The Chinese horoscope for 2024 reveals that the Year of the Dragon – specifically the wood dragon – will bring authority, prosperity and good fortune.
Those born in the Year of the Dragon are said to possess a captivating demeanour, distinct personality and strong leadership abilities; while the Wood Dragon Year brings evolution, improvement and abundance, making it the perfect time for rejuvenated beginnings to set the foundation for long-term success.
Here are five venues to celebrate Lunar New Year in style:
Redefining Traditional Chinese Fare
Step into a dining experience that redefines traditional Chinese cuisine at DongSheng Restaurant on Lawrence Vale Road in Kings Meadows. Discover an old and innovative menu that showcases the rich history of China while embracing a contemporary twist, served in trendy surrounds of neon signage, an eclectic mix of accents and potted greenery.
Celebrate Lunar New Year at DongSheng and enjoy a delicious banquet, mouth-watering meals or yum cha on Saturday and Sunday; think dishes like crispy whole market fish, cooked in tangy sauce, garnished with beans and peas, or seared duck breast, cooked medium rare, with sweet savoury sauce, roti and fresh greens.
Expect the Unexpected
Photo credit: Paul Webster.
Celebrate Chinese New Year at New Golden Bowl Chinese Restaurant on Lords Place in Orange this February and find a restaurant dressed in festive décor and waitresses adorned in Hanfu, transporting you to a world of occasion, tradition and exceptional food. No visit to town is complete without a delicious meal at this retro-inspired dining destination, where a large model of Bumblebee from The Transformers greets guests and the walls are decorated with traditional artwork and lanterns.
Start with sesame prawn toast or deep-fried chicken wings, before Chef’s suggestions such as special braised duck with beef, chicken and prawns and sides of steamed rice and stir-fried mixed vegetables; or crispy pork belly, with stir-fried bean shoots, mushrooms and special fried rice.
Unique Dining Experience
Fusing traditional and innovative flavours with modern gastronomy and quality Australian produce, discerning Sydney foodies head to Luna Lu on Circular Quay for a unique and exciting dining experience. Featuring unrivalled waterside harbour views from its Campbell’s Cove location, Luna Lu is the ideal spot for long lunches, celebratory dinners and special occasions, as guests take in Opera House vistas and a live lobster tank promising the freshest seafood delights.
Mark the Year of the Dragon in style with an exquisitely curated four-course shared banquet menu along with a Moet Hennessey cocktail on arrival; lion dancers will be performing on Saturday, February 10 and Friday, February 16 to add to the festive celebrations.
Dynamic Yet Intimate
With a glass of sparkling on arrival, elevate your Lunar New Year celebrations with Miss Mi Perth’s twist on a tradition Nian Ye Fan – New Year’s Dinner – from February 10-24. This dynamic yet intimate restaurant on Murray Street in the heart of Perth merges exotic with the familiar along with time-honoured techniques, spices and aromatics, paired with hyper-local produce to connect diners with the vibrant food culture of Asia.
Indulge in a succulent seafood platter and dessert – six custom-designed Year of the Dragon coins will be hidden in the dessert giving the guests the chance to win fantastic prizes – think plates like grilled squid, sole wrapped in banana leaves with housemade sambal and grilled Exmouth Tiger prawns alongside cola marinated pork belly.
Sweeping City Views
Dine among the clouds at Adelaide’s highest restaurant, Koomo on Frome Street in the heart of the CBD and delve into Lunar New Year specials along with being entertained by a traditional lion dance. Experience the latest Koomo has to offer with a fresh and vibrant Summer menu along with offerings such as the prosperity tossed salad and qian dai (moneybags); perhaps begin with pork and ginger dumplings with spicy black vinegar sauce.
For the main, finger-lickin’ good char-grilled pork ribs are sure to hit the mark, with Asian BBQ sauce, radicchio, tendril and edamame salad, or wok-fried Hokkien noodles, grilled chicken, miso, onion, bamboo shoots, seasonal vegetables, cabbage, corn, sprouts and spring onion.
