Looking for somewhere chic to celebrate Chinese New Year? Ponder over lavish set menus, authentic dishes and a festive Friday brunch
SHANGHAI ME, DIFC
Located in the heart of DIFC, the newly opened Shanghai Me transports guests back to the golden era of 1930’s Shanghai with glamour, art and exquisite cuisine. For Chinese New Year, the restaurant will honour the Chinese tradition of eating seven specific dishes to bring good luck and prosperity for the year ahead. From January 25 to February 8 for Dhs450; +971 4 564 0505
ZENGO, LE ROYAL MÉRIDIEN BEACH RESORT
Ring in the Year of the Rat with a Friday evening brunch at the the elegant Pan-Asian restaurant, Zengo. Expect dragon dances, traditional performers, pop-up bars and live cooking stations serving stir-fired prawns, miso-marinated beef and the signature angry Zengo roll. January 24 8pm to 11pm, Dhs299 for ladies and Dhs399 for gents, inclusive of brunch menu and house bevarges; +971 4 316 5550
HAKKASAN, ATLANTIS THE PALM
World-renowned Cantonese restaurant, Hakkasan, is hosting an authentic dining experience for Chinese New Year; with dishes such as the seabass dragon’s well broth, diver scallops and fortune baked chicken featured on the set menu. Finished with a special mandarin cocktail, and a salted caramel ganache, the evening will also include a wishing tree tradition — inviting guests to write their hopes and dreams on red ribbons hung around the restaurant. Every evening from January 24 to February 8 at 6pm to 11pm, at Dhs498; Hakkasan.com
BELUGA, MANDARIN ORIENTAL JUMEIRA
For a Chinese New Year with a caviar-infused twist, head to Dubai’s only caviar dedicated restaurant, the luxuriously decadent Beluga. Ponder over delicacies such as the crowd-favourite Tsarine potato with Russian Oscietra caviar, angus beef tartare, or the restaurant’s signature golden cigar. It’s sure to be a Lunar New Year like no other. +971 4 340 8882
ZHEN WEI, CAESARS PALACE BLUEWATERS
Decorated with Chinese lanterns and fortune cookies, Zhen Wei is the perfect place to celebrate Chinese New Year in Dubai. Located at Caesars Palace Bluewaters, the pan-asian restaurant is serving up an indulgent six-course menu for the occasion, accompanied by free-flowing mocktails and a lively ambience. From January 25 to February 17 at 6pm to 10.30pm, Dhs350; Caesars.com
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