Chinese New Year was celebrated in Mumbai on February 17, and the celebrations continue till early March. Photos Courtesy: Special Arrangement
Chinese flavours in Navi Mumbai
This Chinese New Year, Mizuki at Le Méridien Navi Mumbai brings the Spring Festival to life with a celebration that goes beyond a themed menu. The restaurant transforms into a vibrant yet refined festive setting, complete with daily dragon dance performances.
Diners can begin with Crispy Fried Vegetable Wonton and Shanghai Mini Dumpling with Tangy Soya, followed by the visually striking Butterfly Pea Prawn Daikon Roll. The mains spotlight the soulful Clay Pot Tofu with Seasonal Vegetables, balancing warmth and depth. The experience concludes with a delicate Cherry Blossom dessert, capturing the softness and optimism of spring in every bite
Where: Mizuki, Le Méridien Navi Mumbai
When: Till February 25
Time: 5 pm - 12:30 am
Call: 073044 54133 for more details
Lunar New Year in Lower Parel
This Lunar New Year, By The Mekong at The Penthouse, The St. Regis Mumbai, invites diners to indulge in the celebratory menu that explores flavours of China. Helmed by Chef Li Qiang, a master of Chinese cuisine, the menu has a wide variety of dishes that will help Mumbaikars celebrate the 'Year of the Fire Horse' with wok-fried delicacies.
The specially crafted menu by Chef Li pays a deep personal homage to his roots in Shandong, reflecting the flavors and rituals that shaped his childhood. Drawing inspiration from the traditional festivities he grew up with, including dim sum such as Jade Green, delicate spinach-infused green dumpling where fresh seasonal produce highlights balance, color, and natural, and Fragrant Meadow Chicken, a classic northern Chinese dumpling, combining minced chicken and fragrant chives with aromatic oils for a comforting, homestyle flavor. The symbolic Dry-Braised Pomfret in Savory Soy Glaze, signifies abundance, and the Baked Farmer Chicken Wrapped in Lotus Leaf, representing unity and prosperity, making it the perfect meal to share for family celebrations.
Where: By The Mekong, The St Regis Mumbai, Lower Parel
When: Till March 11
Time: 12 noon - 4 pm and 7 pm - 12 midnight
Call: +91 8657522956, +91 22 6162 8422 or +91 22 6162 8000
Asian delights in Kala Ghoda
This Chinese New Year, The Dimsum Room turns One and welcomes the Year of the Horse, for dining experience set in the heart of Mumbai’s historic art district, Kala Ghoda.
Highlights include Mixed Mushroom Cheung Fung, the comforting Silken Tofu Xiao Long Bao, and Asparagus & Water Chestnut Tossed Wontons. It also has classic favourites such as Pork & Shrimp Siu Mai, Prawn Hargow, and Prawn Toast along with bites like Chicken Coriander & Celery Potstickers and Chicken & Chives Wontons.
The main course has Braised Pork Belly (Lou Rou Fan), Cantonese Roast Duck Plate, and Dan Dan Noodles and Mapo Tofu with Jasmine Rice. A beautifully prepared John Dory adds a refined seafood touch to the feast. End your meal with desserts like Hong Kong–Style Compressed French Toast and a contemporary White Chocolate Matcha Cheesecake.
The food can be paired with cocktails and mocktails including Velvet Nightcap, Vihara, Sesame Street, and Paper Crane, designed to seamlessly complement with the flavours of the season and elevate the celebratory mood.
As part of the celebrations, every table will receive a traditional Red Envelope, thoughtfully curated to hold a special surprise adding a touch of joy and auspicious cheer to each dining experience.
Where: The Dimsum Room, Kala Ghoda, Fort
When: On till March 3
Time: Available for lunch and dinner
Price: Rs 5,000 plus taxes for two people
Call: +91 98677 11017 for reservations
A touch of China
Eight in Lower Parel is marking Chinese New Year with a limited-time menu that aims to celebrate comfort and flavour.
The spread moves effortlessly from delicate dumplings like Creamy Broccoli & Spicy Cheese Dimsum and Chicken & Asparagus Dumplings to crowd-pleasers such as the Grilled Chicken Open Bao. Small plates keep the table busy with Stir-Fry Bok Choy & Exotic Mushrooms and Roasted Duck in Chili Oyster Sauce, while dishes like Crispy Broccoli Sandwich Sushi and Shrimp & Salmon Sandwich Sushi add a contemporary edge.
For main course, expect flavour-forward dishes like the Stir-Fry Ramen Noodles, Braised Tofu & Wild Mushrooms, Indonesian Sumatra Curry and a comforting Cantonese Duck in Yellow Bean Sauce. End your meal with Chocolate Ganache, and don't forget to pair your food with cocktails like Golden Gallop, Midnight Zodiac and The Golden Dew, or lighter mocktails such as Sakura Lychee Fizz and Orange Blossom.
Where: Eight, Lower Parel
When: On till March 3
Time: 12 noon to 11:30 pm
Call: +91 9152031614 for reservations
From China to Mumbai
Inspired by 'The Year of the Horse', Foo has launched its 'Take the Reins' food menu for Chinese New Year celebrations this year that blend element's with the restaurant's Asian culinary style.
The menu opens with a festive sushi selection featuring the Golden Prosperity Roll, and Fat Choy Chicken Roll. The dim sum offering includes the Fortune Cottage Cheese Dumpling, and Harmony Prawn Dumpling. Small plates continue the celebration with dishes such as Abundance Baby Potatoes, Fragrant Festival Chicken, and Celebration Asian Seabass. The menu also features Three Treasure Prawns. The festive spread is complemented by Prosperity XO Rice before you conclude on a sweet note, Red Fortune Cherry Delight.
Pair your food with festive cocktails such as tequila-based A Royal Toast, gin-based Crimson Fizz, and vodka-based Silk Route Sunset.
Where: Across its Mumbai outlets
When: Till March 10
Time: 12 noon - 1 am
Call: 093213 46592 for Bandra West, and check online for other phone numbers for reservation
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