In January 2026, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore invites guests on a journey of heritage and celebration with two culinary experiences at Food Capital: its first-ever Peranakan Buffet - Riverside Peranakan Feast and a line-up of Chinese New Year buffets, reunion dinners, hampers, and takeaway sets to welcome the Chinese New Year.

Riverside Peranakan Feast at Food Capital

From 2 January to 8 February 2026, diners can savour rotating menus of Peranakan favourites such as Deep-fried Pomfret with Sambal Chilli, Bakwan Kepiting (crab meatball soup), Kachang Bendi Chincalok (ladies’ fingers with shrimp sauce), and Goreng Assam Udang (prawns in tamarind sauce).

The buffet is priced at $72++ per adult | $36++ per child for lunch (12pm–2.30pm) from Monday to Saturday, and for dinner (6pm–10pm), at $106++ per adult | $53++ per child from Sunday to Thursday, and $116++ per adult | $58++ per child on Fridays and Saturdays. Children 5 and under dine for free.

Festive Feasts to Celebrate the Lunar New Year

Alongside the Peranakan Buffet, Food Capital ushers in the Year of the Horse with a host of festive offerings from 9 February - 3 March 2026:

Chinese New Year cum Peranakan Buffet: Indulge in a sumptuous spread of Chinese New Year classics. Guests can look forward to a vibrant showcase of Peranakan, Chinese New Year, and international favourites, thoughtfully prepared to celebrate heritage and festivity in every bite. Available from 9 February to 3 March 2026 (excluding 16–18 February).

The Chinese New Year Buffet is priced at $72++ per adult | $36++ per child for lunch from Monday to Saturday, while dinner is available at $106++ per adult | $53++ per child from Sunday to Thursday, and $116++ per adult | $58++ per child on Fridays and Saturdays. Children 5 and under dine for free.

Chinese New Year Reunion Special: From 16 - 18 February, families and friends are invited to gather for a meaningful reunion over a celebratory feast filled with auspicious flavours.

Reunion Specials:
16 to 18 February 2026
Lunch: Adult $108++, Child $54++
Dinner: Adult: $118+, Child $59++
(Book and complete your full prepayment by 27 January 2026 to receive a 25% discount)

*2 seatings available for 16 February Dinner
First seating: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm | Second seating: 8 pm to 10 pm

Lion & Dragon Dance with War Drums:
17 February 2026 | 10 am

Complimentary Calligraphy:
13 | 21 | 22 February 2026 – 1 pm to 3 pm

Chinese New Year and Peranakan Afternoon Tea at The Lobby Lounge

Celebrate new beginnings at The Lobby Lounge with two exquisite afternoon tea experiences, each thoughtfully crafted to honour the flavours, heritage, and festive charm of the season. Served daily from 3 pm to 5 pm, both experiences also feature a curated tea pairing in collaboration with Pryce Tea and The Lobby Lounge’s signature unlimited scone trolley.

• Peranakan Afternoon Tea (2 Jan – 8 Feb 2026): Enjoy Peranakan-inspired bites such as GCW Laksa, Oxtail Stew Kueh Pie Tee, Ayam Buah Keluak, Ngo Hiang, and Satay Babi, paired with sweet treats including Pulut Hitam Cake, Pandan Portuguese Egg Tart, Talam Jagung Layer, Ondeh Swiss Roll, and Durian Pengat Cream Puff
• Chinese New Year Afternoon Tea (9 Feb – 3 Mar 2026): Festive creations include Bak Kwa with Cheddar Cheese & Scallion, Lychee Prawn with Sweet Chili, Chicken Floss & Egg Mayo, and Forest Mushroom Tartlet, along with sweets such as CNY Fortune Macaron, Caramelised Cashew Nut Tart, Kumquat Orange Delight, Mango Cheese Swiss Roll, and Pistachio Chocolate Choux

Indulge in an afternoon tea set for two at $68++, inclusive of two glasses of Pryce Sparkling Tea, or elevate the experience at $108++ with two glasses of Devaux Coeur des Bar Blanc de Noirs. Each set includes your choice of a pot of coffee or tea.

Festive Hampers and Takeaway Sets

For those celebrating at home, elevate your gatherings with Food Capital’s Prosperity Yu Sheng, the symbolic dish for tossing to good fortune and success, priced at $38++ (serves 6 pax) and $58++ (serves 10 pax). You can also share blessings and good fortune with Grand Copthorne Waterfront’s Chinese New Year Hampers, thoughtfully curated with premium goodies and signature treats, ideal for gifting family, friends, or business partners.

With heritage at its heart and festivity in every detail, Grand Copthorne Waterfront invites all guests to savour a season of flavour, connection, and cultural celebration.

Reservations: For dining reservations and festive orders, please contact dining.gcw@millenniumhotels.com or +65 8168 1539 / +65 6233 1338

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* Information correct at time of print.