Man Fu Yuan at InterContinental Singapore Unveils a Golden Tapestry of Opulence for the Year of the Dragon

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This coming Auspicious Year of the Dragon, look forward to enjoy a lavish Lunar New Year feast that promises to captivate senses and usher in good fortune at Michelin-recommended Man Fu Yuan at InterContinental Singapore.

From 15 January to 29 February 2024, the elegant dining destination in the heart of the city will celebrate the season with refined menus and a luxurious selection of Lunar New Year delights from Man Fu Yuan along with holiday-inspired à la carte and handcrafted cakes selection from The Lobby Lounge and an abundant Lunar New Year Sunday Champagne Buffet spread at LUCE by Davide Giacomelli. Lunar New Year gourmet takeaway goodies are available for pre-order from 18 December 2023 to 25 February 2024 via intercontinentalshoppe.sg.

Highlights of the Chinese New Year dishes that we have tried at Man Fu Yuan as follows:

We had a remarkable dining experience at Man Fu Yuan, where every dish was a symphony of flavours and a feast for the senses.

Fortune salmon yusheng with honey miso peach dressing, condiments 味增黄金蜜桃酱彩色, 三文鱼鱼生

To start, the Fortune Yusheng with Salmon, drizzled in Honey Miso Peach Dressing and accompanied by an array of condiments, was a delightful introduction. The combination of fresh ingredients and vibrant flavours made for a refreshing and auspicious beginning to our meal.

Double-boiled collagen soup with Sakura chicken, premium yellow jade sea cucumber, Brazil mushroom, cordyceps flower 美颜高汤伴巴西菇虫草花黄玉参樱花鸡

The Double-Boiled Collagen Soup was a standout highlight, featuring Sakura Chicken, Premium Yellow Jade Sea Cucumber, Brazil Mushroom, and Cordyceps Flower. The broth was rich and comforting, with each ingredient contributing to a harmonious blend that left a lingering warmth.

Steamed tiger grouper, crispy preserved radish, superior soya sauce, scallions 香酥好菜头蒸龙虎斑

The Steamed Tiger Grouper, adorned with Crispy Preserved Radish and drizzled with Superior Soya Sauce and Scallions, showcased the chef’s expertise in preparing delicate and perfectly cooked seafood. The flavours were balanced, allowing the natural sweetness of the fish to shine through.

Braised South Africa five-head abalone, tiger prawns, Japanese flower mushroom 古法红烧南非 5 头鲍鱼,老虎虾球扣日本花菇

The Braised South Africa Five-Head Abalone and Tiger Prawns with Japanese Flower Mushroom was a testament to the restaurant’s commitment to using premium ingredients. The abalone was tender, and the prawns were succulent, creating a luxurious and satisfying dish.

Wok-fried trio glutinous rice, duo cured sausage, mushrooms, black moss, honey-glazed barbecued Duroc pork char siew and ikura 发菜腊味三色糯米饭伴叉烧皇,蛙鱼子

A delightful surprise came in the form of the Wok-Fried Trio Glutinous Rice, featuring Duo Cured Pork Sausage, Mushrooms, Black Moss, and Honey-Glazed Barbecued Duroc Pork Char Siew, complemented by the burst of umami from the Ikura. The medley of textures and flavours made this dish a standout.

Chilled pumpkin purée, longan, lotus seeds, peach collagen with sweet golden nian gao 香滑金瓜露伴桂圆, 莲子,桃胶;椰丝金元宝年糕

Our culinary journey concluded on a sweet note with the Chilled Pumpkin Puree, adorned with Longan, Lotus Seeds, Peach Collagen, and Sweet Golden Nian Gao. This dessert was a perfect blend of traditional elements and contemporary flair, providing a satisfying end to our hearty meal.

Our dining experience at Man Fu Yuan was nothing short of exceptional. Each dish showcased the chef’s skillful craftsmanship, the quality of premium ingredients, and an overall commitment to delivering a memorable gastronomic experience.

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MAN FU YUAN’S 60-INCH ‘DRAGON’S WEALTH’ YU SHENG
Upholding Man Fu Yuan’s tradition of welcoming the Lunar New Year with a 60-inch Yu Sheng, the show-stopping ‘Dragon’s Wealth’ Yu Sheng 龙飞凤舞喜捞生 ($888++ serves up to 10 guests) features a magnificent dragon head and tail that symbolises strength, power, health, and good luck for the New Year. Crafted with precision and adorned with luxurious ingredients including rock lobster, sea urchin, ikura, shredded dried Hokkaido scallops, salmon sashimi and crispy fish skin, completed with a dash refreshing honey miso golden peach dressing and shallot oil. Adding on to the fun element of a Yu Sheng, each ‘Dragon’s Wealth’ Yu Sheng comes with four lucky numbers for an auspicious new year ahead.

Aside from the grand ‘Dragon’s Wealth’ Yu Sheng, diners may also opt for Man Fu Yuan’s three other Yu Sheng selection – Prosperity Yu Sheng 瑞龙呈祥齐捞 ($188++ serves up to 10 guests, $128++ serves up to 5 guests) packed with premium ingredients such as the crispy shredded dried Hokkaido scallops, rock lobster, ikura, salmon sashimi, crispy fish skin topped with the new honey miso golden peach dressing; or Abundance Yu Sheng 合家齐捞起 ($138++ serves up to 10 guests, $98++ serves up to 5 guests) with salmon sashimi, ikura, crispy fish skin topped with honey miso golden peach dressing. Vegetarians may delight in the Happiness Vegetarian Yu Sheng 德高望众斋鱼生捞起 ($118++ serves up to 10 guests, $88++ serves up to 5 guests).

PROSPERITY PRIX-FIXE MENUS AND SIGNATURE ALA CARTE DISHES
Upholding the tradition of masterfully created dishes at Man Fu Yuan, Executive Chinese Chef Aaron Tan and his team have put together a bevy of specialty dishes steeped in auspiciousness. With a selection of eight different set menus, diners can be assured of a suitable option, whether for an intimate dining for two persons, or an extravagant gathering for ten or more persons.

For a fuss-free menu catering to big groups, the five-course Blissfulness Prix-Fixe Menu 幸福满满 priced at $888++ for five guests features a grand display of Man Fu Yuan’s signatures including the Man Fu Yuan Abundance Treasure Pot 龙腾虎跃金汤盆菜, brimming with over 18 premium ingredients such as the five-head whole abalone, rock lobster, premium sea cucumber, tiger palm mushroom, dried whole scallop, South Africa fish maw and dace fish ball. Conclude the meal with the all-time favourite – Chilled Pumpkin Purée, Logan, Lotus Seed and Peach Collagen with Sweet Golden Nian Gao.

The lavish seven-course Harvest Prix-Fixe Menu 六六大顺 is one extravagant feast to please. Priced at $1,498++ for 5 guests, the menu features top-notch quality ingredients. Be blown away by the array of curated dishes including the Double-boiled Collagen Soup with Sakura Chicken, Premium Fish Maw, Premium Yellow Jade Sea Cucumber, Brazil Mushroom, Cordyceps Flower served in Coconut Husk, Steamed Atlantic Cod Fish Fillet and Smoked Roasted Irish duck with Wild Mushroom and Truffle Sauce. 

The celebration continues with perennial à la carte favourites, including premium roasts such as the Roasted Suckling Pig with Five Grain Glutinous Rice 全体腊味五谷糯米猪 ($528++), Trio Roast Platter 三拼盘 ($68++) consisting of honey-glazed Duroc pork belly char siew; roasted Duroc pork belly and braised sakura chicken, soya sauce and rose dew wine, as well as the Tea-infused Roasted Irish Duck with Wild Mushroom and Truffle Sauce 茶熏烤爱尔兰鸭伴松露酱 ($128++, whole duck).

Lunar New Year Dining at Man Fu Yuan
15 January to 29 February 2024
Lunch: 12:00pm to 3:00pm (weekdays) | 11:30am to 3:00pm (weekends):
1st seating: 11:30am to 1pm | 2nd seating: 1:30pm to 3pm
Dinner: 6:00pm to 10:00pm (Two seatings for dinner on 8 and 9 February:
1st seating: 6:00pm to 8:00pm | 2nd seating: 8:30pm to 10:30pm)

9 February 2024 (Lunar New Year Eve)
Lunch: Closed
Dinner: 6:00pm to 10:00pm
1st seating: 6:00pm to 8:00pm | 2nd seating: 8:30pm to 10:30pm

Man Fu Yuan
InterContinental Singapore, Level 2, 80 Middle Rd, Singapore 188966
Contact the Dining Reservations team at +65 6825 1008 or email
[email protected]. manfuyuan.sg

BOUNTIFUL LUNAR NEW YEAR GOURMET TAKEAWAYS AT MAN FU YUAN
As the Year of the Dragon approaches, Man Fu Yuan is proud to present an exquisite selection of traditional must-haves and brand new creations for the festivities, all meticulously crafted to capture the essence of Lunar New Year.

New on the menu, and a must-try this year; is the Baked Purple Sweet Potatoes Nian Gao Tart with Man Fu Yuan Tea Bag 黄金椰丝紫薯年糕塔 ($48.80nett, 8 pieces). Delicately handcrafted by the culinary team at Man Fu Yuan, the new Nian Gao Tart features a balanced and smooth sweet potato filling topped with shredded coconut and edible gold leaf, encased within a crisp, buttery tart. Man Fu Yuan’s new Ingots Nian Gao Tart with Man Fu Yuan Tea Bag 吉祥年糕金元宝 ($48.80nett, 8 pieces) symbolises prosperity and growth, a must-have during Lunar New Year.

A treasure trove of prized ingredients, Man Fu Yuan Abundance Treasure Pot 龙腾虎跃金汤盆 菜 ($498nett, serves up to 5 guests) takes centre stage once again this year.  The dish comprises over 18 ingredients with highlights such as rock lobster, premium sea cucumber, five-head whole abalone, tiger palm mushroom, dried whole scallop, South Africa fish maw, goose web, pig trotters, dace fish ball, oysters, chicken wings and preserved Kurobuta sausage, pork liver sausage, Japanese premium flower mushroom and more. For ease of Man Fu Yuan Abundance Treasure Pot 龙腾虎跃金汤盆菜 reheating, the dish is served in a stainless-steel pot.

LUNAR NEW YEAR GOODIES, HAMPERS AND GIFTS
Adding a touch of sweet goodness and festivity, Man Fu Yuan brings back by popular demand, the Prosperity Pineapple Balls 满福旺梨酥球 ($53.80nett) – a melt-in-your-mouth buttery and delicate pastry enveloping a rich tangy pineapple paste. This is amidst a menu of pastries including the Danish Cashew Nut Cookies 香口腰豆酥 ($46.80nett), Peanut Cookies 富贵花生酥 ($43.80nett), Green Peas Cookies 回春青豆酥 ($43.80nett) and Almond Slices 香爽杏仁酥 ($43.80nett).

For gifting, indulge business partners and loved ones with a thoughtful package to bring out the extravagance of the season. Priced at $598.80nett, present the gift of splendour, Man Fu Yuan’s Executive Prosperity Hamper 福星 高 照 满 福 苑 礼 盒 with a wealth of premium goodies including a bottle of Tattinger Brut Réserve Champagne, two cans of six-head abalone, tiger palm fungus, Iberico bakkwa, Hong Kong duo pork sausages, a bottle of Prosperity pineapple balls and Danish cashew nuts cookie each, and a tin of Man Fu Yuan five-element tea. Ideal for the tea lovers, the Man Fu
Yuan Tea Gift Box 满 福 苑 双 喜 茶 叶 礼 盒 ($138.80nett) along with the Man Fu Yuan Tea Set 满福苑茶套礼盒 ($128.80nett) that comes with an elegantly-designed tea cup, are the perfect gifts for the season.

Other popular gifting options for the season include dried goods such as Premium Indonesia Cave Bird’s Nest 印尼沿海山洞燕窝盏 ($198.80nett), Premium Hokkaido Dried Scallop 日本北海道原粒干 贝皇 ($49.80nett), Premium Flower Mushroom 极品白花菇 ($26.80nett) and more which are available at Man Fu Yuan for the very first time this year.

Lunar New Year goodies are available for purchase from now to 25 February 2024, and can be collected from 15 January to 25 February 2024 at Man Fu Yuan Shoppe, located at the level 2, Man Fu Yuan restaurant of InterContinental Singapore. Pre-order of three days in advance is required. For enquiries or to place an order, please email [email protected], or visit InterContinentalShoppe.sg.

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4 Comments

  1. Wow, what an enticing and well-written food review! Your detailed descriptions and mouthwatering imagery have truly whetted our appetites. We can’t wait to experience the culinary delights you’ve highlighted.

  2. Kudos on the mouthwatering food review! We enjoyed the food; it was truly a delightful experience.

  3. Your food review is a true feast for the senses!

    Thanks for your fantastic recommendations!