10 Best Reunion Dinners in Singapore for a Very Huat Chinese New Year in 2019

The Reunion Dinner (团圆饭) is the most important meal in Chinese tradition. Family members push away work, or fly across the globe, to enjoy a good meal and spend quality time together with their loved ones. Our team has put together a list of the best places in Singapore to have your reunion dinner this Chinese New Year. From decadent delicacies such as pen cai (盆菜) to innovative yu sheng, we have sourced out the best of the best for you. Are you ready to find out more?

• InterContinental Singapore
• Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
• Carlton Hotel
• Crystal Jade
• Stamford Catering
• Pan Pacific Singapore
• Sakae Sushi
• Parkroyal on Pickering
• Neo Garden
• Parkroyal on Kitchener

InterContinental Singapore

I am always excited about the Chinese New Year feast at Man Fu Yuan because Executive Chef Eric Neo never fails to surprise me with his creations. This year, he ups the ante with exquisite yusheng creations, and indulgent fortune feasts. Definitely an amazing place for your reunion dinner in 2019!

Until 19 February 2019, you can enjoy restaurant signatures such as Roasted Pork Belly Roulade and Lobster Egg Noodles with XO chilli sauce from their set menus (from $108 per pax). Besides having a perfectly crisp skin, the aromatic and tasty seafood stuffing in the Roasted Pork Belly Roulade makes it a palate pleaser that’s a must-have dish on the table. The XO chilli sauce in the lobster noodles is extraordinary- you’d definitely be asking for a second serving.

Toss to an even better year with the new Prosperity Yu Sheng ($138, served up to 10 pax). Topped with Hokkiado scallops, salmon, crispy pork crackling and a refreshing apple sauce dressing, it is sure to leave you refreshed.

If you prefer to have your reunion dinner in the comfort of your own home, place an order for the Man Fu Yuan Abundance Treasure Pot ($398). Brimming with 18 different ingredients such as 10-head abalone, braised pig’s trotters, fish maw, Hokkaido scallops, and sea cucumber, the treasure pot will make your mouth water with just its rich aroma. Do order the exceptional Roasted Chicken ($48), Signature Smoked Duck ($88) and Claypot Rice ($80) for takeaway as well.

For reservations, enquiries or to place an order, please email sinhb-festive@ihg.com, call 6825 1131, or visit InterContinentalShoppe.sg. Enjoy 20% early bird savings on Chinese New Year goodies when you place your orders by 20 January 2019, and an additional 5% privilege when you order online at InterContinentalShoppe.sg.

Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel

Usher in an abundant and prosperous Lunar New Year at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel which, as always, is presenting a treasure trove of celebratory treats that are perfect for reunion dinner.

Toss to a year of great tidings with not one but six types of Yu Sheng from Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant. Our favourite is the Lobster, Sea Urchin, Hokkaido Scallop, Salmon, Tuna and Caviar Yu Sheng ($268 nett for large) that’s generously drizzled with a sweet and refreshing Kumquat sauce.

Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant will also be serving the finest Cantonese favourites in their set menus (from $108.80++ per person). Highlights include Braised Bird’s Nest with Assorted Dried Seafood Broth & Saffron; Ginseng Marinated Irish Roast Duck; Deep-fried Lobster with Passionfruit Mayonnaise & Cereal; Braised U.S. Short Ribs with Mandarin Orange Peel.

A savoury delight that’s making its debut this year is the Wan Hao Imperial Pot of Prosperity Pen Cai. The pot is filled with 13 luxurious ingredients such as crispy oyster, braised Irish duck, 3-head abalone, fish maw and sea. Meticulously prepared over a watched fire for several hours, the pot of goodness is packed with nutrition and is great for the skin.

Don’t forget to order their signature Golden Nian Gao Tarts (from $30 nett). This is something I look forward to every Chinese New Year. There are three different flavours for you to choose from ­– green tea, cempedak and yam. All these festive treats are available for takeaway so you can bring them along on your house visits, and share the joy!

For dining reservations or pre-order of takeaway goodies, please call 6831 4605 or email mhrs.sindt.fb.reservations@marriotthotels.com

Carlton Hotel

Celebrate the Year of the Earth Boar with sumptuous delicacies and specialty menus from Wah Lok at Carlton Hotel Singapore.

Kickstart the new year with Wah Lok’s signature Alaskan Crab Lo Hei. The Yu Sheng highlights the natural textures and flavours of fresh crab slices which sit atop hand-shredded seasonal vegetables and homemade condiments and sauces. If you are a fan of sashimi, the Hamachi Yu Sheng in “Soon Tak” Style will not disappoint.

The Longevity Poon Choi is a three-layered elaborate dish filled with luxurious ingredients such as whole abalone, sea cucumber, scallops, dried oysters and superior stock. Perfect for the family reunion dinner, enjoy the goodness at $408++ for 6 persons, $688++ for 10 persons.

Making a debut this year is the Auspicious Golden Pot, a luscious alternative for those who don’t enjoy seafood. It is packed with premium ingredients such as Deer Sinew, Goose Web, Morel, Pork Ribs, Fish Maw, Tianjin Cabbage, Chestnut and Black Moss. It is also reasonably priced at $208++ for 4 persons, $308++ for 6 persons.

Enjoy an exquisite seven or eight-course set menu at Wah Lok from $398++ for 4 persons from 21 January to 19 February 2019. Don’t forget to pick up some goodies at the lobby or order them online. The Salted Egg Fish Skin and Pineapple Tarts are very addictive!

For online purchases, please visit www.signatures.carltonhotel.sg. For reservations, please call Wah Lok at 6311 8188 / 6311 8189 or email wah.lok@carltonhotel.sg

Crystal Jade

Usher in auspicious tidings with lavish celebratory feasts at Crystal Jade’s fine and casual dining restaurant brands. Kickstart a great year with the luxurious Auspicious Tidings Hamachi Yusheng ($128 for large | $88 for small). Group Executive Chef Martin Foo has included salmon roe and umibodo (sea grapes), which provide a burst of briny flavours. The refreshing dressing which is made from fresh passionfruit, roselle juice, plum sauce and basil seeds pairs beautifully with the yusheng.

Other highlights include Steamed Fortune dumplings with aromatic chilli oil ($6.80/6pcs, available at Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao & Crystal Jade Jiang Nan), King Prawn Prepared 2 –Ways ($32.80, available at Crystal Jade Kitchen) and Pan-seared Lobster with XO Sauce on Yuzu Noodle (available at Crystal Jade Palace).

For a fuss-free reunion dinner at home, Crystal Jade’s Auspicious Reunion Feast ($368.80 for 5 pax | $588.80 for 10 pax) is a great option. It comprises Bountiful Abalone Treasure Pot, Reunion Norwegian Salmon Yusheng, Crystal Jade Fortune Chicken, Fried glutinous rice with cured meats, and a choice of either sweet Nian gao or savoury Carrot cake – perfect for any reunion dinner! ORDER NOW: https://estore.crystaljade.com

Stamford Catering

The Blossom Feast Buffet ($23.33/pax) is one of the three Chinese New Year buffets offered by Stamford Catering in 2019. We chose the 10-course Blossom Feast as the serving size was just right for my extended family of around thirty people. The main appeal has got to be how convenient and stress-free the entire experience was. From placing an order, to delivery and set-up, Stamford Catering made sure that everything was smooth.

The Prosperity Imperial Abalone Platter Yusheng was a fantastic start to our feast. Toss the yusheng and slices of abalone as high as you can to welcome a year of prosperity! The Prosperous Salted Egg Yolk Prawn in Nest is one of my favourites. The sizeable prawns wore a light batter that’s dusted with salted egg yolk, which added a grainy texture and mild sweetness.

Ginseng Double-Boiled Chicken in Superior Broth will surely find fans among the older folks. Expect to see a WHOLE chicken and not just mere chicken fillets! I also loved how the superior herbal broth was rich and nourishing. Another dish that you’ll love is the chef’s signature Fortune Royal Thai Baked Pacific Dory Fillet which sees tender dory, which is enveloped in a golden casing, dressed with a sweet Thai sauce and shredded cheese. Head over to https://www.stamfordcs.com.sg/cny-menu-2019/ to make your booking now!

Read more: https://www.chuankain1.sg-host.com/stamford-catering/

Pan Pacific Singapore

Usher in the Year of the Pig at Hai Tien Lo (海天楼)! Take you pick from seven auspiciously-named menus which showcase the very best of Cantonese cuisine. Helmed by new Executive Chef, Ben Zeng, Hai Tien Lo (海天楼) decorates the traditional classics with a spark of innovation. The exquisite menus feature delicacies such as the Double-boiled Buddha Jumps Over The Wall with Morel Mushrooms along with the elegant Stewed Inaniwa Udon with Lobster in Superior Soya Sauce.

Vegetarians, rejoice! Chef Ben Zeng has also prepared a full 7-course Blossoming Spring Menu which comprises the delicious Double-boiled Maltose with Bamboo Pith, Matsutake Mushrooms and Chinese Herbs, and Sautéed Asparagus with Sliced Crispy Lotus Roots.

The Lou Hei at Hai Tien Lo is equally creative and opulent. The sumptuous options include the Blossoming Treasures Yu Sheng with Sliced Abalone, Crispy Barbecued Suckling Pig, Deep-fried Crab Meat Sticks and Black Truffle ($138, serves 4-6/ $198 serves 7-10 as well as the ultra-luxe Prosperity Yu Sheng with Baby Abalone, Shredded Dried Scallops and Crispy Silver Whitebait ($90, serves 4-6/ $138 serves 7-10). Hai Tien Lo is always fully booked for reunion dinners so you might want to make your reservations now. Remember to grab your Chinese New Year goodies from Pacific Marketplace!

Sakae Sushi

Are you feeling the Chinese New Year festive vibes yet? We sure are! Sakae Sushi has launched the 8 Treasures Yusheng ($48.88) which features some of their signature Japanese seasoned appetizers such as Mala Asari and Spicy Kimchi Topshell. The yu sheng comes complete with Chuka Kurage, Chuka Wakame and Chuka Hotate. It is a spicy yusheng so all the mala queens in my office were very excited. Don’t worry about the heat level, it is very mild!

If mala is not your thing, go for the signature Rong Yusheng (from $34.88) which will please your palate. Served with the freshest air-flown Norwegian salmon sashimi and Sakae’s secret recipe sauce, the yu sheng will dazzle your taste buds! Rong Prosperity Yusheng comes in three sizes which is perfect for any gathering. If you want to make the yu sheng a tad fancier, you can top up $73 for Australian 1-Head Jumbo Abalone (while stocks last)!

Having a party at home this Chinese New Year? Order the Festive Bundles. We had the Fortune Combo ($170 member, $180 public) which comes with Rong Yusheng, Spring Blossom Platter and Prosperity Platter. We dug straight into the Seared Maguro Maki!

Available for preorder, visit www.sakaedelivery.com for more information. Alternatively, you can enjoy the yusheng at all Sakae outlets from 18th January – 24th February 2019. Don’t forget to check out their Oishii Voucher Package. For $188 NETT, you will receive 4 x $50 Cash Vouchers, 1 x 50% off Yusheng off any size Voucher and 3 x 50% off any item Dine-In Voucher. For $288 NETT, you will get 6 x $50 Cash Vouchers + 1 x $20 Cash Vouchers, 1 x 50% off, Yusheng off any size Voucher, 5 x 50% off any item Dine-In Voucher.

Parkroyal on Pickering

From now to 19 February 2019, Lime Restaurant will be serving a range of festive offerings which include Baked Seabass with Homemade Spicy Glaze, Stir-Fried Sliced Pork with Leek and Spicy Bean Sauce and Drunken Seafood Bowl. The highlight is definitely the Drunken Seafood Bowl. Savour the sweetness of crayfish, prawns, clams and mussels, which are swimming in a fragrant brew of Chinese herbs and wine. The prawns were juicy and meaty, and the clams and mussels carried the rich aroma and fragrance of wine.

For those with a taste for the finer things, feast on the Roasted Chicken with Sze Chuan Pepper- Infused Barbeque Sauce, Roasted Beef Sirloin with Dang Gui infused Jus, and Lime’s signature Baby Lobster Laksa. No celebration at PARKROYAL on Pickering is complete without their famous dessert line up. In between hearty conversations with relatives, treat yourself to the Mandarin Cheesecake, Raspberry Osmanthus Jelly, Eight Treasure Cake and fried nian gao – certainly a great choice for your reunion dinner!

Gather your family and friends for a great celebration over a buffet dinner or go for Super Lunch Sunday because you will receive a complimentary Prosperity Yu Sheng Platter for bookings of 10 persons and above. Reap an abundant harvest with Lime’s homemade Yu Sheng which is served with fresh salmon slices, crispy fish skin, gold coin bak kua, and the chef’s special Yu Sheng sauce. If you have a smaller group, that’s no problem too — Lime’s Prosperity Yu Sheng is also available for sale at SGD48++ (small) and SGD88++ (large).

Read more: https://www.chuankain1.sg-host.com/parkroyal-pickering-chinese-new-year-2019/

Neo Garden

The coming spring is a time for joyous celebration with family & friends. There is no better place to revel in festivities and enjoy a delectable reunion dinner together at the comfort of your home this Lunar New Year. Whether you are looking at something for your cosy reunion of 5 or a celebration with your extended family of 50, Neo Garden has something for every gathering sizes.

For a small reunion dinner, you can get a Prosperity Savouries Set (from $298.88) which includes Deluxe Treasure Pot, Prosperity Salmon Yu Sheng, Yam Rice with Mushroom and more. If you are celebrating with your extended family, you can choose from their prosperity savouries sets, reunion sets or mini buffet menus. There are also local favourites such as Neo Garden DIY Popiah Set, DIY Laksa Set, Hainanese Chicken Rice Set, Rendang Mutton Briyani Set, Neo’s Lucky Satay and more.

Toss & HUAT to a prosperous year and with an array of 10 different types of Yu Shengs. From traditional prosperity Yu Sheng to their signature 30” Heng Heng Yu Sheng and award-winning Dragon Yu Sheng, Neo Garden has Yu Shengs for different tiers of “HUAT-ness”. Customisation of Yu Sheng available as well! Visit https://www.neogarden.com.sg to book your buffet now.

Parkroyal on Kitchener

Kick-start your reunion dinner at Spice Brasserie with the Five Treasure Fortune Set that includes the Abalone Fruits Yu Sheng, Crispy Soft Shell Crab with Salted Egg Mayo, Braised Abalone with Sea Cucumber, Lobster Money Bag, and Wok Fried Bamboo Clam with Celery and Mushroom in Yam Basket. Available exclusively for dinner on 4 February 2019 only, the premium platter served to table is set to be the highlight of your New Year gatherings with your family and friends.

Alongside the extensive range of mouthwatering premium dishes, the all-new Roasted Duck with Orange Marmalade Jam promises a juicy and tender roast complimented with a citrusy blend. Diners can also expect Wok Fried US Scallop with Asparagus, Wok Fried Chicken Dice in Shao Shing Chiew with Yam Basket and River Prawn Noodles, and more on the buffet line.

Exclusive to the show kitchen stations, the team of chefs presents the Baked Salmon Fish in Portuguese Style, local delight Fried Oyster Omelette and the crusty Roast Pork Knuckle with Apple Jam just to name a few. Shellfish lovers will love to tuck into the Chilled Snow Crab Claw, Baked Oysters as well as the must-have Singapore Chili Crab with Chinese Mantou. Available from 31 January to 6 February 2019, the Sumptuous Spring buffet feasts at Spice Brasserie is priced from SGD38 per person.

Chinese New Year is just around the corner and most of the places on our list are almost fully booked for reunion dinners, so make your reservations as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!

From all of us here at MissTamChiak.com, we wish you and your family a prosperous Chinese New Year! May this year bring you good health, great wealth, and may your tummies always be filled with delicious food!

HUAT AH! HUAT AH! HUAT AH!