Celebrate the Year of the Dog at InterContinental Hong Kong's celebrated restaurants and enjoy front row seats for the Lunar New Year's Fireworks Display over Victoria Harbour on February 17. InterContinental Hong Kong, with its dramatic waterfront location, provides the ultimate viewing of the Lunar New Year Fireworks Display and the neon-lit Hong Kong Island skyline. 

Yan Toh Heen

For a traditional Chinese New Year's Feast of award-winning Cantonese cuisine by Chef Lau Yiu Fai on February 17, the 2-Michelin star Yan Toh Heen presents an 8-course set dinner at HK$2,988 per person.

Chef Lau's Fireworks Dinner menu includes Barbecued Suckling Pig and Golden Sun-dried Oyster followed by Double Boiled Sea Cucumber with Fish Maw. Next is Wok-fried Lobster with Water Chestnuts and Fungus. Next comes Braised Whole Abalone (28 Heads) and Japanese Mushrooms in Oyster Jus, followed by Steamed Garoupa Fillet with Mandarin Zest and Red Dates. The feast continues with Braised Bamboo Piths and Sea Moss with Fungus. This is followed by Steamed Glutinous Rice with Crab Roe and Preserved Meat. For dessert, Sweetened Red Bean Cream with Glutinous Rice Dumplings and Chilled Red Date Pudding with Bird's Nest served with 1970 Aged Supreme Liu Pao Tea

 

Yan Toh Heen – Chinese New Year Fireworks Dinner Menu

The special "Fat Choy" menu (HK$1,888 per person) which includes traditional Lunar New Year delicacies is available from January 18 – March 4, 2018 (except the Fireworks Night on February 17).

 The 5-course menu features Barbecued Suckling Pig, Golden Sun-dried Oyster and Crispy Lobster with Spicy Salt, followed by “Buddha Jumping Over the Wall” (a special Chinese New Year dish of Double Boiled Abalone, Fish Maw, Sea Cucumber, Conpoy,Morchella, Bamboo Piths, Mushrooms, Black Chicken and Sea Moss in Soup). Next is Wok-fried Wagyu Beef and Duck Liver with Spicy Sauce served in a Hot Stone, followed by Fried Multi-Grain Rice with Scallops, Chestnuts and Pine Nuts. For dessert, Sweetened Red Beans Cream with Sesame Dumplings and Bird's Nest

served with Wuyi Supreme Tea.

 

Yan Toh Heen – Fat Choy Menu

 

Rech by Alain Ducasse

Newly awarded 1-Michelin star in the 2018 Michelin Guide to Hong Kong & Macau, Rech by Alain Ducasse celebrates its first Chinese New Year of operation with a 6-course Fireworks Dinner (HK$1,988 per person) by Executive Chef Stéphane Gortina.

 The dinner starts with Marinated scallops-caviar / langoustine, coral-basil / gratinated cockles, followed by

Tiny spelt from Haute-Provence, cuttlefish-sesame-coriander. Next is Brittany lobster, salsify-chestnut. Followed by Truffled Camembert. To cleanse the palate, Citrus composition. For dessert, Chocolate from Alain Ducasse's Manufacture in Paris, crunchy praline.

 

Rech by Alain Ducasse – Chinese New Year Fireworks Dinner Menu

 

NOBU InterContinental Hong Kong

On February 17, NOBU InterContinental Hong Kong will showcase its innovative new-style Japanese cuisine with an 8-course menu created by NOBU Executive Chef Sean Mell at HK$1,888 per adult (6:00pm-11:00pm).

The Chinese New Year Omakase menu starts with O-Toro Sashimi, Aoume Sauce /  Ise Ebi Sashmi & Caviar, Umami Matcha Powder, followed by Zuwai Kani, Uni & Ikura / Nori Taco with Tamago Sauce.

Next is a Whole Ezo Awabi with Truffle Foie Gras Miso / Buri & Kue Sashimi, Aji Amarillo, Kinkan Dressing. Then comes a Deluxe Sushi Assortment, followed by Crispy Spanish Red Prawns with Salsa Verde and Onion Ginger Soy. The next course is Roasted King Fish with Wakame Karashi Sumiso, followed by A5 Miyazaki Wagyu with Jalapeño Salsa, Then Spicy Seafood Udon; and for dessert, “Golden Wishes”: Mikan, Honey and Pecan

 

NOBU InterContinental Hong Kong – Chinese New Year Fireworks Dinner Menu

 

THE STEAK HOUSE winebar + grill

At THE STEAK HOUSE winebar + grill, indulge in a 4-course set menu at HK$1,888 per adult.

That includes a Seafood Platter with Boston Lobster, King Crab Legs and a Jumbo Scallop, This is followed by the Deluxe Salad Bar. For the main course, enjoy your choice from our Charcoal Grill:

US Tenderloin 8oz, US Striploin 12oz, US Rib Eye 12oz or Chilean Sea Bass 10oz.

 

Alternatively select:

Japanese A5 HIDA Wagyu Tenderloin (8oz) (additional $1.580)

Japanese A5 HIDA Wagyu Striploin (10oz) (additional $1,200)

Australian Wagyu Grade 9Rib Eye (12oz) (additional $1,080)

 

All main course are served with Black Truffle Potatoes,Cauliflowere Mimosa and Asparagus

Save room for the decadent Chinese New Year Dessert Buffet.

 

THE STEAK HOUSE winebar + grill – Chinese New Year Fireworks Dinner Menu

 

Harbourside

On February 17, Harbourside, renowned for its exceptional international buffets, presents its Chinese New Year Dinner Buffet for:

1st seating: HK$1,738 per adult / HK$1,218 per child

2nd seating: HK$1,738 per adult / HK$1,218 per child

 

Timing for the 1st & 2nd seating is TBA.

The children's price is applicable for children ages 3-11 years old.

 

The elaborate international buffet features Live Action Stations, including a Grilled Station with our chefs preparing Prawns, Squid, Beef kalbi, Chicken percik, Salmon teriyaki, Miso pork, Turkish beef kebabs and condiments.

 

Special Chinese New Year menu items on the February 17th Dinner Buffet include

-Stewed Sea Cucumber with Goose Web, Shitake, Broccoli

-Stewed Fish Maw with Corn-fed Chicken

-Stewed Abalone with Kai Lan

-Braised Dried Oysters with Seasonal Vegetables

-Peking Duck with Condiments

-Pan Seared Foie Gras, Caramelized Pineapple, Brioche

-Roasted US Tomahawk Beef

-Chinese Style Roast Suckling Pork

 

At the Harbourside Buffet, enjoy the traditional Lo Hei (Prosperity Toss), a Teochew-style raw fish salad eaten especially at Chinese New Year. It is freshly tossed with strips of raw fish, shredded vegetables and a variety of sauces and condiments, along with other ingredients. Yusheng, which literally means "raw fish" is considered a symbol of abundance, prosperity and good health. Consequently, the tossing of the Lo Hei at Chinese New Year is auspicious.

February 12-18 (8:00pm at the Dinner Buffet, except for the Fireworks Night on February 17)

February 17: 7:00pm for 1st seating / 9:30pm for the 2nd seating

February 16-18: 1:15pm at the Chinese New Year Lunch Buffet

 

Harbourside Fireworks Dinner Buffet Highlights

Table reservations for our restaurants can be made in advance by calling InterContinental Hong Kong's Restaurant Reservations Centre at +852 2313-2323 or e-mailing our Restaurant Reservations Centre: fb.hongkong@ihg.com

 

Lobby Lounge

The Lobby Lounge offers front-row viewing of the Fireworks Display. In the evening enjoy the panoramic views while enjoying live jazz music.

On February 17 (6:00pm – 10:00pm), the minimum charge per person is HK$888 per adult. Try our #852TAILS of Hong Kong (signature cocktails).

During the month of February, try our innovative Chinese New Year Cocktail Menu which is inspired by local Hong Kong flavours:

-  YEAR OF THE DOG: Vodka, Irish Cream, Amaretto, Almond Milk and Walnut Pudding
-  JADE: Green Tea infused Vodka, Fresh Mango Juice, Cranberries, Lemon Juice, Green Tea Syrup and Egg White
-  RED POCKET*: Scotch Whisky,  Fresh Orange Juice and Red Bean Paste
-  DRAGON'S FORTUNE: Tequila, Grapefruit Juice, Lemon Juice, Sugar Syrup, Elderflower Liqueur, Chili Flakes and Tabsaco

Over the Chinese New Year Holidays, the Lobby Lounge provides an ideal spot for relaxed afternoon tea. Now through February 28, experience our Fragrant Rose Afternoon Tea Set in partnership with the luxurious skincare brand MDNA SKIN.  The Fragrant Rose-themed Tea Set features the favourite scent of Madonna, the legendary “Queen of Pop” who inspired the brand.

From February 15-21, enjoy selections from the Lobby Lounge's Chinese New Year Snack Menu, which includes the Auspicious Chinese New Year “Lo Hei” Dish (Shredded Abalone, Roasted Duck, Fish Maw and Jelly Fish, accompanied with Green and Red Bell Peppers, Honeydew and Cantaloupe Melon, Scallions, Turnip, Julienne Carrots, Chopped Walnuts and Pine Nuts with Sesame Yuzu Dressing).

Additional selections include:

-Golden Abalone, Fish Maw, Sea Cucumber Tartlet

-Wagyu Beef, Back Truffle and wild Mushroom in Puff Pastry

-Deep-fried Lobster Spring Rolls with Hot and Sour Sauce

-Wok-fried Organic Savoury Kagoshima Thick Cut Daikon Pudding (Turnip Cake) with Homemade XO sauce

-New Year Pudding with Tokachi Red Beans and Okinawa Kokuto Syrup

Lobby Lounge – Chinese New Year Snack Menu

Please add 10% service charge to all restaurant prices.

(The Lobby Lounge does not accept reservations.)

 

Room with a View

Almost two-thirds of InterContinental Hong Kong's 503 guest rooms have spectacular panoramic harbourviews. For front-row viewing of the Fireworks Display on Victoria Harbour on February 17 reserve a harbourview room or suite.

For room reservations, please contact InterContinental Hong Kong at:

Tel: (852) 2721 1211   Fax: (852) 2739 4546 E-mail: hongkong@ihg.com.

www.hongkong-ic.intercontinental.com

 

Yan Toh Heen Chinese New Year Homemade Puddings & Festival Cooking Class 

Why not order our homemade Chinese New Year puddings to give to family? Executive Chef Lau Yiu Fai and his team at our 2-Michelin star Yan Toh Heen are preparing homemade Chinese New Year Puddings made with the finest ingredients.

Select from:

• Savoury Kagoshima Thick Cut Daikon Pudding HK$388
• Chinese New Year Tokachi Red Bean Pudding with Okinawa Kokuto Syrup HK$368

Order on our e-shop to receive 10% discount while stocks last.

When ordering 10 or more boxes of Chinese New Year puddings, patrons can also receive a discount. For enquiries, please contact our Restaurant Reservations Centre at +852 2313 2323.  Chinese New Year Puddings can be collected at Yan Toh Heen from January 19th – 26th between 1:00pm and 10:00pm daily.

Yan Toh Heen also has two Chinese New Year Hampers featuring an assortment of Chinese New Year puddings and delicacies.  The Yan Toh Heen Supreme Chinese New Year Hamper (HK$7,688) or the Yan Toh Heen Deluxe Chinese New Year Hamper (HK$5,988).

Yan Toh Heen Supreme Chinese New Year Hamper:  HK$7,688

1 Savoury Kagoshima Thick Cut Daikon Pudding

1 Chinese New Year Tokachi Red Bean Pudding with Okinawa Kokuto Syrup

1 Bottle of Château Daugay, France

1 Bottle of Le Petit Haut Lafitte, France

1 Bottle of Yue Shan Xian Diao (25 Years)

1 Box of Japanese Mushrooms (1 Catty)

1 Box of Conpoy (1 Catty)

1 Box of Taiwan High Mountain Oolong Tea

1 Box of Chocolates

1 Jar of Homemade X.O. Sauce

1 Packet of Caramelized Walnuts

1 Packet of Spiced Cashew Nuts                      

Yan Toh Heen Deluxe Chinese New Year Hamper: HK$5,988

1 Savoury Kagoshima Thick Cut Daikon Pudding

1 Chinese New Year Tokachi Red Bean Pudding with Okinawa Kokuto Syrup

1 Bottle of Le Haut Médoc de Lagrance, France

1 Bottle of Château Bonnet Blanc, France                                    

1 Bottle of Yue Zhou Homemade Style Hua Diao (10 Years)  

1 Box of Japanese Mushrooms (1 Catty)

2 Tins of South African 12-Head Abalone

1 Box of Jasmine Pearl Tea

1 Box of Chocolates

1 Jar of Homemade X.O. Chili Sauce

1 Packet of Caramelized Walnuts

1 Packet of Spiced Cashew Nuts

            

Click here for the details and order form for our Chinese New Year Pudding and Gift Hampers.           

  Learn to Make Your Own Chinese New Year Savoury Kagoshima Thick Cut Daikon Pudding and Peanut & Sesame Dumplings

In preparation for the Lunar New Year, learn to make your own Chinese New Year Puddings under the expert guidance of Yan Toh Heen Executive Chef Lau Yiu Fai and his team. Chef Lau will demonstrate how to make this savoury seasonal treat, along with Peanut & Sesame Dumplings.

Date/Time: Saturday, February 10, 2018 (12:15pm – 2:00pm)

Venue: Yan Toh Heen Private Room

Programme:

Chef Lau will introduce the ingredients for the Daikon Pudding as you enjoy dim sum and Chinese tea.

He will then demonstrate how to make Savoury Daikon Pudding and traditional Peanut & Sesame Dumplings. Next it will be your turn to make your own dumplings with the assistance of Chef Lau and his team.

Finally, indulge in the Daikon Pudding and traditional Peanut & Sesame Dumplings you have made, which will be served with Tribute Ti Kuan Yin Tea.

Price: HK$1,488 per person + 10% service charge                   

Takeaway gifts: A box of Savoury Kagoshima Thick Cut Daikon Pudding, a package of traditional Peanut & Sesame Dumplings, a bottle of Yan Toh Heen Homemade X.O. Chili Sauce and a Yan Toh Heen apron.

Participants:     10 persons maximum

For Restaurant and Chinese New Year Pudding Class Reservations:                        

Kindly contact InterContinental Hong Kong's Restaurant Reservations Centre at    

Tel: +852 2313 2323 or E-mail: fb.hongkong@ihg.com

                               

InterContinental Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Tel: (852) 2721 1211   Fax: (852) 2739 4546  E-mail: hongkong@ihg.com.

www.hongkong-ic.intercontinental.com / www.intercontinental.com

 

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as well as Chinese New Year Pudding and our Chinese Tea Set.       

 

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Click here for a short video of the Fireworks Display on Victoria Harbour as seen from InterContinental Hong Kong's stunning new Lobby Lounge.

 

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Carole L Klein

Executive Director of PR & Communications

InterContinental Hong Kong                                            

Tel : (852) 2313 2335 / Fax : (852) 2721 5964                            

E-mail: carole.klein@ihg.com