As we approach the Year of the Rabbit, many Asian cultures are preparing to celebrate Lunar New Year. Of all the countries that take part in the festivities, China is undoubtedly the most dedicated to honouring this special 15-day festival.
What’s the best part of the Lunar New Year? Many would say it’s the feasting on traditional Chinese cuisine. While others might say it’s the reunion dinners with family, or the colourful and luminous festival atmosphere that takes over China during this time, there’s no doubt that food plays a big role in celebrating the new year. From dumplings to noodles, sticky rice cakes to chicken soup, there are endless delicious options to choose from. So if you’re looking to indulge in some deliciousness this Lunar New Year, make sure you have plenty of good food on hand!
Chef and Sunnybank insider Tony Ching said Lunar New Year period is a time where many gather with family and eat traditional Chinese dishes.
“A big part of the new year celebrations is food,” Tony said. “And certain dishes are eaten during the Lunar New Year period as it is believed to help bring wealth and good health for the forthcoming year.”
To bring in extra luck during the Lunar New Year, many individuals take part in activities such as eating fried dumplings, long noodles, whole fish, rice balls in sweet soup, oranges and tangerines. And many restaurants prepare special Lunar New Year menus consisting of traditional Chinese dishes to help those dining bring prosperity and wealth into the new year.
Looking for a delicious and authentic way to celebrate the Chinese New Year in Brisbane? Then head to one of these top spots for a traditional Chinese banquet! Whether you’re looking for an intimate family gathering or a larger feast with friends, you’ll be sure to find the perfect place to enjoy some delicious food and good luck for the new year.
Looking for a delicious way to celebrate the Lunar New Year? Look no further than Landmark Restaurant! They have a series of special banquet menus featuring all your favourite Chinese flavours. With 20 years of history and a reputation for serving up excellent Cantonese cuisine, Landmark is one of the best places in Brisbane to enjoy a festive feast.
To celebrate the ancient festival, the restaurant has four different banquet menus that it will offer to customers over the four days.
On the table, diners can indulge in at least nine different dishes featuring braised lobster with ginger and shallots and e-fu noodles, braised pig trotter with seafood, dried oysters and hair moss and seasonal vegetables in broth with wild berries.
At the banquet, you can also increase your chances of good luck by indulging in their whole steamed coral trout and steamed whole free range chicken. According to tradition, consuming these dishes will bring prosperity and wealth to you in 2023.
Landmark Restaurant, Shop 101, Sunnybank Plaza. P: 3344 3288
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Parkland is the perfect place to celebrate the new lunar year! With its classic Chinese cooking, the restaurant has gathered a loyal following. Fill your belly at Parkland and enjoy the delicious food!
Parkland’s chefs are busy preparing four different new year banquets, each featuring traditional Cantonese fare that’s perfect for sharing. Whether you’re looking for a feast to share with family or something more intimate, we’ve got you covered. Their menus feature all your favourite dishes, plus some new surprises to ring in the new year. The multiple-course menus feature highlights such as fillet steak with king oyster mushrooms and broccoli, four treasure BBQ plate, braised lobster with ginger and shallots and e-fu noodles and steamed baby abalone in XO sauce with vermicelli noodles.
Each of the restaurant’s new year banquets include Parkland’s signature steamed whole chicken, steamed coral trout with ginger and shallots, eco shark fin and seafood soup and their enoki mushrooms with seasonal vegetables.Looking for a new place to get your authentic Chinese cuisine fix? This restaurant is perfect for anyone wanting to celebrate the new year with some delicious eats!
Parkland, Shop 38 Sunnypark, Sunnybank. P: 3345 4588
View RestaurantYou’ll find a range of activities and entertainment on offer throughout Sunnybank Plaza & Sunny Park from Wednesday 18 – Sunday 22 January, to herald in the Year of the Rabbit!
