Melbourne

Pickett’s Deli and Rotisserie, 507 Elizabeth St, Melbourne, Vic
Three course banquet on 28 January, 7pm – 10pm.
pickettsdeli.com

Pickett’s Deli and Rotisserie are celebrating the Year of the Rooster with a three course banquet. The menu will feature tea-smoked ocean trout, suckling pig and a custard and kumquat tart with homemade five-spice ice cream. The banquet costs $80 and bookings are essential.

Queen Victoria Markets, Corner of Elizabeth & Victoria St, Melbourne, Vic
An array of events and festivities from 27 January to 12 February.
qvm.com.au

The iconic Melbourne market place is alive with celebrations for the next few weeks, with traditional performances from local and international acts, authentic Chinese food stalls, lion dancers and free cooking demonstrations from celebrity chef Elizabeth Chong. With so much happening, the Queen Victoria Markets is the place to be.

Red Emporer, 3 Southgate Ave, Southbank, Vic
Special banquet and blessing ceremony on 28 January from 12pm -3pm and 5:45pm – 10:30pm.
redemperor.com.au

Enjoy either a special Chinese New Year banquet or a-la-cart menu at this traditional Chinese restaurant. Diners can also look forward to a lion dance and Blessing Ceremony.

Sydney

The Galeries, 500 George St, Sydney, NSW
Festivities and dining events from 28 January to 13 February.
thegaleries.com

The Galeries are bringing in the Lunar New Year with a celebration of innovative food and art. All of this will culminate in the Battle of the Woks, on 2 February, with a head-to-head cook off between the head chefs of The Galeries four Asian restaurants, Lotus, Jimmy’s Recipe, Hotto Motto and Chat Thai. The event will be overseen by Masterchef alumni, Adam Liaw and a winner chosen by the public via a taste test. Yum.

Lotus Galeries, Level 1, 500 George St, Sydney, NSW
A week of feasting from 25 January to 5 February
lotusdining.com.au

Lotus Galeries are hosting a week of feasting to celebrate Chinese New Year. Indulge in Lotus favourites such as slow booked beef short ribs, wok-fried prawns in XO sauce, and of course, dumplings. There are three Chinese banquets to choose from: The Mandarin Feast ($68 per person), Bamboo Banquet ($98 per person), and The Luxury Peach ($128 per person).Also available are 12 zodiac animal cocktails crafted by the in-house cocktail team.

Spice Temple Sydney, 10 Bligh St, Sydney, NSW
Chinese New Year banquet from 23 January to 5 February
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To celebrate the Year of the Rooster, Neil Perry and Head Chef Andy Evans have created a special menu incorporating ingredients that promote health, wealth and prosperity. The menu includes raw tuna with spicy orange and iceberg, pippies with pork and Shaoxing wine, stir fried wagyu brisket with lucky money dumplings, and caramel ice cream. The banquet menu costs $95 per person and is available for either lunch or dinner. There is a different menu at Spice Temple Melbourne. For bookings and further information, please visit the websites.

New Shanghai, at various locations
A special celebration menu on 28 January
newshanghai.com.au

New Shanghai will be toasting to the Year of the Rooster with a special celebration menu with a combination of New Shanghai favourites and exclusive, limited edition dishes. Diners at the Westfield Sydney, Chadstone (Melbourne) and Queens Plaza (Brisbane) locations can also expect to see a traditional Chinese Lion Dance. New Shanghai will also be donating $2 from every speciality cocktail purchases to the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation. So be sure to purchase one or two and start off the Lunar New Year with a clear conscience.

Brisbane

BrisAsia Festival 2017, various locations across Brisbane
Festival of over 80 events from 27 January to 19 February.
brisbane.qld.gov.au

Celebrate the Year of the Rooster with this three week festival. Festival goers can look forward to market stalls, workshops, cultural performances, a parade, live music, food discovery tours and the Taste of Asia event, highlighting some of the best food around. Visit the website for further information.

Sichuan Bang Bang, 8 Wongabel St, Kenmore, Qld
Banquet and street party on 29 January from 5pm.
sichuanbangbang.com.au

Diners can celebrate the Year of the Rooster with street food, live entertainment and lion dancers at the Sichuan Bang Bang street party or try the special Chinese New Year banquet at $60 per person.

Perth

Chinese New Year festival, Elizabeth Quay, Geoffrey Bolton Ave, Perth, WA
Festival of Chinese New Year customs and celebrations from 27 January to 5 February.
mra.wa.gov.au

This 10 day festival will see Elizabeth Quay transformed into a hub of culture and festivities as Perth celebrates the Year of the Rooster. With an Asian food market, an array of cultural performances, arts and crafts and lion dancing amongst many other activities, theres something for the whole family at the Chinese New Year festival. Visit the website for further information.

Chinese New Year Twilight Hawkers Market, Forrest Place, Perth, WA
Authentic Chinese twilight market on 27 January and February 3 from 4:30pm
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Celebrate the Year of the Rooster at Perth’s original and award winning Twilight Hawkers Market. Amidst a sea of red lanterns, catch up with friends and family, grab a bite to eat at many of the authentic Asian food stalls and enjoy an array of traditional Chinese performances.

Adelaide

Chinatown Lunar New Year Street Party, Moonta St (Chinatown) & Gouger St, Adelaide, SA
Stalls, exhibitions, and entertainment on 4 February from 11am – 10pm.
chinatownadelaide.com

Come 4 February, Adelaide streets will be bursting with celebrations, showcasing the best of Asian cultures and traditions of arts, crafts and foods. With lion dancers, live music, market stalls, fireworks, marital arts and an array of wonderful Asian food choices all available, this is surely to be the one party you shouldn’t miss. 

Hobart

Lunar New Year Festival, Parliament House Lawns, Salamanca Place, Hobart, Tas
Family-friendly festival on 29 January from 10am – 4pm
hobartcity.com.au

The fifth annual Lunar New Year Festival organsied by the Chinese Community Association of Tasmania will see lots of activities focused towards the family. There will be children’s activities, cultural displays, performances and food stalls showcasing some of the best Asian festive foods.