Host CNY Gathering at Home in Singapore 2026?
The key to a smooth Chinese New Year gathering at home is preparation. Know what needs to be done, when, and how much effort each task will take. There’s no faster way to turn a festive reunion into stress than scrambling at the last minute to cater dishes, set up new year decorations, or create a festive atmosphere that elevates the ambience.
Planning ahead lets you host guests with ease, share the joy, and fill the table with auspicious flavours. This guide shows how to prepare, decorate, and organize your CNY gathering to celebrate togetherness and create lasting memories of good fortune.
The Complete Guide to Hosting a Chinese New Year Gathering at Home in Singapore for CNY 2026
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How to Be the Best CNY Host in Singapore This 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
The new year is a time for reflection, connection, and joy. Hosting a Chinese New Year celebration in Singapore is a beautiful way to bond with family, but it can also feel like a major project. For CNY 2026, the secret to success is early planning to ensure a stress-free experience that lets you truly embrace the spirit of Chinese culture and family.
If the idea of hosting guests at home feels overwhelming, this guide provides everything you need to make your Chinese New Year seamless, from the hosting reunion dinner to the final mahjong game.
Step 1: Elevate Your Chinese New Year Feast with Typhoon Cafe
The centerpiece of any lunar new year is the food. Preparing a traditional Chinese meal from scratch is a massive task. To impress your guests without spending days in the kitchen, ordering a specialized Chinese New Year feast is the smartest move. Typhoon Cafe is an ideal partner to help you host CNY gatherings with ease. Our mini buffet packed meals are set and designed to bring prosperity and good fortune to your table.
The Abundance Mini Buffet ($26++/pax)
Inclusive of Prosperity Yusheng and Steamed Rice, this is a must-have for a large Chinese New Year event.
Appetizers: Choose from Golden Chicken Fritters, Spicy Chili Oil Dumplings, or Lychee Shrimp Ball.
Meat: Options include Braised Pork Belly with Preserved Vegetable, Sweet & Sour Pork, San Bei Ji, or Kung Bao Chicken.
Vegetables/Tofu: Choices like Stir-Fried Nai Bai or Braised Tofu in Soy Sauce.
Fish: Steamed or Deep-Fried Barramundi with various sauces like Szechuan Mala or Ginger Shoyu.
The Blessings Mini Buffet ($32++/pax)
Perfect for a more lavish Chinese New Year party, this set includes everything in the Abundance menu plus a seafood category.
Seafood: Elevate the meal with Stir-Fried Clam (Original/Mala) or Salted Egg Yolk Squid.
Reunion Set Menus (For 2: $58++ | For 4: $88++)
If you are hosting reunion dinner for a smaller group, these sets provide delicious food without the waste. They include favorites like Three-Cup Chicken and Barramundi, ensuring a traditional CNY feel.
Note: Prices are subject to prevailing GST & Service Charge. T&Cs apply. (Minimum 10 pax).
Step 2: Transforming Your Home to Set the Festive Mood
To make your home ready for the festive season, focus on small décor touches that set the festive mood.
Decorations: Hang a red lantern and paste a couplet featuring Chinese characters like "Fu" (Wealth) around your doorway. This symbolizes luck and prosperity for the year ahead.
Visuals: Use red and gold accents to create a lively atmosphere that welcomes good luck and prosperity into your living space.
Step 3: Master the Flow of Food and Drinks
A great host ensures that everyone in the festive mood has what they need.
Self-Service Station: Set up a corner with Chinese teas and a variety of food and drinks.
Sweet Treats: Pair the meal with your cousin’s home bakes or traditional snacks to keep the festive cheer going.
The "Toss": No celebration is complete without the Lo Hei. Use the included Yusheng from Typhoon Cafe to lead everyone in shouting wishes for the new year, such as progress and growth.
Step 4: Chinese New Year Activities for an Unforgettable Time
Beyond the meal, a successful Chinese New Year event needs fun activities.
Games: A traditional Chinese new year often involves a friendly game of mahjong or cards to build festive spirit.
Gifting: Keep a stack of red packets (Ang Baos) ready to share wealth and prosperity with the younger generation.
Conversation: Focus on the spirit of Chinese New Year by sharing stories and hopes for luck and prosperity in 2026.
By hosting guests at home with a mix of delicious food from Typhoon Cafe and traditional Chinese activities, you ensure an unforgettable experience. You get to step out of the kitchen and into the festive spirit, making this festive occasion a true highlight for your family.