Whether it’s preparing meals for loved ones or sharing snacks that taste of home, food can always bond people together. And when it comes to Chinese New Year, food is central to the festival. Gatherings tend to sound like the sizzling of turnip cakes on the frying pan mixed with the ringing of family and friends asking, “Have you eaten enough?”. This year, whether you’re dining out or looking for hampers and food gifts, we have compiled lists of auspicious delights for all your cravings. From the innovative East-meets-West fusion of Ying Jee Club x Fortnum & Mason to the imperial grandeur of Spring Moon’s Qing Dynasty-inspired offerings, scroll down for some premium Chinese New Year hampers and food gifts that are sure to impress.
Spring Moon
At the Peninsula Hong Kong’s Michelin-starred Spring Moon, the Year of the Horse is celebrated with a collection inspired by the restaurant’s iconic Art Deco stained-glass windows. Executive Chef Lam Yuk Ming pays homage to Imperial history with the Red Date Pudding, a layered masterpiece of Xinjiang dates and creamy coconut based on a recipe favoured by Qing Dynasty consorts. Those who prefer savour flavours will gravitate toward the Turnip Pudding, enriched with Hokkaido conpoy and Shandong turnip, or the textured Taro Pudding. For the ultimate gesture, the Divine Treasures Hamper (HK$ 3,888) offers a multi-tiered journey through gourmet treats, featuring 30-head Middle Eastern dried abalone, Yunnan aged Pu Er, and the restaurant’s signature XO Chilli Sauce. It is a harmonious blend of nostalgia and culinary excellence.
The Peninsula Boutique & Café
The Peninsula Boutique & Café gallops into the festive season with a collection titled “Gallop into Fortune”, designed to transform festive gifts into special memories. Their signature Turnip Pudding is elevated with the legendary Peninsula XO Chilli Sauce and whole South African abalone, symbolising abundant growth. For gifting, the Lunar New Year Opulent Gift Box (HK$ 1,988) offers a mix of traditional and modern snacks like pistachio nougats and tangerine pu’er tea in a beautiful hexagonal box. Families will also love the Deluxe Chinese New Year Hamper (HK$ 4,988), which includes a variety of treats and a cute Galloping Bear toy. Whether opting for the classic coconut pudding or the innovative red and purple variety, each selection is perfect for bringing friends and family together.
The Mandarin Cake Shop
The Mandarin Cake Shop continues its tradition of meticulous craftsmanship, offering an assortment of puddings that beautifully balances tradition with wellness. The classic Chinese Turnip Cake and Ginger Glutinous Rice Cake remain festive staples, but the season’s highlight is the new Peach Gum and Water Chestnut Cake (HK$ 408). Prized for its beauty-enhancing, collagen-rich properties, this delicate dessert offers a refreshing crunch that appeals to the health-conscious foodie. For those who want to impress, the Gourmet Chinese Hamper (HK$ 4,288) is a showcase of luxury, pairing Ruinart Blanc de Blancs NV champagne with traditional Chinese delicacies like abalone and the hotel’s signature rose petal jam. From these elegant sets to playful chocolate “Fortune Money Bags,” every detail is thoughtfully curated to bring a touch of Mandarin Oriental sophistication to your celebrations.
Ming Pavilion
Ming Pavilion at the Island Shangri-La welcomes the Year of the Horse with a focus on creative pairings, offering gift boxes that include two different pudding flavours (HK$ 318 per box). These sets are designed to give you a taste of both sweet and savoury traditions. You can choose unique combinations like the Pistachio Coconut Milk Pudding paired with a Golden Crab Turnip Pudding, or the Red Date Pudding with Ginger paired with a Golden Oyster and Lotus Root Pudding. For those who like to stick to the classics, they also offer a Coconut Milk and Dried Scallop Turnip Pudding duo.
Ying Jee Club x Fortnum & Mason
In a fusion of East and West, two-Michelin-starred Ying Jee Club has partnered with the historic Fortnum & Mason to debut a limited-edition Earl Grey Coconut Milk Pudding (HK$ 238). Under the direction of Chef Siu Hin-Chi, Fortnum’s signature tea is brewed at a precise 95°C to infuse the coconut milk with citrusy notes of British tea, resulting in a sophisticated, chewy texture. The collaboration culminates in the “Glorious Gift Box” (HK$ 498), limited to just 30 sets, which pairs the pudding with Rose Sparkling Tea and “Cup of Good Fortune” loose leaf tea. For those seeking savoury flavours, the signature Turnip Pudding with Conpoy and Air-dried Meat (HK$ 298) remains a masterclass in umami, elegantly presented in minimalist red packaging that embodies the fiery energy of the Horse.
Pre-order by visiting Ying Jee Club in person (at Shop G05, 107-108, 41 Connaught Road Central, Central), calling 2801 6882 or emailing [email protected]
China Tang
China Tang is celebrating the Lunar New Year with a collection of handcrafted puddings that highlight local ingredients and artisanal skill. The Turnip Pudding (HK$ 488) stands out for its use of seasonal, locally grown water radishes and sun-dried meat, creating a sumptuous and savoury profile. Sweeter palates will appreciate the Organic Purple Glutinous Rice and Coconut Milk Pudding (HK$ 388), which utilises traditional black sugar for a refined depth of flavour. To celebrate the Year of the Horse, the Galloping Fortune Gift Box (from HK$ 688) offers a curated selection of Tang-style crisps, bird’s nest gelatin sweets, and premium tea. These sets are perfect for both personal indulgence and thoughtful gifting, serving as handcrafted symbols of success and prosperity for the festive season ahead.
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Yat Tung Heen
Michelin-starred Yat Tung Heen, led by Executive Chef Tam Tung, presents a pudding collection that marries culinary excellence with environmental consciousness. The renowned Turnip Pudding (HK$ 288) is a savoury favourite, featuring dried shrimp, conpoy, and air-dried preserved meat. New for this year is the Water Chestnut Pudding (HK$ 268), a textured delight incorporating red dates, melon seeds, and coconut juice. The traditional Chinese New Year Pudding offers a nostalgic sweetness with a hint of candy cane aroma. Each selection is housed in a minimalistic, eco-friendly box adorned with peonies—a symbol of longevity and wealth. This commitment to sustainability ensures that your celebration of prosperity is as mindful as it is delicious, reflecting a modern approach to festive gifting.
Man Ho
At JW Marriott’s Michelin-starred Man Ho, Chef Jayson Tang introduces the refreshing Lotus Root Cake with Osmanthus and Preserved Tangerine Peel, a light treat that balances floral aromas with citrusy notes. For a savoury alternative, the Turnip Pudding with Assorted Dried Seafood” is a salt-free masterpiece packed with umami flavour from Japanese conpoy, dried silver fish, and organic turnips. For those who prefer classic sweetness, the Red Date Pudding with Xinjiang dates and coconut milk offers a nourishing indulgence. The Man Ho Chinese New Year Gift Hamper (HK$ 3,888) is a generous curation featuring Hennessy Cognac, 18-head fish maw, and homemade XO Chilli Sauce. These thoughtful gifts provide an elegant way to send warm wishes to your closest friends or family.
Tin Lung Heen
The Ritz-Carlton and its two-Michelin-starred Tin Lung Heen present the exquisite “Fortune Abounds” collection, a tribute to elegance and festive tradition. Chef Paul Lau has crafted a signature Radish Pudding with XO Sauce (HK$ 408) that combines premium scallops and preserved meats for a bold, savoury profile. A highlight of this year’s collection is the new Taro Coconut Pudding (HK$ 408), masterfully blending smooth coconut milk with delicate taro for a rich, aromatic finish. For those seeking a sweet and spicy alternative, the Ginger Glutinous Pudding (HK$ 408) offers a fragrant, chewy texture that balances the warmth of ginger with caramel notes. Housed in striking packaging featuring peonies and octagonal windows, these high-end offerings—complemented by luxury hampers (from HK$ 3,188)—are a sophisticated choice for business partners and family alike.
The Baker and The Bottleman
For a modern and playful take on Chinese New Year, The Baker & The Bottleman introduces its “Firecracker Series” shortbreads. The collection moves away from traditional puddings, offering instead a Chinese New Year Hamper (HK$ 788) that includes a double-layer bamboo steamer filled with chocolate cranberry scones, a New Year giant cookie tin, and festive gift vouchers. The Firecracker Set (HK$ 388) is a charming string of six treats featuring cheesy shortbread and caramel date cake, perfect for sharing. Their focus on reusable packaging, such as the red giant cookie tin and bamboo steamers, adds a sustainable and contemporary edge to the season’s gifting. It is a stylish choice for those looking to celebrate with unique, bakery-inspired treasures and modern festive symbolism.
Ming Court
Ming Court at Cordis, Hong Kong makes a bold debut this year with the Yunnan Bao Shan 200-Year-Old Ancient Arbor Black Tea Pudding (HK$ 368). Handcrafted in extremely limited batches, this pudding utilises wild black tea to impart notes of rose and lychee. The restaurant also continues its “Farm-to-Table” vision with a Turnip Pudding (HK$ 398) made from “Late Water Turnips” harvested by the chefs at a local Fanling farm, enriched with a whole abalone and rose wine sausage. To complete the celebration, the deluxe hamper (HK$ 1,988) offers a curated selection of South African premium abalone, fine Chinese tea, and sommelier-selected red wine. All puddings are housed in 100% recyclable containers made from oyster shell powder, beautifully decorated with Koi fish motifs to evoke a spirit of joy and abundance.
Rùn
Executive Chinese Chef Hung Chi-Kwong of the two-Michelin-starred Rùn at St Regis brings back his highly sought-after puddings, emphasising the “art of living exquisite.” The Turnip Cake (HK$ 468) utilises Korean radish for a distinct crispness, layered with toasted dried shrimp and cured meats. Drawing inspiration from his signature “Braised Duck Leg with Taro” dish, Chef Hung’s Taro Cake (HK$ 468) incorporates local preserved duck leg and aromatic five-spice powder, offering a deep, savoury experience that departs from the traditional. For a sophisticated gift, the Rùn Gift Box (HK$ 888) pairs these masterful cakes with premium XO Sauce and Pu-erh tea. Each creation is a testament to precision and culinary precision, designed to elevate festive gatherings into truly immersive gastronomic events.
Grand Hyatt
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong celebrates with an exclusive collaboration between Executive Chinese Chef Chan Hon Cheong and Long Tin. The result is a limited-edition Taro Pudding (HK$ 308) featuring 30-year aged sun-dried tangerine peels and preserved duck liver sausage. This specialty sits alongside authentic favourites, including coconut puddings made with refined black sugar cane and traditional turnip puddings. For grander gestures, the hotel offers three hampers—the “Grand,” “Happiness,” and “Spring” (from HK$1,588)—which feature the One Harbour Road Preserved Sausage Deluxe Gift Box, premium champagne, and homemade XO chili sauce. Whether you are seeking an artisanal pudding or a lavish hamper, the Grand Hyatt provides a refined range of options to share joy and prosperity with your loved ones.
May Chow
For a bold, modern twist on festive gifting, Chef May Chow, returns with her celebrated Turnip Cake line. Reimagining the classic Lo Bak Go, these artisanal creations are handmade in small batches, drawing from family-inspired recipes refined over the year. Each cake is crafted with an ingredient-first philosophy, using premium, clean ingredients with no MSG or preservatives. The collection features four striking flavors, including the Beetroot Turnip Cake and the Golden Salted Egg Yolk Pumpkin Cake (from HK$ 128). For those seeking the ultimate presentation, “The May Chow Collection” gift set (HK$1,088) offers a sampling of all four cakes alongside a professional-grade gold-polished offset spatula and the family’s signature May Ma Hot Sauce. Each cake features built-in slicing guides for effortless, restaurant-level serving at home, perfectly capturing a spirit of innovation.
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