Dubai : Shangri-La invites guests to celebrate Chinese New Year through unforgettable stays and dining experiences across the group’s iconic hotels worldwide. In Chinese symbolism, the horse represents speed, freedom, vitality and ambition. Shangri-La Hotels welcome guests to embrace the energy of the horse and usher in a year of prosperity, momentum and new horizons.
Guests can experience the elegance and dynamism of traditional Lion Dance ceremonies or indulge in award-winning Chinese cuisine, complemented by ceremonial tea rituals designed to welcome a year defined by movement, vitality and abundance.
Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
Experiences include:
- A lion dance performing the ‘Cai Qing’ blessing – 17th February
- Lunar Prosperity Tea – Year of the Horse Edition – 29th January – 25th February
- Shang Palace Lunar Feast – 11th – 18th February
Lunar Afternoon Tea
Guests can enjoy a limited-edition Lunar afternoon tea at the lobby lounge featuring an exquisite selection of sweet and savoury creations, from the zesty ‘Spiced Mandarin Fool’ and delicate ‘Midnight Sesame Macaron’ to the luscious ‘Caramel & Mango Pearl.’ Dim sum classics include chicken and prawn siu mai, har gow and pan-fried beef dumplings.
Lobby Lounge | 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
From AED 190 per person inclusive of tea, coffee and a choice of a zero-proof cocktail
Shang Palace Lunar Feast
Guests can savour exquisite delicacies crafted by Master Chef Qiguo Su and enjoy the captivating ancient Gnoffo Tea Ceremony, skilfully performed by Tea Master Liu Ping.
Chinese New Year Dinner: 6:00 pm. to 10:30 pm. 11th – 18th February
Sharing Menu from AED 388 per person (Soft beverages)
Chinese New Year Brunch: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. 17th & 18th February
Price from AED 298 per person (Soft beverages)
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Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul
Experiences include (all available 11th – 18th February):
- Lunar New Year Stay
- Year of the Horse Afternoon Tea
- The Year of the Horse Feast at Shang Palace
- CHI, The Spa – Asian Balance Ritual
Lunar New Year Stay
A refined escape where East meets West, guests can indulge in a refined three-night escape and delight in daily Bosphorus-view breakfasts at IST TOO, a six-course culinary journey by Head Chef Cheng Lu at the award-winning Shang Palace, a lunar-inspired room amenity and 25% savings at CHI, The Spa.
The Art of Tea – Year of the Horse Afternoon Tea
Guests can embark on a sensory journey blending Eastern and Western traditions, enjoying Shang Palace’s award-winning dim sum, Peking duck bao buns and the hotel’s signature red horse macarons. The experience is complemented by a curated tea selection and a live Kung Fu Tea ceremony rooted in ancient Chinese tea traditions.
Lobby Lounge | 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
2,200 TRY per person, inclusive of an unlimited tea selection
The Year of the Horse Feast at Shang Palace
Guests are invited to welcome the Lunar New Year at award-winning Shang Palace with an exclusive six-course feast curated by Head Chef Cheng Lu. Signature dishes include sautéed tenderloin with spicy garlic sauce, delicately poached grouper and the iconic Peking duck, concluding with steamed custard buns filled with sweet cream. The experience is enhanced by a live Kung Fu Tea ceremony honouring Chinese tea traditions.
CHI, The Spa – Asian Balance Ritual
CHI, The Spa offers its signature Asian Balance Ritual massage, combining techniques from across Asia and warm aromatherapy oils to restore harmony to both body and mind. The experience concludes with a refined selection of Asian teas, thoughtfully chosen to renew energy, clarity and flow, reflecting the forward-moving spirit of the Lunar New Year.
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Shangri-La The Shard, London
Experiences include:
- Lunar New Year Bar Takeover at GŎNG Bar – Monday 9th February | 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Ushering in the Year of the Horse, award-winning Chinese bars Hope & Sesame and Bar SanYou — together with The Living Room Bar by SanYou at The Silk Lakehouse — make a one-night-only London appearance, taking over GŎNG Bar at Shangri-La The Shard, London for an exclusive Lunar New Year bar takeover.
Led by Hope & Sesame founder Bastien Ciocca as well as Aaron Ao, the takeover celebrates contemporary Chinese cocktail artistry with a bespoke menu of baijiu-led cocktails. Guests can expect an elevated evening of innovative flavours, refined craftsmanship and sweeping skyline views from one of London’s highest bars.
Shangri-La Colombo
Experiences include:
- A Feast for the New Year at Shang Palace – 16th – 22nd February
Guests can enjoy a refined set menu inspired by tradition and the symbolism of abundance. Highlights include Shang Palace baked crab, steamed barramundi with red chopped chili sauce and wok-fried prawns with XO sauce.
Lunch: 12:00 to 3:00 pm | Dinner: 6:30 to 10:30 pm
From LKR 10,888++ per person
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Shangri-La Hambantota
Experiences include:
- A Feast for the New Year at Sera Restaurant – 17th February – 3rd March
A Chinese New Year family-style feast inspired by reunion and prosperity. The feast features assorted dim sum, black pepper lamb, hot garlic prawns, crispy noodles, sizzling chicken and traditional Chinese Mango pudding.
LKR 15,000 net per person |Dinner 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Shangri-La Le Touessrok Mauritius
Experiences include:
- A Lunar New Year dinner celebration at TSK – 17th February
The Lunar New Year Dinner comes alive with auspicious flavours and a vibrant dragon dance. Signature dishes include seared chicken gyoza, traditional Peking duck, roasted baby chicken with five-spice and plum sauce and mandarin orange cheesecake.
6:30 pm to 10:30 pm.
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Shangri-La Paris
Experiences include:
- Brunch at La Bauhinia restaurant – 22nd February, 12:00pm to 3:00pm | €178 per person
- Lion Dance – 17th February at 11:00am and 22nd February at 11:45am
- Celebration menu at Shang Palace – From 12th – 17th February, from 6:00pm to 10:00pm
- €198 per person excluding drinks.
Executive Chef Simon Havage invites guests to indulge in an exceptional brunch at La Bauhinia featuring favourites such as a selection of dim sum, salmon and sea bream sashimi, and classic sweet and sour pork.
At Shang Palace, Chef Tony Xu presents a specially curated menu for the occasion, featuring signature dishes including yellowtail Lo Hei with Kristal Caviar, delicate lobster long ha kao, and roasted Peking duck, promising an elegant journey through the finest of Chinese gastronomy.
