowne Plaza Changi Airport brings the comforting flavours of Italy and the warmth of tradition right to your doorstep — available now through 1 January 2026. Thoughtfully prepared by Executive Chef Stefano Sanna and his culinary team, the menu features indulgent holiday favourites—from the Traditional Roast Turkey with chestnut stuffing to the Rum Honey Glazed Gammon Ham, alongside returning crowd-pleasers like the Black Pepper Iberico Pork Ribs and Italian-style Pork Porchetta.

The festive highlights featured here are the Brasato di Manzo, a luxurious reinvention of Crowne Plaza Changi Airport’s signature beef ribs—slow-braised in red wine with rosemary, garlic, and vegetables, served over truffle mashed potato. Seafood lovers can indulge in the Frutti Di Mare Seafood Penne, featuring calamari, prawns, and black mussels tossed in a rich tomato sauce. To end on a sweet note, the Alloramisu Yule Log presents a festive twist on tiramisu, layered with mascarpone mousse, savoiardi sponge, hazelnut praline, and bold espresso for a delightful finale to your holiday feast.

📣 Email festive.cpca@ihg.com to enquire or enjoy 30% off with code PLZ30 at
https://crowne-plaza-changi-airport.myshopify.com/#christmas-festivetakeaways2025 .

🏢 75 Airport Boulevard 01-01 Singapore 819664

The Magic Table at Andaz Singapore is an immersive dining experience that blends world-class illusion with gourmet cuisine, featuring the renowned magician duo Thommy Ten & Amélie van Tass — celebrated stars of America’s Got Talent and Las Vegas. Through cutting-edge 3D projections, each table transforms into a vibrant stage where reality and illusion merge, guiding guests through an interactive narrative woven into a five-course menu. Designed as a theatrical journey, every dish unfolds like a chapter in the story, thoughtfully crafted by Executive Chef Martin Satow and his culinary team to surprise, delight, and engage the senses.

The Wizard’s Essentials Menu ($156.80++) takes diners through a magical culinary performance, beginning with The Royal Tartare, followed by The Crystal Ball terrine, the silky Hokkaido squash velouté of Houdini’s Escape, and the indulgent Black Angus short rib and scallops in The Magicians’ Circle, before concluding with The Final Illusion dessert. Guests can elevate their experience with The Grand Illusion Menu ($240.20++), featuring luxurious additions like uni, caviar, and lobster. A vegetarian Enchanted Garden menu and a Young Magician’s Feast are also available. Magic Table runs on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 6.00pm and 8.30pm.

📣 Find out more at www.themagictable.com/singapore

🏢 5 Fraser Street Singapore 189354