Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Ushers In The Year Of The Horse 2026 With Chinese New Year Set Menu & Buffet

Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Ushers In The Year Of The Horse 

With Chinese New Year Set Menu & Buffet

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Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur ushers in the Year of the Horse with an exclusive Chinese New Year Media Preview, offering an exclusive first look at the hotel’s festive menus and creative culinary highlights curated for the upcoming Year of the Horse. Hosted at Celestial Court, the hotel’s signature Cantonese restaurant, the preview showcased a refined celebration of heritage, abundance, and Lunar New Year traditions thoughtfully reimagined.

Set against elegant festive decor symbolizing prosperity and renewal, guests were invited to experience curated dishes from Celestial Court’s Imperial Prosperity menu, a selection of seasonal highlights, and the hotel’s thoughtfully crafted dining experience that blends tradition with contemporary flair and classics.

Prosperity Yee Sang with premium toppings of sliced abalone and sea jellyfish, snow pear in traditional plum sauce

Celestial Court

Known for its distinguished culinary reputation and warm, refined ambience, Celestial Court takes center stage this Lunar New Year with menus that honor traditions while embracing contemporary flair. The Imperial Prosperity preview unfolded with a special tasting menu created by the restaurant’s culinary team, each dish representing blessings of longevity, harmony, and prosperity.

Guests savored signature highlights, including:

● Prosperity Yee Sang with premium toppings of sliced abalone and sea jellyfish, snow pear in traditional plum sauce.

● Braised premium treasures soup with dried seafood.

●Braised whole baby abalone with dried scallop, sea cucumber, fish maw, dried oyster, and Chinese mushroom.

● Signature roasted crispy duck with herbs.

● Steamed tiger grouper with red-eye chili and fungus flower

● Roasted garlic fried rice with diced scallop and asparagus

● Chilled herbs jelly with sea coconut and red dates

● Cold ice cream mochi

● Long Jing tea

● Supreme Spicy Sun-Dried Scallop Sauce

Braised premium treasures soup with dried seafood

Braised whole baby abalone with dried scallop, sea cucumber, fish maw, dried oyster, and Chinese mushroom

Signature roasted crispy duck with herbs

Steamed tiger grouper with red-eye chili and fungus flower

Roasted garlic fried rice with diced scallop and asparagus

Beyond the culinary showcase, Celestial Court also introduced its Supreme Spicy Sun-Dried Scallop Sauce, a premium festive condiment made with Japanese sun-dried scallops, dried shrimps, red chili padi, shallots, and garlic. This handcrafted sauce, free from preservatives and alcohol and crafted with pork-free selections, makes it a distinguished gift for loved ones, corporate partners, and reunions.

Celestial Court offers five private dining spaces, each thoughtfully designed to host intimate gatherings and corporate celebrations during the festive period, as the Chinese New Year is a cherished occasion for togetherness.

● Pearl Room – The largest of all rooms, accommodates up to 30 guests. Ideal for family banquets or corporate celebrations.

● Ruby Room – A quieter VIP space with a large table seating up to 15 guests. Perfect for exclusive reunions.

● Jade Rooms – Two partitioned rooms with seating up to 8 each; can be combined for larger groups or multi-course sharing menus.

● Crystal Room – A cozy and modern room near the main hall with lounge-style seating for up to 10 guests.

The spaces remain highly sought after during Lunar New Year, offering personalized service and an elegant setting for meaningful reunions.

Braised Dried Oyster, Dried Scallops, Fried Fish Maw, and Seasonal Vegetables with Sea Moss

Essence

At Essence, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur’s all-day dining restaurant, guests can look forward to Imperial Fortune & Flavors, a vibrant Chinese New Year buffet inspired by festive traditions and beloved Malaysian tastes. The menu highlights premium ingredients, auspicious symbols, and hearty flavours perfect for family gatherings and celebratory meals throughout the season.

Cantonese-Style Braised Chicken in Chef’s Soya Sauce 

Wok-Fried Crab with Black Pepper Sauce 

The buffet showcases signature dishes such as:

• Braised Dried Oyster, Dried Scallops, Fried Fish Maw, and Seasonal Vegetables with Sea Moss 

• Cantonese-Style Braised Chicken in Chef’s Soya Sauce 

• Wok-Fried Crab with Black Pepper Sauce 

• Stir-Fried Sliced Beef with Chinese Barbecue Sauce 

• Wok-Fried Prawns with Tomato Chili Sauce 

• Eight Treasure Lotus Leaf Rice

Stir-Fried Sliced Beef with Chinese Barbecue Sauce 

Wok-Fried Prawns with Tomato Chili Sauce

 

Eight Treasure Lotus Leaf Rice

Warm, inviting, and family-friendly, Essence continues to be a preferred venue for festive dining, offering comforting classics and premium creations that honor the spirit of Chinese New Year.

Pavilions Lounge

At Pavilions Lounge, the Celestial Spring Tea Affair offers a serene and elegant pause from the festive bustle, inviting guests to celebrate the season of renewal through a refined afternoon tea experience. Inspired by floral aromas, fresh springtime notes, and Chinese New Year symbolism, this curated selection brings together delicate pastries, vibrant flavors, and classic savories presented with Sheraton’s signature warmth.

Guests are treated to an array of handcrafted creations such as the Imperial Egg Tart, Sakura Lychee Mousse, Mandarin Profiteroles, and Golden Pineapple Macaron, each designed to evoke auspicious meaning. Savory highlights include Fish Maw & Crab Roll, Honey Sesame Chicken Sandwich, Prawn Pai Tee, Peking Duck, and Pan-Seared Scallop with Pomelo Salsa, accompanied by traditional scones and nut cookies for a comforting finish. The experience is complemented by a selection of freshly brewed Dilmah teas.

Perfect for intimate gatherings, friendly catch-ups, or a quiet afternoon of indulgence, the Celestial Spring Tea Affair adds a graceful, seasonal touch to celebrations at our prestigious hotel, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur.

The Golden Dynasty: A Grand Banquet Celebration for the Lunar New Year

Designed for grand reunions, corporate celebrations, and festive gatherings, The Golden Dynasty showcases Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur’s signature approach to Chinese New Year banqueting, elegant, abundant, and rooted in tradition. Set within the hotel’s refined event spaces, this banquet experience brings together heritage-inspired flavours and contemporary culinary artistry to honour new beginnings and enduring prosperity.

Guests may choose between a lavish buffet or a curated set menu, each offering a sumptuous spread of auspicious delicacies that symbolise unity, harmony, and good fortune. The Golden Dynasty’s offerings highlight the richness of Cantonese festive cuisine, featuring:

Ice Cream Mochi

● Prosperity Yee Sang with abalone, smoked salmon, or young mango

● Braised premium treasures soup with seafood

● Signature roasted crispy duck or roasted garden chicken

● Steamed Tiger Grouper / Black Cod with superior stock

● Sea cucumber, dried oyster, fish maw, and scallop specialities

● Chef’s festive fried rice and longevity noodles

● Traditional desserts such as red bean cream, mango sago pomelo, and ice cream mochi

Whether opting for the buffet experience or a 10-course set menu, guests will enjoy an unforgettable banquet set against a backdrop of elegant décor and warm Sheraton hospitality, perfect for ushering in the Lunar New Year with abundance and togetherness.