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Ring in the Year of the Horse and celebrate Lunar New Year at Canary Wharf! 

Also known as Chinese New Year, Seollal, the Spring Festival, and Tet, the festivities on 17 February 2026 mark the beginning of the new lunar calendar and the Year of the Horse – a symbol of energy, freedom, and prosperity. Whether you’re looking to indulge in exceptional dining, find the perfect gift, or simply soak up the festive atmosphere, Canary Wharf has everything you need to celebrate in style. 

Eat & Drink Your Way Through Lunar New Year 

Food plays a central role in Lunar New Year celebrations, with many dishes carrying symbolic meanings of wealth, longevity, good luck, and wellbeing. Discover Canary Wharf’s vibrant selection restaurants and cafés, each offering their own special way to mark the occasion. 

Roe – Celebrate Lunar New Year in Style 🧧 

Join us at Roe for an unforgettable evening of entertainment and fine dining as we welcome the Year of the Horse. Our chefs and co-founders Jack and Will have carefully crafted a vibrant, celebratory menu inspired by prosperity, tradition, and bold flavours – designed to be shared and enjoyed together. 

To Share 

• Maitake mushroom wontons with green tomato & lime leaf 

• Crispy stuffed chicken wings 

• Char siu lamb skewer with sesame & pickled lemon 

• Yee Sang prosperity toss salad 

Main (Your choice of one of the following each) 

• Sweet & sour suckling pork, or 

• ‘Fire Horse’ red chilli cod head with sriracha butter 

• Both served with shiitake & ginseng fried rice and sesame & smoked kimchi cabbage 

To Finish 

• Pu-erh tea crème brûlée 

• Mandarin ‘treasure’ & black sesame nian gao 

£58 per person | Minimum of 2 guests 

Good fortune, great food, and a festive atmosphere await. 🐎✨ Live entertainment from 5:45pm. 

Din Tai Fung – Celebrate Lunar New Year with Us 

Welcome the Year of the Fire Horse by gathering your loved ones around the table at Din Tai Fung. This Lunar New Year, Din Tai Fung marks the occasion with a limited-edition menu inspired by strength, warmth and abundance. Available from 9th to 22nd February, the seasonal specials reflect the Fire Horse’s energetic spirit through robust proteins, warming broths and generous sharing dishes, all crafted with Din Tai Fung’s signature precision, balance and ingredient-led approach. 

The Lunar New Year menu features: 

• Chicken & Prawn Tom Yum Xiao Long Bao – fragrant spice meets iconic soup dumpling craft 

• Hand-cut Soy Noodle Salad – light and delicately seasoned 

• Dynamite Prawns – crisp and celebratory 

• Prawn & Egg Fried Rice with XO Sauce – Taikeng No.9 rice tossed with umami XO sauce and Clarence Court free-range Leghorn white eggs 

• Beef Tenderloin with Broccoli – showcasing carefully sourced Irish Angus beef 

• Lion’s Head Meatball Soup – slow-simmered and deeply warming 

For guests dining between 9th to 22nd February, those spending £180 or more will receive a complimentary set of Din Tai Fung bespoke red pockets, elegantly adorned with cherry blossom and gold detailing – a symbol of good fortune for the Lunar New Year of the Horse (while stocks last). 

To toast the season, Din Tai Fung Bar introduces two Lunar New Year drinks: the Golden Longan Sour (made with date-infused 42 Below vodka, longan syrup and fresh lemon) and the Goji & Passionfruit Tea (served hot, a naturally restorative, alcohol-free alternative). 

Biang at Wharf Kitchen 

If China’s ancient capital city of Xi’an is too far to travel for mouth-watering street food, Biang at Wharf Kitchen in Jubilee Place is the next best thing. This unassuming establishment offers simple but popular dishes that marry Chinese and Western flavours, drawing on the cultural cross-pollination of the ancient Silk Road. Among the menu options are Chinese burgers, hand-pulled Biang noodles, vegan dishes, and the restaurant’s secret chilli sauce. Takeaways are available. 

HEYTEA – The Originator of New-Style Tea 

Real Ingredients, Real Quality. In 2012, HEYTEA used authentic real tea to pair with real dairy cheese, giving birth to the first and original Cheese Tea with Cheese Foam topping. Since then, HEYTEA has opened over 3,000 stores worldwide, continuing to serve customers with a wide variety of popular tea drinks made with fresh and real ingredients. The perfect refreshing accompaniment to your Lunar New Year celebrations. 

Royal China 

Indulge in traditional Hong Kong dishes at Royal China at Westferry Circus. One of several Royal China restaurants in London, this establishment is renowned for its Dim Sum, served daily from 12noon until 5pm. The menu changes regularly and offers a mouth-watering selection of seasonal and signature dishes created by the head chefs. Set tasting menus are also available – ideal for celebrating with family and friends. 

JWD Hand-Pulled Noodle Bar 

Rooted in the centuries-old craft of Lanzhou noodle-making, every bowl at JWD Hand-Pulled Noodle Bar is prepared fresh to order – with silky noodles hand-pulled by their trained chefs, rich slow-cooked broths, and comforting flavour in every slurp. The menu draws inspiration from northwest China’s bold, halal culinary heritage, offering a selection of authentic dishes. A modern taste of tradition, made to fit the rhythm of city life. 

Ong Lai Kopitiam brings the vibrant flavors of Malaysia to the heart of Canary Wharf. Rooted in the rich kopitiam café culture of Malaysia, they serve heritage dishes that are as comforting as they are distinctive – from their signature blue rice Nasi Kerabu to street food favorites like Satay Chicken, Kolo Mee noodles, and the ever-loved Kaya Toast. More than just a place to eat, Ong Lai is a warm invitation to gather, connect, and discover the unique tastes of Malaysia, paired with the aroma of freshly brewed kopi and teh tarik. 

Gifting Options at Canary Wharf 

Canary Wharf has all the shops and brands you need to treat your loved ones to special gifts this Lunar New Year. From luxurious fragrances to artisan teas and premium beauty products, find the perfect token of prosperity and good fortune. 

Fortnum & Mason 

Celebrate in style with Fortnum & Mason’s exquisite Lunar New Year collection. 

Lunar New Year Biscuit Selection – Nestled within are Fortnum’s very best butter biscuits in six different flavours. Choose from Pistachio & Clotted Cream Biscuits, Chocolate & Macadamia Nut Biscuits, Ginger & Chilli Biscuits, Rose & Almond Biscuits, Victoria Grey Tea Biscuits and Earl Grey Tea Biscuits. Made with rich butter for a delicious and satisfying taste, the recipe is Fortnum’s very own invention. £80 

Cup of Good Fortune Loose Leaf Tea Tin, 50g – Delicately aromatic and floral, this naturally sweet blend of Bai Mu Dan white tea with Rose Petals and Lychee flavouring is an uplifting cup of good cheer to celebrate Lunar New Year. The beautiful tin design, decked with red, gold and Fortnum’s signature Eau de Nil colour, features intricate motifs to symbolise the New Year, prosperity and good fortune. 

Jo Malone London 

Discover the new Amber Labdanum Cologne Intense at Jo Malone London. Ascend the sun-drenched hills of Andalusia where wild cistus fields warm the breeze with the ambery notes of labdanum. Enhanced by vanilla and roasted oak, the smooth scent leaves a rich sensual trail. Powerful and evocative – the perfect luxurious gift for Lunar New Year. 

Diptyque 

Lamei (Wintersweet Flower) Classic Candle – A bright yellow blossom, a beacon of hope in the frost of winter, emerges from a limited edition vessel bearing artist Zinan Lam’s poetic and contemporary design. The Lamei flower, also called Wax Plum, unfolds velvety floral notes softened by honeyed accents and lifted with woody undertones. An emblem of renewal and optimism for the year to come. Beneath the winter frost, the Lamei candle reveals its velvety and floral notes – a symbol of renewal and a promise of hope for the new year. 

PureSeoul 

As the ‘Home of K-Beauty,’ PURESEOUL has an exclusive selection of over 2,000 Korean skincare, makeup, and hair care products, curated with expert insight into Korea’s beauty trends. Working directly with over 60 cult-favourite brands like Torriden, Celimax, and Biodance, PURESEOUL leads the market in being the ultimate destination for authentic K-Beauty. Treat yourself or a loved one to the gift of radiant skin this Lunar New Year. 

Aesop 

Established in Melbourne in 1987, Aesop has since been formulating products with efficacy foremost in mind – their complex, distinctive aromas are but an incidental treat. The range now spans skin, hair and body care, as well as fragrance and accessories for the self and home. All Aesop products are vegan, Leaping Bunny approved, and cruelty-free. A Certified B Corporation™, Aesop offers thoughtful, ethically sourced gifts that embody quality and care. 

What’s On in London for Lunar New Year 

After you’ve explored all that Canary Wharf has to offer, venture into central London to experience the capital’s spectacular Lunar New Year celebrations. Wear something red for good luck and prosperity and be part of the festivities. 

Chinese New Year Parade 

The annual Chinese New Year Parade is the biggest highlight of Lunar New Year in London. The parade, on 17 February, will begin with Lion and Dragon dances in Charing Cross Road at 10am before making its way along Shaftesbury Avenue into Chinatown and ending in Trafalgar Square. The parade will wrap up with dance and music, martial arts displays, a line-up of Chinese artists, a thanksgiving ceremony, fireworks, speeches, and the Lions’ Eye-Dotting Ceremony. Get there early to find a good spot as the parade’s incredibly popular and always draws a crowd. 

To get from Canary Wharf to Charing Cross Road, take the Jubilee line from the Estate to Waterloo station and change for the Bakerloo line to Charing Cross. 

Gong Xi Fa Cai! Wishing you prosperity, good health, and happiness in the Year of the Horse. 🐎🧧