Lunar New Year is all about abundance, togetherness, and feasting well — and Violet Oon Singapore is leaning all the way in this season with a line-up that’s equal parts nostalgic and indulgent.

From festive feasts in elegant private dining rooms to yu sheng with a tropical twist and beautifully curated gift boxes, the beloved heritage brand is pulling out all the stops to usher in an auspicious start to the year.

Whether you’re planning an intimate family reunion, a tok panjang–style celebration with friends, or a polished corporate gathering, Violet Oon’s trio of restaurants at Dempsey Hill, ION Orchard, and the National Gallery offer the perfect backdrop for a stylish Lunar New Year get-together.

No Lunar New Year celebration is complete without a joyful toss, and this year’s VO Fragrant Yu Sheng is a standout. Available from 20 January to 3 March 2026, Violet Oon’s rendition brings a vibrant, tropical flair to the classic festive salad.

Think fragrant kaffir lime leaves, pink ginger flower, sweet beetroot, crispy fish skin and ice plant, finished with premium toppings like smoked salmon or abalone — plus a touch of gold leaf, because prosperity should sparkle. Designed for sharing, it’s a celebratory centrepiece that sets the tone for a season of abundance and good fortune.

For those hosting something a little more special, Violet Oon’s well-appointed private dining rooms offer an elegant setting for festive gatherings. Exclusively for private dining guests, the brand has introduced four Chinese New Year Set Menus, each featuring a symbolic procession of beautifully plated dishes steeped in tradition.

At the heart of it all is a deep reverence for family traditions, the kind passed down through generations and remembered through taste. Violet Oon’s Lunar New Year menus are rooted in the comforting familiarity of home cooking, where recipes carry stories, meals are shared around a long table, and the food is always good because it’s made with care. Each dish draws from heritage flavours and festive symbolism, coming together as a celebration of homeliness, abundance, and the simple joy of eating well with the people who matter most.

The experience begins with the lo hei of the VO Fragrant Yu Sheng, followed by a comforting bowl of Hee Peow Soup — a Nyonya Lunar New Year classic served only during this season. Slow-simmered with auspicious ingredients like abalone, fish maw, and hand-formed crab balls, it’s a nourishing start to a generous feast.

Expect heritage favourites such as Kuay Pie Tee, Ayam Buah Keluak, Chap Chye, and Nasi Ulam, ending on a sweet note with an assortment of handmade kuehs.

Hosting at home? Violet Oon’s Festive Party Trays make entertaining a breeze. Designed for generous sharing, these stackable trays are perfect for open houses, office gatherings, or adding flair to any long-table feast.

Highlights include crowd-pleasers like Udang Goreng Chilli, Garam Assam Fish, Kuay Pie Tee, and Dry Laksa — freshly prepared and thoughtfully portioned to feed 12 to 15 guests.

For dessert (or gifting), Violet Oon’s festive cakes are always a hit. A seasonal exclusive, the VO Pineapple Tart Cake reimagines the beloved festive treat as an elegant six-inch cake layered with slow-cooked pineapple jam, brûléed pineapples, and gold flakes atop a buttery tart base — a sweet symbol of prosperity if there ever was one.

Also making a return are perennial favourites like the Sugee Cake and the Gula Melaka Cake with Cashew Crumble, both beloved for their rich flavours and celebratory flair.

Gifting takes centre stage during the Lunar New Year, and Violet Oon’s Gift Shop at ION Orchard is a treasure trove of beautifully packaged gourmet treats inspired by Chef Violet Oon’s own family recipes.

From mix-and-match Prosperity Gift Boxes to spice-forward selections featuring sambals and sauces, as well as classic cookies and jewel-toned jams housed in Peranakan tile–inspired packaging, these make thoughtful tokens of goodwill for hosts, loved ones, or valued clients.

However you choose to celebrate, Violet Oon Singapore turns every Lunar New Year moment, from the first toss of yu sheng to the last bite of kueh — into something meaningful, memorable, and deliciously festive.

Violet Oon Singapore’s restaurants have adjusted operating hours on the eve and the first day of the Lunar New Year:

Monday, February 16:
• National Kitchen: Closes at 3pm (last order at 2:30pm)
• ION Orchard: Closes at 5pm (last order at 3.30pm)
• Dempsey Hill: Closes at 3pm (last order at 2.30pm)

Tuesday, February 17:
• National Kitchen: Open from noon to 10pm (last order at 9pm)
• ION Orchard: Open from noon to 10pm (last order at 9pm)
• Dempsey Hill: Open from noon to 3pm, and 6pm – 11pm (last order at 9:30pm) OPENING