In January 2026, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore invites guests on a journey of heritage and celebration with two culinary experiences at Food Capital: its first-ever Peranakan Buffet – Riverside Peranakan Feast and a line-up of Chinese New Year buffets, reunion dinners, hampers, and takeaway sets to welcome the Chinese New Year.

A Landmark Peranakan Buffet: Riverside Peranakan Feast

Launching on 2 January 2026, Food Capital’s Peranakan Buffet goes beyond food to celebrate Peranakan culture. A special opening showcase, happening 6 January and co-curated with The

Peranakan Association Singapore (TPAS), will feature a kebaya showcase led by Baba Raymond Wong, recipient of National Heritage Board’s Stewards of Intangible Cultural Heritage Award, soulful performances by The Peranakan Voices choir, and a lively appearance by Chef Shirley Tay, the “Singing Chef”, who will also unveil her new recipe collection of age-old Peranakan recipes during the evening. Guests can also browse retail stalls offering authentic kebaya, batik, beaded slippers, and Peranakan delicacies.

From 2 January to 8 February 2026, diners can savour rotating menus of Peranakan favourites such as Deep-fried Pomfret with Sambal Chilli, Bakwan Kepiting (crab meatball soup), Kachang Bendi Chincalok (ladies’ fingers with shrimp sauce), and Goreng Assam Udang (prawns in tamarind sauce).

“We are proud to present a buffet that not only showcases the flavours of Peranakan cuisine but also the culture and stories behind it. Collaborating with Chef Shirley Tay and TPAS has allowed us to bring authenticity and heritage directly to our guests in a meaningful way, ” Executive Chef David Toh shares.

“Food Capital has always been a place where cultures, stories, and families come together, and this year’s Peranakan showcase is especially meaningful for us. By honouring a treasured Singaporean heritage through food, craft, and community partnerships, we hope to offer our guests more than just a dining experience, but a deeper connection to the traditions that make this city so rich and unique,” Andrew Tan, General Manager, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore.

At 79, Chef Shirley Tay embodies the spirit of Peranakan culture – blending food, performance, and storytelling into one. Shirley has spent decades preserving and modernising Nyonya cuisine, from her early training under her grandmother to her years in renowned hotels. “Cooking Peranakan food is about love and joy. It may be a painstaking process, but it is worth it when I see the happiness on people’s faces,” she says. “Dishes like Ayam Halia (Ginger Chicken) hold deep meaning for me. They are rooted in tradition, yet timeless in how they bring comfort and delight.”

The buffet is priced at $72++ per adult | $36++ per child for lunch (12pm–2.30pm) from Monday to

Saturday, and for dinner (6pm–10pm), at $102++ per adult | $51++ per child from Sunday to Thursday, and $112++ per adult | $56++ per child on Fridays and Saturdays. Children 5 and under dine for free.

Keeping Heritage Alive

For TPAS, the collaboration is both timely and significant, coming on the heels of the kebaya’s inscription on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. By presenting food, music, and design within a modern dining setting, the initiative demonstrates how Peranakan heritage thrives as a living, evolving culture.

“This partnership allows us to share the heart and heritage behind every Peranakan dish, where recipes carry generations of stories. We hope diners leave not only satisfied, but also with a deeper connection and appreciation to the vibrant Peranakan way of life,” says Mrs Genevieve Peggy Jeffs, President of The Peranakan Association Singapore.

Chinese New Year at Food Capital

Alongside the Peranakan Buffet, Food Capital ushers in the Year of the Horse with a host of festive offerings from 9 February – 3 March 2026:

Chinese New Year cum Peranakan Buffet: Indulge in a sumptuous spread of Chinese New Year classics. Guests can look forward to a vibrant showcase of Peranakan, Chinese New Year, and international favourites, thoughtfully prepared to celebrate heritage and festivity in every bite. Available from 9 February to 3 March 2026 (excluding 16–18 February).

The Chinese New Year Buffet is priced at $72++ per adult | $36++ per child for lunch from Monday to Saturday, while dinner is available at $102++ per adult | $51++ per child from Sunday to Thursday, and $112++ per adult | $56++ per child on Fridays and Saturdays. Children 5 and under dine for free.

Chinese New Year Reunion Special: From 16 – 18 February, families and friends are invited to gather for a meaningful reunion over a celebratory feast filled with auspicious flavours.

For the reunion feasts, lunch is priced at $82++ per adult | $41++ per child, and dinner at $112++ per adult | $56++ per child, with two seatings available — from 5:30pm to 7:30pm and 8:00pm to 10:00pm. Full prepayment is required. Enjoy 25% off when full prepayment is received by 10 January 2025. Children 5 and under dine for free.

Chinese New Year and Perankan Afternoon Tea: Celebrate new beginnings at The Lobby Lounge with two exquisite afternoon tea experiences, each thoughtfully crafted to honour the flavours, heritage, and festive charm of the season. Served daily from 3:00pm to 5:00pm, both experiences also feature a curated tea pairing in collaboration with Pryce Tea and The Lobby Lounge’s signature unlimited scone trolley.

• Peranakan Afternoon Tea (2 Jan – 8 Feb 2026): Enjoy Peranakan-inspired bites such as GCW Laksa, Oxtail Stew Kueh Pie Tee, Ayam Buah Keluak, Ngo Hiang, and Satay Babi, paired with sweet treats including Pulut Hitam Cake, Pandan Portuguese Egg Tart, Talam Jagung Layer, Ondeh Swiss Roll, and Durian Pengat Cream Puff
• Chinese New Year Afternoon Tea (9 Feb – 3 Mar 2026): Festive creations include Bak Kwa with Cheddar Cheese & Scallion, Lychee Prawn with Sweet Chili, Chicken Floss & Egg Mayo, and Forest Mushroom Tartlet, along with sweets such as CNY Fortune Macaron, Caramelised Cashew Nut Tart, Kumquat Orange Delight, Mango Cheese Swiss Roll, and Pistachio Chocolate Choux

Indulge in an afternoon tea set for two at $68++, inclusive of two glasses of Pryce Sparkling Tea, or elevate the experience at $108++ with two glasses of Devaux Coeur des Bar Blanc de Noirs. Each set includes your choice of a pot of coffee or tea.

Festive Hampers and Takeaway Sets: For those celebrating at home, elevate your gatherings with Food Capital’s Prosperity Yu Sheng, the symbolic dish for tossing to good fortune and success, priced at $38++ (serves 6 pax) and $58++ (serves 10 pax). You can also share blessings and good fortune with Grand Copthorne Waterfront’s Chinese New Year Hampers, thoughtfully curated with premium goodies and signature treats, ideal for gifting family, friends, or business partners:

• CNY Festive Hamper ($480++) – a premium, thoughtfully curated assortment featuring Champagne Cœur des Bar, Australian 1-Head Abalone, Premium White Fungus, Bird’s Nest with Aloe Vera, Japanese Flower Mushrooms, Pineapple Cake, Essence of Chicken with Ginseng and Cordyceps, Superior Fish Maw, Assorted Haichao Chinese Tea, BBQ Pork Jerky, Crispy Pork Floss, and Ferrero Rocher – all beautifully presented in a festive gift hamper.
• CNY Executive Hamper ($600++) – A luxurious upgrade for elevated gifting, showcasing Château Beaumont Haut-Médoc, Japanese Premium Dry Scallops, Premium White Fungus, Australian 1-Head Abalone, Buddha Jump Over the Wall, American Ginseng Slices, Bird’s Nest varieties, Essence of Chicken with Ginseng & Cordyceps, Superior Fish Maw, Premium Grade Flower Mushrooms, Assorted Haichao Chinese Tea, Premium Pork Jerky, Pineapple Cake, and more, beautifully wrapped in an executive festive presentation.

With heritage at its heart and festivity in every detail, Grand Copthorne Waterfront invites all guests to savour a season of flavour, connection, and cultural celebration.