A Feast of Fortune at 'Canton Red'

For the Lunar New Year period, Canton Blue, The Peninsula's refined Cantonese restaurant, will transform into 'Canton Red' from 18th January – 8th February. Red is a sacred colour in Chinese culture, symbolising good fortune, prosperity, happiness, and vitality so the restaurant's glossy blue entrance doors will be wreathed in red, and inside the interiors will be decorated with vibrant, red florals and luminous Chinese lanterns. Canton Red invites diners to celebrate the Lunar New Year with an exclusive menu crafted to honour the season.

The festive menu, featuring innovative interpretations of culturally significant dishes, includes:

• Starters: Golden fish dumpling with pumpkin seafood sauce, barbecued pork, prawn dumpling, and crispy chicken with savoury shrimp paste.
• Main Courses: Steamed fish with ginger, shiitake mushrooms, and soy sauce; deep-fried lobster with salted egg sauce; stir-fried Wagyu beef with wild mushrooms, and homemade spinach noodles.
• Dessert: A chestnut cream and mandarin mousse, symbolising wealth and good fortune.

Guests dining at Canton Red will also receive a traditional red envelope, and on 29th January, a Chinese calligrapher will create bespoke messages of prosperity for the year ahead. The three-course set menu is available for £188 per person (exclusive of drinks) at both lunch and dinner sittings.

Discover the Art of Tea with Chinese Tea Ceremony Masterclasses

Canton Red's elegant Tea Lounge will host daily Chinese tea masterclasses from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm from Saturday 25th January to Wednesday 5th February. Led by The Peninsula London's expert tea masters, each session includes tastings of three teas, paired with light dim sum, pastries, and traditional sweets.

Participants will learn the history and techniques of this ancient ritual and experience its sensational flavours. This intimate experience, ideal for family and friends, is limited to eight participants per session and can be reserved on SevenRooms.com for £48 per person.

A Spectacle of Tradition: The Peninsula Dragon Dance

On Wednesday, 29th January, The Peninsula London will present a spirited Dragon Dance in the hotel's graceful courtyard. This vibrant and dynamic performance, believed to dispel negative energy and invite good fortune, will captivate guests with its colourful costumes and rhythmic drumming.

• Date: Wednesday, 29 January
• Time: from 11am – 12pm
• Location: The Peninsula London Courtyard and within the hotel

Celebrate the Year of the Snake—a symbol of wisdom, elegance, and transformation—at The Peninsula London. Whether you gather with loved ones for a sumptuous feast, learn the artistry of tea, or revel in a dazzling cultural performance, this Lunar New Year promises to be an unforgettable celebration.

For more information please contact: peninsula@masonrose.com

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About The Peninsula London

Ideally situated in the heart of Belgravia, with views over Hyde Park Corner and Wellington Arch, The Peninsula London occupies one of the city's most prestigious addresses. The newly built hotel, impeccably designed to harmonise with surrounding heritage buildings is just moments away from the city's most iconic attractions, including Three Royal Parks, Buckingham Palace, Harrods, and Big Ben. Its 190 light-filled guest rooms and suites have been exquisitely designed by Peter Marino; its gathering spaces include several world-class restaurants and bars, including two-Michelin starred Brooklands by Claude Bosi; the idyllic Peninsula Spa & Wellness Centre, and a luxury retail arcade.