February 8, 2026

Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore Celebrates the Year of the Horse with Heritage and Festivity

Where Heritage Meets Celebration

As the Year of the Horse gallops into view, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore transforms into a destination where Peranakan heritage intertwines seamlessly with Chinese New Year traditions. The hotel’s festive offerings honour the rich tapestry of Straits-born culture whilst embracing the vitality and prosperity symbolised by the Horse, creating celebrations that resonate with both tradition and contemporary sophistication.

This year’s festivities at Food Capital and The Lobby Lounge showcase the hotel’s commitment to cultural authenticity and culinary excellence. From vibrant Peranakan flavours to time-honoured Chinese New Year classics, every offering has been thoughtfully crafted to create meaningful moments of connection and celebration by the waterfront.

Food Capital: A Sumptuous Celebration of Cultures

At Food Capital, the hotel’s signature all-day dining restaurant, the celebration takes centre stage with an impressive Chinese New Year cum Peranakan Buffet available from 9 February to 3 March 2026 (excluding 16 to 18 February). This sumptuous spread presents a vibrant showcase where Peranakan heritage meets Chinese New Year tradition, thoughtfully prepared to celebrate both cultures in every bite.

Food Capital's Chinese New Year cum Peranakan Buffet: a vibrant fusion of heritage and festivity
Food Capital's Chinese New Year cum Peranakan Buffet: a vibrant fusion of heritage and festivity
The buffet weaves together the bold, complex flavours of Peranakan cuisine with the auspicious dishes that define Chinese New Year celebrations, complemented by international favourites that ensure every palate finds delight. This thoughtful curation creates a dining experience that honours heritage whilst embracing the diversity of contemporary Singapore.

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Chinese New Year Reunion Special: Gathering in Abundance
The heart of Chinese New Year beats strongest during reunion celebrations, and Food Capital honours this tradition with special reunion offerings from 16 to 18 February 2026. These meaningful gatherings invite families and friends to come together over a celebratory feast filled with auspicious flavours, marking the most important meals of the festive season.

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Festivities: Lions, Dragons, and Calligraphy
The celebrations extend beyond the dining table with cultural performances and activities that bring the spirit of Chinese New Year to life. On 17 February 2026 at 10am, guests will be treated to an exhilarating Lion & Dragon Dance with War Drums, a spectacular display of athleticism, artistry, and tradition that captures the vitality of the Horse year. For those seeking a more contemplative celebration, complimentary calligraphy sessions offer the opportunity to receive blessings written in elegant brushstrokes. These sessions are available on 13, 21, and 22 February 2026 from 1pm to 3pm, and on 28 February 2026 from 10am to 12pm, providing multiple opportunities for guests to take home personalised wishes for the new year.
The Lobby Lounge: Refined Elegance by the Waterfront
For those seeking a more intimate celebration, The Lobby Lounge presents a refined Chinese New Year Afternoon Tea experience from 9 February to 3 March 2026. This elegant offering pairs premium Pryce Tea selections with the lounge’s signature unlimited scone trolley, creating an indulgent afternoon that blends tradition with contemporary sophistication.
The Lobby Lounge's Chinese New Year Afternoon Tea: refined elegance with festive flavours

The savoury selection celebrates the season with festive bites that honour both heritage and innovation: Bak Kwa with Cheddar Cheese & Scallion brings beloved Chinese New Year flavours into elegant canapé form, whilst Lychee Prawn with Sweet Chilli offers delicate sweetness balanced with gentle heat. Chicken Floss & Egg Mayo provides comforting familiarity, and a delicate Forest Mushroom Tartlet adds earthy sophistication to the selection.

The sweet course showcases handcrafted delights that capture the joy of the season: the Chinese New Year Fortune Macaron arrives adorned with auspicious symbols, whilst the Caramelised Cashew Nut Tart offers rich, buttery indulgence. Kumquat Orange Delight brings bright citrus notes that symbolise prosperity, the Mango Cheese Swiss Roll provides tropical elegance, and Pistachio Chocolate Choux delivers luxurious sophistication.

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Handcrafted sweet delights celebrating the Year of the Horse
Celebrations at Home
For those who prefer to celebrate in the comfort of home or wish to share blessings with loved ones, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore offers an exclusive festive takeaway collection. Indulge in Food Capital’s Prosperity Yu Sheng, the symbolic dish for tossing to good fortune and success, as well as premium CNY hampers, featuring luxurious delicacies including abalone, bird’s nest, ginseng, and Sambal X.O. Sauce specially curated by Executive Chef David Toh. Perfect for gifting in Singapore, each hamper is elegantly presented to convey heartfelt wishes of success, abundance, and forward momentum in the spirited Year of the Horse.

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Prosperity Yu Sheng and festive hampers: sharing abundance and good fortune
Prosperity Yu Sheng and festive hampers: sharing abundance and good fortune

For dining reservations and festive orders, please contact dining.gcw@millenniumhotels.com or call +65 8168 1539 / +65 6233 1338. All prices are in Singapore dollars and subject to service charge and prevailing government taxes.

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