Hotel guests and visitors to Sydney are warmly invited to experience the exciting traditions of Lunar New Year at the award-winning The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, celebrated for its rich heritage and welcoming hospitality. 

With 2025 ushering in the Year of the Snake, an auspicious array of culinary creations and exclusive cocktails symbolising wisdom, elegance, and prosperity will be available from 27 January to 2 March 2025. 

“As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the historic General Post Office building, we are honoured to blend this significant milestone with the rich traditions of the Lunar New Year," said Darryl Healey, Hotel Manager at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney.   

“Our curated experiences during this festive season not only pay homage to the cultural heritage of our community but also celebrate the enduring legacy of this iconic landmark.”   

Lunar New Year Afternoon Tea 

Inspired by the vibrant flavours of the Lunar New Year, the Lunar Afternoon Tea at The Bar offers a delightful journey through sweet and savoury indulgences, all set in the stunning surroundings of the hotel’s heritage ambience. 

Guests can enjoy colourful creations such as the Rambutan Coconut Verrine and the decadent Black Sesame Mousse Roulade, alongside savoury highlights like the Chili Crab Cannelloni and Peking Duck Wraps. 

Available from 27 January – 2 March 2025 from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.  

Packages: 

A$78 per person, inclusive of TWG Tea or Vittoria Coffee 

Add A$20 per person for two hours of free-flow Organic Canti Prosecco 

A$88 per person, inclusive of a flute of Chandon sparkling wine 

A$98 per person, inclusive of a flute of Veuve Clicquot champagne 

Reserve your experience here: Lunar New Year at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney 

Cocktails 

Raise a toast to prosperity with The Fullerton Hotel Sydney’s specially crafted Lunar New Year cocktails. These vibrant creations are full of bold and refreshing flavours and perfect for the season’s festivities. 

Fire Cracker: Olmeca Tequila, Hibiscus Liqueur, Pomegranate Liqueur, and Grenadine 

Dragon Twister: Belvedere, Cherry Brandy, Pineapple Juice, and Lemon 

Red Lantern Martini: Lychee Liqueur, Lychee Juice, and Pomegranate Liqueur 

Available Daily: Until late 

Price: A$25 per cocktail 

No booking is required. 

The Place Restaurant 

To celebrate this festive occasion, our talented culinary team has prepared three Lunar New Year-inspired delicacies including: 

Fullerton Prosperity Salad Toss “Lo Hei” (A$88 for two): features Ora king salmon, Hiramasa kingfish, and Harvey Bay scallops ceviche tossed with fresh vegetables and plum vinaigrette. 

XO Pipis (A$48): Locally sourced pipi clams from Ballina wrapped in a traditional XO sauce served with jasmine rice. 

Eight Treasure Dim Sum Basket (A$28): A vibrant selection of handcrafted dim sums with premium ingredients including shuimai with smoked salmon roe, Har Gow with grilled tiger prawns and more.  

Available from 27 January – 8 February 2025 

Lunch: Monday to Saturday, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 

Dinner: Tuesday to Saturday, 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 

Reserve your table here: The Fullerton Hotel Sydney | Restaurants & Bars Sydney | Dining 

Lion Dance Celebration 

Don’t miss the exciting Lunar New Year Lion Dance Celebration on Friday, 31 January 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This traditional performance is a cultural highlight that brings good fortune and joy to all for the new year. 

Celebrate the wisdom, elegance, and prosperity of the Year of the Snake at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney. To learn more or make reservations, visit www.fullertonhotels.com or call +61 (0) 2 8223 1111. 

Media Contacts - The Fullerton Hotel Sydney 

Kathy Zhang

Marketing and Communications Manager

Kathy.zhang@fullertonhotels.com

Kelly Kuo 

Director of Marketing and Communications  

Kelly.kuo@fullertonhotels.com  

About The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Steeped in character and elegance, The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is a luxury five-star hotel offering exquisite dining experiences, bespoke luxury and a stay to remember. Located at No. 1 Martin Pace, in the heart of Sydney’s financial and fashion district, The Fullerton Hotel Sydney exudes both comfort and charm with 416 guest rooms including contemporary sophistication from our high-rise section and the more classically inspired accommodation of the General Post Office building (Circa 1874).  The GPO building has a fascinating history and holds a special place in the heart of Sydneysiders. It was an iconic landmark gathering place for social and corporate activities. Today our location is just as relevant with guests enjoying close proximity to iconic landmarks such as Darling Harbour, the Royal Botanic Garden, Barangaroo, the Sydney Opera House and the Museum of Contemporary Art, as well as theatres and noteworthy restaurants. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney was voted Number 1 Hotel in Australia and New Zealand in the Condé Nast Traveller’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards. 

About The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts  

The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts owns and operates four properties in Asia Pacific, with three award-winning hotels in the CBD prime locations of Singapore and Sydney as well as a luxury oceanfront resort in Hong Kong. The Fullerton Hotel Singapore (opened in 2001) and The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore (opened in 2010) anchor the Fullerton Heritage lifestyle precinct, centrally located at Marina Bay and in the heart of Singapore’s Civic District. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney debuted in 2019, marking The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts’ first international expansion, sharing a rich heritage with The Fullerton Hotel Singapore as a National Monument, both being historic former General Post Offices in Sydney and Singapore. In 2022, The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong –a sustainability-minded, oceanfront property – opened as the first Fullerton hotel in Hong Kong and the first Fullerton resort worldwide. The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts is affiliated with Preferred Hotels & Resorts, which represents a global portfolio of independent hotels and independent hotel experiences.