Celebrate Chinese New Year 2025 with G Hotel's Chinese New Year Set & Buffet

Usher in the Year of Snake with an abundance of flavors and prosperity at G Hotel Penang! This festive season, the hotel unveils its meticulously curated Chinese New Year food offering- designed to bring families and friends together in a harmonious celebration.  

Prosperity Feast of 8-Course Chinese New Year Celebration Menu （available from 15 Jan to 15 Feb 2025):

*Applicable for private function room or corporate dinner with minimum of 3 tables (10 pax per table) with free flow of Chinese Tea and Fruit Punch)*

Happiness 8-Course Menu (RM1,888) 八福临门宴

• Kwei Fei Abalone Multi-Colored Yee Sang 贵妃鲍鱼鱼生捞起
• Braised Seafood Soup with Dried Scallops 干贝海鲜羹
• Steamed Chicken with Dried Oysters and Cordyceps Flowers 蚝士虫草花炖鸡
• Sauteed Fresh Scallops and Prawn Meat in Butter Oats 带子明虾球炒麦香
• Braised Fish Bladder, Sea Asparagus and Black Mushroom with Broccoli 鱼鳔海芦笋冬菇西兰花
• Steamed Red Lion Fish with Pickled Radish in Soy Sauce 清蒸海狮鱼菜圃
• Steamed Lotus Leaf Rice with Lotus Nuts and Salted Egg Yolk 莲子荷叶饭
• Chilled Honey Sea Coconut with Mixed Fruit Cocktail 什菓海底椰

Lucky 8-Course Premium Menu (RM2,088)

• Lucky Smoked Salmon Multi-Colored Yee Sang 烟熏三文鱼捞起
• Braised Shark's Fin Soup with Four Tressures 四宝鱼翅羹
• Roasted Duck and Roasted Chicken Combination 烧鸭拼烧鸡
• Sauteed King Prawn Meat in Dry Curry Sauce with Fried Mini Mantao 甘香明虾秋馒头
• Braised Abalone, Sea Cucumber, Dried Oysters and Sea Moss with Broccoli 鲍鱼海参蚝士烩发菜
• Steamed Pearl Grouper with Wolfberry Soy Sauce 清蒸珍珠斑
• Crispy Noodles with Seafood and Vegetables 海鲜脆生面
• Sweetened Peach Gum with Snow Fungus and Longan Meat 龙眼桃胶红枣雪耳羹

2025 Chinese New Year Buffets:

Chinese New Year Eve Buffet Dinner @ Cafe 168 G Hotel

- 28 January 2025 from 6:30 pm to 10 pm

- RM258 nett per person | RM188 nett senior citizen | RM128 nett children

- Add RM120 nett for Free flow of House Wine and Beer

Chinese New Year Day 1 and Day 2 Buffet Lunch @ Cafe 168 G Hotel

- 29 and 30 January 2025 from 12 pm to 3 pm

- RM168 nett per person | RM138 nett senior citizen | RM88 nett children

- Add RM120 nett for Free flow of House Wine and Beer

Chinese New Year Day 1 and Day 2 Buffet Dinner @ Cafe 168 G Hotel

- 29 and 30 January 2025 from 6:30 pm to 10 pm

- RM258 nett per person | RM188 nett senior citizen | RM128 nett children

- Add RM120 nett for Free flow of House Wine and Beer

Chinese New Year Eve Buffet Dinner @ Spoon G Kelawai

- 28 January 2025 from 6:30 pm to 10 pm

- RM258 nett per person | RM188 nett senior citizen | RM128 nett children

- Add RM120 nett for Free flow of House Wine and Beer

Chinese New Year Day 1 and Day 2 Buffet Lunch @ Spoon G Kelawai

- 29 and 30 January 2025 from 12 pm to 3 pm

- RM168 nett per person | RM138 nett senior citizen | RM88 nett children

- Add RM120 nett for Free flow of House Wine and Beer

Prosperity Takeaway (available from 1 Jan to 31 Jan 2025 from 10 am to 7 pm):

1. Peking Duck (RM168/ 6-8 pax)
2. Lotus Leaf Rice (RM150/ 10 pax)
3. Salmon Yee Sang (RM108/ 5 pax)
4. Roasted Chicken (RM98/ 6-8 pax)
5. Mini Monk (RM98 for single bowl/ RM168 for double bowls)
6. Cookies- Pineapple Tarts or Almond Peanut Butter Tarts (RM28 for 16 pcs)

Many Thanks to G Hotel for extending the invitation.

Sunshine Central Penang Unveils "Scent of Reunion" for Chinese New Year 2025

This Chinese New Year, immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Chinese incense-making at the newly opened Sunshine Central Penang. Celebrating the Year of Snake, 'Scent of Reunion' invites visitors to explore history, culture and harmony through an unforgettable sensory journey. In conjunction with the auspicious season, Sunshine Central Penang also rolls out a series of exciting activities and promotions.

Many Thanks to Sunshine Central Penang for extending the invitation. 

Celebrate a Prosperous Chinese New Year Reunion Dinner @ Penang Marriott Hotel

Celebrate the Year of Snake with Penang Marriott Hotel's 8-Course Abundance Prosperity Set, a symphony of flavors designed to usher in luck and prosperity. The said Abundance Prosperity Set is only available on 27 and 28th of January 2025 starting from 6:30 pm to 10 pm. Gather your loved ones and savor an unforgettable feast that honors tradition and heralds a prosperous year ahead. Exclusive offer: book and pay by 31 December 2024 to enjoy the dinner at RM3,388 nett per table (of 10 pax) and receive a stay voucher for Marriott Executive Apartments Penang (1-bedded room) valid for 6 months. There is an option to upgrade to 2-Bedroom Apartment with a top up of RM188 nett. 

Many Thanks to Penang Marriott Hotel for hosting us.

Prosperity Reunion Chinese New Year Buffet @ Amari SPICE Penang.

Complete the joy of the Lunar New Year with an extravagant feast at Amari SPICE Penang as the hotel rolls out its Lunar New Year food promotions. The auspicious Dragon Year dining at Amari SPICE Penang starts from 9 February 2024 to 12 February 2024, featuring specially curated Chinese New Year buffet that honors tradition and festivities with every dish. Uniquely at Amaya Food Gallery (the buffet hall- level 4 of Amari SPICE Penang), lively Chinese traditional instruments and music will entertain guests during dinner with a contemporary repertoire of auspicious New Year songs.

Prosperity Reunion Buffet Dinner

- 9 February 2024 from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm

- RM158 nett per person & RM118 nett per child/ senior citizen

- Early Bird Promo (valid until 31 Jan 2024) RM138 nett per person

Auspicious Good Fortune Buffet Lunch

- 10 to 12 February 2024 from 12 noon to 3 pm

- RM138 nett per person & RM98 nett per child/ senior citizen

- Early Bird Promo (valid until 31 Jan 2024) RM118 nett per person

Good Wealth Buffet Dinner

- 10 to 12 February 2024 from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm

- RM158 nett per person & RM118 nett per child/ senior citizen

- Early Bird Promo (valid until 31 Jan 2024) RM138 nett per person

Many Thanks to Amari SPICE Penang for extending the invitation.

Chinese New Year Buffet 2024 @ G Hotel Penang.

Indulge in a diverse spread of classic and modern dishes that capture the Chinese New Year spirit as we welcome the majestic Year of the Dragon with an extravagant Chinese New Year Buffet. This year, G Hotel and G Kelawai Penang proudly present the Chinese New Year Buffet featuring a delightful array of dishes, each meticulously crafted to bring prosperity and joy to your festivities.

CNY Eve Reunion Buffet Dinner @ Cafe 168 G Hotel

- 9 February from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm

- RM238 nett per person & RM168 nett per senior citizen & RM118 per child

- Add On RM88 nett for Free Flow of House Beer and Wine (Buy 3 Free 1)

CNY Day 1 & Day 2 Buffet Lunch @ Cafe 168 G Hotel

- 10 & 11 February from 12 noon to 3 pm

- RM208 nett per person & RM148 nett per  senior citizen & RM88 per child

- Add On RM88 nett for Free Flow of House Beer and Wine (Buy 3 Free 1)

CNY Day 1 & Day 2 Buffet Dinner @ Cafe 168 G Hotel

- 10 & 11 February from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm

- RM238 nett per person & RM118 nett per senior citizen & RM118 per child

- Add On RM88 nett for Free Flow of House Beer and Wine (Buy 3 Free 1)

CNY Eve Buffet Dinner @ SPOON G Kelawai

- 9 February from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm

- RM238 nett per person & RM168 nett per senior citizen & RM118 per child

- Add On RM88 nett for Free Flow of House Beer and Wine (Buy 3 Free 1)

CNY Day 1 & Day 2 6-Course Set Lunch @ SPOON G Kelawai

- 10 & 11 February from 12 pm to 3 pm

- RM138 per pax (no minimum pax required)

CNY Day 1 & Day 2 6-Course Set Dinner @ SPOON G Kelawai

- 10 & 11 February from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm

- RM168 per pax (no minimum pax required)

Many Thanks to G Hotel for hosting us.

Chinese New Year Menu 2023 @ Maple Palace Restaurant 美宝阁, Georgetown, Penang.

Embrace the joyous spirit of the Lunar New Year with Maple Palace Penang's exquisite Chinese New Year menu 2024. Renowned for its culinary prowess, Maple Palace 美宝阁 invites patrons to embark on a gastronomic journey. The upcoming Chinese New Year menu themed "The Spirit of the Dragon and Stallion" banquet has a blend of traditional Cantonese tastes with Sze Chuan-inspired elements; curated using modern cooking techniques, diners can expect for a unique and memorable dining experience, exclusively available this Chinese New Year (there are 6 different menus, with incremental pricing options from a party of two to a table of ten and more). Reservation opens from 26 December 2023 and a 50% deposit is required to secure the table. 

Many Thanks to Maple Palace for hosting us.

Chinese New Year Festive Offerings 2022 @ Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel Penang

Nothing more lavish and appropriate than usher in the auspicious Lunar New Year by having a feast but if you are not planning to cook up a storm for reunion dinner and opt for hassle-free eat out, Eastern and Oriental Hotel Penang may have the ideal choice for you. The Chinese New Year Set Course Menu consists of traditional but comforting Chinese delights with nourishing creations... made available in 3 different menu- the Chinese New Year Happiness Menu, Chinese New Year Abundance Menu and Chinese New Year Prosperity Menu. 

For the purpose of this blog entry, we sampled their 8-course Chinese New Year Abundance Menu (RM288++ per person). Any booking would require a minimum 12 person and 10 days advance booking. For enquiries, please email to paiksee.toh@eohotels.com.

Chinese New Year Festive Offerings @ Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel Penang

Looking forward to usher in the New Year by having a big feast? Enjoy a convivial reunion at Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel Penang... there is everything you need for an extravaganza start to the New Year- whether a buffet with sumptuous spread or feast on the quintessential bubbling hotpot. For the Year of Rat, the hotel offers 2 types of buffet- the Chinese New Year Steamboat Dinner and Fa Cai Prosperity Buffet. 

1) Chinese New Year Steamboat Dinner

Venue: Planters Lounge

Date: 24th to 26th January 2020 (Friday to Sunday)

Time: 7 pm to 10 pm

Price: RM138 nett (Adult)/ RM88 nett (Child/ Senior Citizen) | Add RM99 nett for free flow of Wines, Beers and House Pouring Spirits

Chinese New Year Buffet 2019 @ Eastin Hotel Penang.

Usher in a prosperous Lunar New Year with festive creations at Eastin Hotel Penang as the hotel rolls out Chinese New Year Buffets 2019. Prepare for a year of abundance as you feast on traditional Chinese delights specially crafted for their Chinese New Year Buffets... exclusively available for Reunion, Chinese New Year Day 1 and Day 2. The Chinese New Year Buffets boast an extensive range of classic Chinese dishes like the luxurious Abundance Treasure Pot, toss-to-prosperity Salmon Yee Sang and various promising delights.

Many Thanks to Eastin Hotel Penang for hosting us that evening.

Celebrate Chinese New Year with Penang Queensbay Mall's "Spring Splendour"

With the Spring Festival fast-approaching, many incredible Chinese New Year-themed decorations and displays have begun to pop up in every corner of Penang, especially the malls. One of the fashion-leading malls in Penang- Queensbay Mall has transformed its Central Atrium to a Spring Splendour... Garden of blooming flowers.  Pink is the theme color for the Spring Garden where pink Lanterns can be seen all over.... hanging elegantly. The setting is further beautified with giant Butterflies flying all over... which they are put in place to symbolize Love and Freedom. Apart from the Garden look, the place has also gathered some traditional decorative to suit the theme. Photo opportunities are guaranteed at every corner. 

Many Thanks to Queensbay Mall for hosting us at the launching party.

Chinese New Year Poon Choy and Putien Oyster Festival @ Putien (莆田), Gurney Paragon, Penang.

One of the best ways to usher in Chinese New Year is to enjoy a big Poon Choy feast with your loved ones. The Chinese Treasure Pot filled with a decadent Chinese New Year delicacies has become increasingly popular and eventually, a staple to welcome the auspicious season. For the coming Chinese New Year (the Year of Pig/ 2019), the Michelin-starred brand Putien (莆田) is offering Pot of Goodies, a Poon Choy promotion along with some Chinese New Year packages. Place your orders from now onwards to 5th of January 2019, a 20% discount will be given for early bird orders. Apart from the Chinese New Year promotions, Putien is also introducing its Putien Oyster Festival... featuring 7 seasonal Oyster dishes.

Many Thanks to Putien for hosting us that evening.

Spread The Chinese New Year Joy with Soon Thye Hang (顺泰行) Malaysia

Show your loved ones that you care in this Chinese New Year by surprising them with attractive gift hampers. The auspicious season will never be completed without festive goodies, and gift hampers are often some of the best ideas to spread the festive joy. Soon Thye Hang (顺泰行) is one of the best brands to get your Chinese New Year gifts, the long-established brand has great presence across the nation (more than 30 outlets in Malaysia). For more than 50 years, they have always been committed in delivering trusted, relevant and premium quality products to customers. For this Chinese New Year, Soon Thye Hang (顺泰行) offers value-for-money Chinese New Year gift hampers, starting from RM 338; all hampers are beautifully wrapped to live up to the auspicious theme, representing better fortunes, luck and health in the upcoming year. 

This post is brought to you by Soon Thye Hang Malaysia.

Celebrate Chinese New Year 2018 Above The Clouds @ Genting Palace, Resorts World Genting, Pahang.

Reunite with loved ones and friends at 6,000 feet above sea level; Resorts World Genting celebrates Chinese New Year with a series of lunch and dinner promotions. Bask in the festive Spring season at Genting Palace, one of the long-established Chinese Restaurants housed within Genting Grand, welcomes the Year of the Dog by offering an array of traditional Chinese New Year Set Menus. From 1 February 2018 to 2 March 2018, visitors may pre-book and tuck into the classic Chinese New Year delights at Genting Palace, with Set Menus available from Rm 588 nett (for 4 pax), Rm 888 (for 6 pax), Rm 1,388 nett (for a table of 10 pax) and so. We sampled the 8-course Chinese New Year Set (Rm 1,388 nett) by Genting Palace. Other restaurants that offer Chinese New Year include Ming Ren and Imperial Rama. For more information about the Chinese New Year promotions, please visit Resorts World Genting's official website.

Many Thanks to Resorts World Genting for hosting us.

Chinese New Year Reunion Dinner Package 2018 @ G Hotel Penang.

Usher in the Year of Dog on a prosperous note with G Hotel Penang as the award-winning hotel rolls out Chinese New Year 8-Course Dining Package for this auspicious season. Crafted with indulgence in mind, the Chinese New Year 8-course Dinner is set to impress you with a decadent variety of Chinese delights. Available for a month long of celebration starting 5 February 2018 to 3 March 2018, there are 3 packages available at 3 different price points- Happiness (Rm 1,288 nett), Prosperity (Rm 1,488 nett) and Longevity (Rm 1,688 nett) respectively per table of 10 pax. All the 8-course Chinese set dinners are inclusive of complimentary Fresh Salmon Yee Sang and free flow of Chinese Tea. All prices are nett and inclusive of 6% GST.

Many Thanks to G Hotel for hosting us that evening.

Chinese New Year Steamboat Buffet Dinner 2018 with Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel Penang

Eating out is an easy way out especially when the best Chef at home- mom decides not to cook up reunion dinner for the auspicious Chinese New Year. If you are those that observe the steamboat/ hotpot tradition, make your way to Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel Penang as the hotel rolls out its Chinese New Year Steamboat Buffet Dinner this year. Diners can usher in the Year of Dog sans the hassles of cleaning the mess, the festive feast includes a Yee Sang (for each table), over 50 types of steamboat ingredients as well as no less than 8 types of desserts to end the meal. 

Many Thanks to E&O Hotel for hosting us.

An Viet- Vietnamese Casual Dining @ Gurney Plaza, Penang.

A great wave of Vietnamese restaurants washed across Penang last year. Hailed from central Malaysia, one of the biggest players in the industry- "An Viet" has finally expanded its operations here in Penang's Gurney Plaza. The name "An Viet" means to "Eat Viet" in Vietnamese, the well-established brand believes in quality ingredients, made from scratch and cooked to order. In other words, they are committed to serve fresh and quality food to your table. An Viet offers broader experience of Vietnamese delicacies than most Vietnamese joints in town... the menu covers highlights from Southern Vietnamese to Northern Vietnamese delights, with unrivaled price tags. A great place to witness and experience the vibrancy of modern Vietnamese cuisine, without putting a dent on the wallet. 

Many Thanks to An Viet for hosting us that evening.

Rockin' Reunion Buffet Dinner & Rock of Prosperity Seafood Buffet Dinner for Chinese New Year @ Hard Rock Hotel Penang.

Join in the tradition and usher in Chinese New Year by feasting a sumptuous reunion dinner and Chinese New Year dinner with Hard Rock Hotel Penang. For the Year of the Rooster, the beach front hotel offers a one-off Reunion Buffet Dinner on the eve of Chinese New Year (27 Jan 2017) and Chinese New Year Buffet Dinner on the first Chinese New Year day (28 Jan 2017). Diners can expect a wide variety of traditional Chinese New Year delicacies such as Yee Sang, Steamed Fish, Seafood Treasure Pot, Glutinous Rice Balls etc to commemorate the auspicious season. Seats are selling out fast and if you haven't booked yours, do call in for advance reservation.

Many Thanks to Hard Rock Hotel Penang for hosting us that evening.

Pacific West Prosperity Toss @ Hakka Village (客家山寨), Balik Pulau, Penang.

Everyone thinks about a booze when it comes to Chinese New Year-related parties (especially eve of Chinese New Year) but the main Chinese dishes should not be disregarded. It is often an exhausting process just to think through what to cook, where to buy the ingredients and how to present them. Pacific West is here to introduce their range of frozen goods, which can be transformed into delectable Chinese New Year delicacies that go well with the cheers. It is a typical perception that the brand sells frozen foods and would be the last resort for many, never would a sane person think of using their products as Chinese New Year dishes; so let us see what Pacific West has in store to surprise you when the Year of Monkey is knocking the door.  

About Pacific West:

Pacific West is a renowned seafood brand name from its inception in Australia in the 1990's and has since expanded its reach to millions across the globe. Their products have been served in major international arena such as Sydney Olympic Games, Wimbledon Tennis Tournaments and the recent Manchester United Football Club. Pacific West's range of products are meticulously crafted and designed to provide customers with values like:

• Convenience- Ready prepared and easy to cook.
• Innovation- Continuous creations of new products and offerings.
• Quality- Premium Seafood that comply to the international food safety and process standards.

Pacific West products are available at all major and independent retail outlets in Malaysia (some of the big names include Cold Storage, Sam's Groceria, AEON, Tesco, Giant, Sunshine, Village Grocer etc). For more information, please contact Pacific West care line at 1800-88-389 or visit Pacific West Facebook Page.

Address: 4402, Jalan Chain Ferry, 12100, Butterworth, Penang.

Contact Number: 604- 331 7788
Email: enquiry@pacificwestfoods.com.my

Many Thanks to Pacific West and Hakka Village for hosting us that afternoon.

Chinese New Year Yee Sang Banquet @ Vistana Hotel Penang.

For a little over 2 weeks Vistana Hotel Penang will be laying on a festive feast to celebrate the auspicious Chinese New Year. Hailed from Hong Kong, Executive Chef- Chef Ng of YTL Hotels designed the menu in such way that it incorporates ingredients that promote health and wealth but most importantly, affordable to many. With more than 60 years of experience in the industry, Chef Ng leads the team with passion and together with the team behind Vistana Hotels; they develop the Chinese New Year Banquet Cuisine. The Chinese New Year Banquet menu will be available from 18 January to 22 February 2016. Below is a tasting menu specially crafted for the media, priced around Rm 688++.

Verdict: Though they did not surprise us in terms of taste, none of the dishes disappoint. Their strength lies in the hands of Halal Certificate, in which companies may consider the hotel as one of the options for the company's Year End Treat. 

Many Thanks to Vistana Hotel Penang for hosting us that evening. 

Foodie Blogger [Chinese New Year Edition] on NTV7 with Ken Hunts Food

*For those of you who have missed the show, you may view the online version on TonTon.*

In case you are interested, I was invited by the production team of NTV 7 a couple months back, to film on a food program named Foodie Blogger. Followers of NTV 7 should not be new to the program, it features many hidden gems and interesting eats in every corner of Malaysia. The program invites food bloggers, together with the host- famous celebrity Ernest Chong in the quest on searching good food. 

It will be a 30-minute short Special Chinese New Year edition, to be aired on the first day of the Chinese Lunar Calendar (19th of February 2015) at 11 am. In this particular episode, Malaccan blogger- Constance Ann and me (Ken) will be introducing two places (in Malacca and Penang) especially suitable to satisfy your growling stomach in this Chinese New Year. 

Up north in Penang, I will be introducing Zi Zai Restaurant's famous Poon Choy and a few signature dishes of theirs.

On the Left- Ken, Chef Tan and Ernest.