Where To Dine In Auckland This Chinese New Year

Huami is an authentic contemporary Chinese restaurant, focusing on traditional cuisine with a modern twist. Huami translates to mean Nectar, and that’s exactly what the restaurant embodies, an allure of something beautiful and precious. Indulge in the Chef’s recommendations and dine upon an array of mouth-watering delicacies like the kong bao chicken with dried chilli and vinegar sauce. The dumplings are also incredible; we suggest the classic Shanghai-style pan-fried pork and leek dumplings. For something slightly different, opt for the braised and dried New Zealand sea-cucumber with shiitake mushrooms in abalone juice. Celebrate the year of the tiger with a glass of baijiu in hand; the Chinese rice wine completes the dining experience.

For many, many years, the people of Auckland could always rely on Grand Harbour Chinese Restaurant to provide authentic Hong Kong inspired cuisine. This is fine Chinese dining with an abundance of traditional recipes; specialising in duck and seafood. The chefs signature dishes display expertly honed techniques and an innovative approach to classic cuisine. Nibble on the light and refreshing salmon sashimi, black bean beef fried noodles, or fried rice with dried scallops, egg whites and crab meat. Grand Harbour has perfected the art of yum cha, with approximately 80 different varieties of tea; served alongside dim sum. The restaurant is also a BYO venue, meaning you can celebrate the Chinese New Year with your favourite bottle of wine.

Celebrate the Chinese New Year with an afternoon tea inspired by the Lunar New Year, brought to you by The Living Room in Park Hyatt. A journey of discovery served in a playful style. The afternoon tea consists of five courses. Begin with an entrée of pork and chive dumplings, a classic and beloved dish. The second, third and fourth course will showcase a variety of traditional Chinese delicacies, including charcoal beef bao buns, rice cake with salmon caviar, and shiitake and hoisin spring rolls. The fifth and final course is a selection of cheese sprinkled with sea salt. The Lunar New Year afternoon tea will take place from the 26th of January – 31st after a short break; it will return on the 3rd of February – 6th, tickets are $65 per person.

Stepping foot inside the Empress Garden Chinese Restaurant is like stepping into Chinatown with red lanterns hanging from the ceiling, a minimalist approach to décor and contrasting splashes of bright red and vibrant green. Renowned for the incredible Peking duck, it would be a crime to visit without indulging in the delicacy; the crispy skin and succulent meat are swoon-worthy. Shrimp and BBQ pork yeung chow fried rice, wonton soup and sweet and sour steamed blue cod fish. If you’re with a larger group, we recommend the banquet menu to experience all of the best dishes available!

Pearl Garden set down roots in Newmarket back in 1975; the family-run establishment has continued to thrive and provide Aucklanders with exciting and traditional Chinese cuisine. Pearl Garden is well-known for its dumpling delicacies and wok-inspired specialities; the menu showcases authentic recipes made with the freshest ingredients in town to create delicious and wholesome food. The al la carte menu will take your tastebuds on a journey through Chinese history, starting with pei egg and pork congee with a side of deep-fried Chinese bread. Other options are the scallop dumplings, chicken feet and the delicious egg fried rice.