Happy Year of the Dragon!
In Chinese culture, the Dragon holds a significant place as an auspicious and extraordinary creature, unparalleled in talent and excellence. It is related to success, intelligence and honour, while wood dragons are full of energy and dream of changing the world.
So as the Year of the Wood Dragon begins today, February 10, 2024 – we would like to believe it will foster growth, progress and abundance. We need all that!
The big night for feasting is the night before the start of the Chinese New Year. Last night we had a “Family Reunion” dinner with other London Asian dog mums at one of our favourite dog-friendly restaurants, the eclectic Soho pub with a world-class Chinese kitchen, Duck and Rice.
And must-have – Pineapple Tarts from Yauatcha!
Chinese New Year is celebrated for the next 15 days and you can still celebrate the Year of the Dragon at these dog-friendly Chinese/Asian restaurants:
Canton Blue celebrates the convergence of Asian and British cultures, Canton Blue offers innovative Cantonese cuisine in a collection of exquisitely decorated spaces. The Peninsula, 1 Grosvenor Pl, London SW1X 7HJ
CHOJO is a cosy Chinese restaurant and tea house in the Westbourne Grove neighbourhood. They serve authentic oriental small plates, dumpling and noodles for sharing as that is the Chinese dining etiquette. 16 Garway Road , London W2 4NH.
The Duck and Rice – Dim sum with dogs – heaven!!! Stylish British pub with copper beer tanks and upstairs dining room serving elevated Chinese dishes. Dogs are only allowed downstairs in the bar area but you basically have the same menu as upstairs. 90 Berwick St, London W1F 0QB
HUŎ bar and restaurant showcases along Chelsea “beach” serves a menu of clean, fresh and healthy Asian food encompassing carefully selected dishes from around China and Southeast Asia, all prepared from scratch using traditional Chinese, Thai, Malay and Singaporean disciplines. 9 Park Walk, Chelsea, London SW10 0AJ
Straits Kitchen – Showcasing a melting pot of cuisines from Singapore’s many cultures, Straits Kitchen is headed by Head Chef Jun Yung Ng who brings authentic Asian flavours to the table. Pan Pacific Hotel, 80 Houndsditch, London, EC3A 7AB
Check out our list of other Asian dog-friendly restaurants in London on our Dining Directory.
In the meantime … xīn nián kuài lè
