The UAE is ready to celebrate Chinese New Year 2025 in style. Given that the country is home to many Chinese expats, something exciting is lined up for both residents and tourists. Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, marks the beginning of the new year on the lunisolar Chinese calendar and ushers in the transition from winter to spring. In 2025, festivities will begin from today, January 29, and continue for 15 days, concluding with the Lantern Festival on February 12. Here’s a look at some of the deals and offers.
Deep Dive Dubai
Deep Dive Dubai is adding extra excitement to the festivities with a special Chinese New Year-themed experience in the world’s deepest pool. From January 25 to February 2, visitors can explore this unique celebration, and as a bonus, anyone who books their experience using the code CNYPHOTO will receive a festive red envelope containing a Chinese proverb and a 10% discount voucher for their next adventure.
Tenggara, Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel, Dubai
Step into the vibrant spirit of the Lunar New Year 2025 at Tenggara, nestled within the Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel Dubai. Returning for its second year of celebration, this place invites guests from January 20 to February 12, 2025, to explore a specially curated menu that brings the essence of Chinese New Year to life in Dubai. Under the theme of A Feast of Fortune, the restaurant’s head chef, Chef Francis Chang, has crafted a menu that features a range of exquisite flavors. The celebrations run daily from 12.00 PM to 12.00 AM.
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel Dubai
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel Dubai is set to celebrate Chinese New Year with a festive international buffet dinner featuring Chinese specialties at Al Dana Restaurant. Priced at AED149 per adult and AED75 for children aged 6-12, the special buffet will be available from 6.30 PM to 10.30 PM, offering families a great dining experience. Guests can also indulge in a delightful dim sum selection and decadent desserts like mango coconut cake and lemongrass crème brûlée.
Toshi, Grand Millennium Hotel Dubai
Toshi at Grand Millennium Hotel Dubai invites guests to celebrate Chinese New Year 2025 with a buffet dinner on Wednesday, January 29, from 7.00 PM to 11.00 PM. The menu features handcrafted dim sum, sushi, sashimi, Peking duck, and crispy aromatic duck, with complimentary mooncakes and fortune cookies. Priced at AED329 per person, the package includes still water and soft drinks, with add-on beverage options available. Kids 0-4 dine free (one per family), while ages 5-10 enjoy the buffet for AED119.
Sanchaya, DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa, Marjan Island
Celebrate Chinese New Year at Sanchaya, DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa, Marjan Island, with a fusion of tradition and modern elegance. On Wednesday, January 29, enjoy authentic Chinese dishes with 20% off à la carte (1 PM – 3.30 PM) and 25% off for Chinese nationals (6 PM – 10.30 PM). Then, on Friday, January 31st, indulge in a festive brunch (6 PM – 10.30 PM) featuring unlimited Asian delicacies, drinks, fortune cookies, and live entertainment. Prices start at AED 99 (soft drinks) and AED249 (house beverages).
Al Futtaim IKEA’s limited edition Chinese menu
IKEA UAE, a member of Al-Futtaim group of companies, invites all Chinese expats and food lovers to celebrate the Lunar New Year with a menu of mouthwatering Chinese dishes. They are serving up a traditional buffet of Chinese specials, available until February 2, starting at AED25, including Sweet & Sour Chicken, Mongolian Beef Stir Fry, and Chili Chicken with Sautéed Capsicum, Vegetables with Fried Rice and Stir-Fried Vegetables for just AED15. Dim sum lovers can look forward to assorted Dim Sums as an add-on for as low as AED3. One can try the ‘Make Your Own Noodles’ station, where bowls can be customized with a variety of toppings for only AED29. Head over to any IKEA Restaurant in the UAE to celebrate the Lunar New Year with a delicious feast, available from 11.30 AM until 9.30 PM.
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