Heralding the strong Asian influences of the East on New Zealand’s food scene, Lola Rouge is celebrating Chinese New Year’s Year of the Dragon with a delectable Lunar New Year menu inspired by the themes that this celebration brings. Red is the colour of the Lunar New Year, representing good luck, happiness, wealth and fortune, while the Dragon symbolises ambition, energy, charisma, passion and enthusiasm.
Diners at Lola Rouge during Chinese New Year will be gifted their own Lucky Red Envelope, or Hong Bao, enclosing their own potential fortune varying from a free cocktail to a complimentary night’s stay at Naumi Wellington, ensuring that diners are starting the Chinese New Year with luck on their side.
As one of Wellington’s favourite restaurants and bars, Lola Rouge, situated at Naumi Wellington, always promises to provide innovative and delicious gourmet experiences influenced by Asian flavours and traditions. The Lunar New Year menu includes the following tantalising dishes:
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Baiju Dragon Shot
Yee Sang Prosperity Salad
Ora King Salmon, Asian Slaw, Fried Wonton Skins,
Peanuts, Daikon, Edamame Beans, Plum Dressing
Duck Cigar with Hoisin Gel
Steamed Money Bag Dumpling
Lobster, Scallop and Ginger Soy Sauce
See Yao Gai
Spring Chicken, Soy Sauce Glaze, Scallions, Ginger
Longevity Noodles
Tofu, Pok Choy, Oyster Mushroom
Dessert Tasting Plate with Sichuan Macaroon, Mango Pudding & Egg Tart
The Lunar New Year is $59 pp and will be served from Tuesday to Saturday from 6th February 2024 for the rest of the month.
For more information, visit Lola Rouge and Naumi Wellington.
