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Lunar New Year flavors take center stage at Hua Yuan Brasserie Chinoise

Hilton Manila's Shanghainese restaurant rolls out festive set menus, symbolic dishes, and curated hampers for the Year of the Horse

By MBrand
Published Jan 28, 2026 08:44 am
As the Lunar New Year approaches, Hua Yuan Brasserie Chinoise at Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts is marking the Year of the Horse with a monthlong lineup of festive dishes, reunion-style set menus, and handcrafted hampers rooted in Shanghainese tradition and celebratory symbolism.
Running from Feb. 1 to 28, the seasonal offerings are designed around the themes of prosperity, togetherness, and craftsmanship, bringing families and friends to the table through shared plates and time-honored recipes .
The restaurant, known for its focus on authentic Shanghainese cuisine refined for local tastes, is led by Executive Chinese Chef Qiao Yuan Kevin Xu, whose kitchen highlights traditional techniques, balanced seasoning, and meticulous preparation.
This year’s Lunar New Year menu features classic celebratory dishes rich in cultural meaning. Among them is Yee Sang, the colorful prosperity salad traditionally tossed high at the table to welcome good fortune, alongside hearty centerpieces such as Poon Choi and the famed Buddha Jumps Over the Wall Soup, slow-simmered with premium ingredients .
Beyond à la carte selections, Hua Yuan is offering three curated set menus designed for group celebrations.
The Abundance & Harmony Feast, good for four persons and priced at P12,888 nett, includes highlights such as the Prosperity Toss “Lo Hei!,” braised Dongpo Pork, and Claypot Grouper, making it suited for smaller reunions and family gatherings.
For larger groups, the Fortune & Joy Banquet for six persons, priced at P20,888 nett, brings in premium dishes including East Star Grouper in rich broth, Baked Tiger Prawns with E-Fu Noodles, and Peking Duck served two ways.
At the grand end of the offerings is the Fortune and Joy Banquet for 10 persons, priced at P98,888 nett, a multi-course spread featuring luxury ingredients such as lobster, whole fish, and double-boiled soups, meant to anchor larger celebrations around the table .
The festive experience also extends beyond the dining room with two Chinese New Year hampers created for gifting and sharing blessings.
The Abundance Hamper, priced at P8,888 nett, includes Pineapple Shortcake, truffle chocolates, Longjing Tea, and the Golden Carp Tikoy, a symbol of prosperity and unity for the coming year.
For a more elaborate presentation, the Imperial Prosperity Hamper, priced at PHP 25,999 nett, features premium items such as Black Gold Four-Layer Pastry, ginseng, abalone, birds’ nest, and the same Golden Carp Tikoy centerpiece .
General Manager Gagan Talwar said the Lunar New Year offerings reflect the spirit associated with the Year of the Horse.
“The Year of the Horse represents confidence, resilience, and moving forward with purpose,” Talwar said. “Our Chinese New Year offerings are created to reflect these values — honoring tradition while offering a dining experience that feels welcoming, balanced, and memorable” .
With its elegant setting and focus on Shanghainese heritage, Hua Yuan Brasserie Chinoise continues to position itself as a destination for Chinese celebratory dining in Manila, blending authenticity with a refined approach suited for modern gatherings.
Reservations and inquiries may be made through +63 917 851 4044 or via email at [email protected].
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