Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila has a flavorful feast in store for the upcoming Chinese New Year from January 25 to 29. The iconic Spiral Buffet will feature Year of the Rooster specials prepared by Spiral’s culinary artisan, Chinese Chef Michael Tai.
In our recent Spiral buffet dining experience, these specials were on preview and they look as amazing as they taste. It is tradition and belief that starting the year with prosperity and happiness will bring good fortune for the rest of the new year. The “Bian Nian Hao He” concept of Sofitel makes this feast possible and memorable for all families and friends to experience.
WATCH: Sofitel Manila Buffet Vlog featuring Chinese New Year Specials
The featured menu includes recipes from the Canton and Sichuan province, plus select dishes from Taiwan. Here’s a quick guide on what these dishes are all about:
Cantonese – known for its freshness and highlighting the natural taste of ingredients
Sze Chuan – known for bold and spicy flavors, uses a lot of garlic, chili peppers, and the famous Sze Chuan pepper.
Hakka – known for simple recipes and ingredients but inspires the finest flavors
Since these auspicious dishes will be featured but combined with the rest of the Spiral’s atelier, do take note of what to look or ask for when you book your Chinese New Year experience at Spiral:
Abalone in Superior Sauce – did you know that abalone is believed to bring good fortune and wealth? It stands for assurance and surplus hence eating abalone translates to an abundance of wealth.
Hong Kong Style Steamed Fish – the Chinese believe that eating the whole fish with the head and tail intact symbolizes a year’s beginning all the way to its end.
Braised Dry Mussel with Sea Moss – both dry mussel and sea moss is believed to bring good luck
Golden Prawn in Salted Egg Yolk – prawns symbolize the sound of laughter that represents a happy life
Sauteed Scallop with Sweet Wallnut in XO Sauce – eating this dish is believed to help in conceiving children as well as symbolizing opportunities or opening of new horizon.
Marmite Crab – signifies prosperity and high status
Sofitel Manila could not make Chinese New Year more special. What I really like about the offerings aside from their taste is how auspicious everything looks. It does contribute to a positive feeling and sentiments of happiness, wealth, and prosperity while enjoying the bountiful feast.
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The best part of all is that by dining at Spiral, the family is focused on reuniting and bonding with everyone while making beautiful auspicious memories.
What a great way to start a brand new year! For more information on Abundance: Celebrating the Year of the Rooster at Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila, please call (+63( 2 832 6988 or email H6308-FB12@sofitel.com
Happy Year of the Rooster!
Mommy Lace is a blogger from the Philippines. She started this blog to share information on pregnancy, breastfeeding, childcare, family, and health.
