06/19/2026
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Experience the Magic of Chinese New Year at Shang Palace Bangkok

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with Auspicious Feasts and Timeless Traditions

Shangri‑La Bangkok welcomes the Year of the Horse with elegance and abundance at Shang Palace Chinese Restaurant. Executive Chinese Chef Kwok Ka Wai has prepared decadent set menus featuring auspicious dishes designed to bring joy, prosperity, and togetherness to every family celebration. Guests can enjoy Chinese New Year specialties and a festive dim sum menu, with prices starting from THB 168++, available now until 28 February 2026.

Festive Menus and the Lo Hei Ritual

From 12 to 22 February 2026, Shang Palace invites families to indulge in three meaningful set menus. The Fortune Set, Prosperity Set, and Longevity Set are crafted to symbolize abundance, success, and long life, making them the perfect way to welcome the new year. Alongside these menus, a selection of special à la carte dishes will be available to enhance the celebration. Guests can also take part in the traditional Lo Hei tossing ritual, a joyful tradition symbolizing prosperity, wealth, and happiness. Whether choosing the Prosperity Lo Hei with salmon or the Premium Lo Hei with abalone, the higher the toss, the greater the blessings for the year ahead.

Cultural Highlights

The festive atmosphere will be enriched by live Guzheng music on 16 February during dinner and on 17 February during both lunch and dinner. To further welcome the Year of the Horse, a spectacular lion dance accompanied by traditional drumming and cymbal clashes will take place at the Shangri‑La Wing entrance on 17 February at 10:15am, bringing good fortune, health, and happiness to all who attend.

Chinese New Year specials are available now until 28 February 2026, with highlight celebrations from 12 to 22 February. Reserve your table today and experience the most authentic and luxurious Chinese New Year in Bangkok.

For reservations, call 0 2236 7777, visit https://tinyurl.com/2026CNYDining-ShangPalace, or email restaurants.slbk@shangri-la.com.

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What special menus are available at Shang Palace for Chinese New Year 2026?
Shang Palace offers three auspicious set menus—Fortune, Prosperity, and Longevity—crafted by Executive Chinese Chef Kwok Ka Wai. Each menu symbolizes abundance, success, and long life, making them perfect for family celebrations during the Year of the Horse.
When are the Chinese New Year specials available?
Chinese New Year specialties and festive dim sum are available now until 28 February 2026. The highlight celebrations, including the set menus, run from 12 to 22 February 2026.
What is the Lo Hei ritual and can I experience it at Shang Palace?
Yes, Shang Palace offers the traditional Lo Hei tossing ritual, symbolizing prosperity, wealth, and happiness. Guests can choose Prosperity Lo Hei with salmon or Premium Lo Hei with abalone, available for groups of three to ten people.
Are there cultural performances during the celebration?
The festive atmosphere will be enhanced with live Guzheng music on 16 February (dinner) and 17 February (lunch and dinner). A spectacular lion dance will also take place at the Shangri‑La Wing entrance on 17 February at 10:15am.
How can I make a reservation for Chinese New Year at Shang Palace?
Guests can reserve their table by calling 0 2236 7777, visiting Shang Palace’s dining page, or emailing restaurants.slbk@shangri-la.com.

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