JAKARTA – Lunar New Year celebrations in Jakarta are deeply rooted in the long history of Chinese traders who once made Batavia one of Asia’s most important trading ports. Alongside their goods, they brought traditions, rituals, and culinary customs rich in symbolism. And thesewhat Tugu Dining Jakarta has to offer.

Over time, these traditions blended with local culture, giving rise to Peranakan heritage an identity kept alive through kitchens, family recipes, and dining tables that serve as spaces for sharing stories across generations.

This living heritage is once again celebrated through Lunar New Year festivities at Dapur Babah Elite, Tugu Kunstkring Paleis, and Shanghai Blue 1920. Each destination offers a distinct experience, yet all are united by a common thread: Yu Sheng, a symbolic dish representing togetherness, prosperity, and hopes for good fortune at the beginning of the new year.

Yu Sheng Moments

At Dapur Babah Elite, located in the historic Jalan Veteran area of Central Jakarta, Lunar New Year is presented through Babah Nyonya cuisine rich in philosophy and cross-cultural memory. The Salmon Prosperity Toss Yu Sheng takes center stage, shared communally as a symbol of abundance and good luck.

The celebration is complemented by Mie Siram Dapur Babah, long noodles symbolizing longevity, and Garang Asem Bandeng with Belimbing Wuluh, a sweet and sour interplay that reflects the meeting of Chinese and Indonesian culinary traditions.

Meanwhile, Tugu Kunstkring Paleis, standing gracefully in the heart of Menteng, celebrates Lunar New Year within a historic building steeped in stories of art and cultural movements.

Yu Sheng once again opens the festive table, followed by Ayam Hong with its sweet savory flavors symbolizing prosperity, and Babah Black Pepper Beef, rich in spices and bold character.

Shanghai Blue

At Shanghai Blue 1920, located in the Kebon Sirih area of Central Jakarta, Lunar New Year unfolds within the evocative atmosphere of 1920s Shanghai.

Yu Sheng marks the beginning of a new chapter, accompanied by signature dishes such as Mongolia Spare Ribs with Shanghai’s special sauce, and Shanghai Blue Grouper, a fish dish that highlights balance of flavors and the philosophy of harmony central to Chinese tradition.

Through the curated selection of menus across these three destinations, the celebration of Chinese New Year in Jakarta becomes more than an annual tradition. Yu Sheng stands as a unifying symbol—bringing together stories, flavors, and hopes at the dining table, where history, culture, and Jakarta’s diversity converge.

The Special Chinese New Year Menu is available for order from 1 February to 28 February 2026 at each participating restaurant.

This curatorial approach to flavor, space, and storytelling reflects a broader philosophy embraced by Tugu Hotels & Restaurants a long-term commitment to preserving and celebrating art, history, and culture as integral elements of the hospitality experience.

Through every dish, space, and narrative, Tugu positions culture as a universal language that bridges past and present, while remaining relevant to a global audience.

An Iconic Cullinary Destination

Tugu Dining Jakarta comprises a collection of iconic culinary destinations, each with a strong character and story, including Tugu Kunstkring Paleis with its art-filled historical ambiance, Dapur Babah Elite celebrating the richness of Peranakan cuisine, and Shanghai Blue 1920, which captures the charm of 1920s Shanghai.

All restaurants are part of Tugu Hotels & Restaurants, a hospitality group that currently manages five hotels and thirteen restaurants and cafés across Jakarta, Bali, Lombok, Malang, and Blitar.

All Tugu properties are developed as cultural spaces that place Indonesian art, history, and heritage at the heart of the experience. This long-term commitment has earned international recognition, including Michelin One Key, Condé Nast Traveler Top Resorts in Southeast Asia, and accolades from Travel + Leisure, reaffirming that a culture-driven approach resonates strongly on the global stage.

You could get this offer by contacting Febby Okta Tugu Dining Jakarta  through email at [email protected] or via phone at +62 812 9874 0087. While comprehensive updates about the group are accessible on the official website at www.tuguhotels.com. (*)