No Christmas Plans Yet? Check Out the Festive Fun in Beijing!【2】

Christmas 2021 has crept up on us. If you still haven’t made plans, you’re not too late! There is plenty of festive fun going on in Beijing. 

For many people, leaving the capital is not an option right now. But perhaps that’s all the more reason to experience everything Beijing has to offer over the festive period!

Indulge in traditional Christmas roast dinners (eat-in or takeaway), festive afternoon tea, Christmas cocktails and more. 

However you choose to spend your time over the festive period, That’s Beijing would like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year!  

Modernista

Your Christmas Eve and Christmas Day entertainment are taken care of by Modernista!

On Christmas Eve from 9pm onwards, take in the delight that is everyone’s favorite blues band Great Buffalo. If that’s not enough, you’ll also get to dance the night away with DJ Vincent Von Rock. 

Christmas Eve, 9pm onwards, book a table in advance or arrive early to avoid disappointment, Christmas dinner available from 6-7.30pm

On Christmas Day from 9.30pm onwards, Stevie Mac and The Mac Daddies will perform their special Christmas show. For the after show party, DJ Peng will be at your partying service. Don’t miss out!

Christmas Day, 9.30pm onwards, book a table in advance or arrive early to avoid disappointment, Christmas dinner available from 6-7.30pm, MODERNISTA

New World Beijing Hotel

Head to Tian Tan Kitchen for a sumptuous Christmas Eve or Christmas Day buffet. 

Boston lobster, salmon, roast beef, turkey, sizzling Asian delights, classic European Christmas specialties and festive sweet treats are all on the menu. Be sure to also take part in the lucky draw! 

Christmas eve dinner, 5.30-9.30pm, RMB888 per person, Tian Tan Kitchen, New World Hotel.

Christmas day lunch and dinner, 11.30am-3pm AND 5.30-9.30pm, RMB388 per person, 010-59608855 Tian Tan Kitchen

8 Qinian restaurant offers delicious culinary treats in the form of a set menu. Classic Chinese cooking crafted with a modern twist, promises to be an extraordinary Christmas. 

Available on Christmas eve and Christmas day, 11.30am-2.30pm AND 5.30-9.30pm, RMB688 per person, 010-59608811, 8 Qinian, New World Hotel.

For an enchanting evening with wine, a DJ and dancing, head to YIN on 12 on either Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. 

Christmas Eve, 6pm-1am AND Christmas Day, 6pm-2am, RMB100 per person, 010-59608866, YIN on 12, New World Hotel

NICE4U GIFT BOX 2022

This Christmas, grab yourself a gift box made by NICE, the maker of NICE CREAM and healthy sweets. The super cool gift box contains three flavors of nutritional gummies (two cans of each flavor and six cans in total). 

Raspberry flavor contains vitamin-C, blueberry flavor contains Lutein Ester (which is good for your eyes) and date flavor contains iron. These gummies have zero added sugar, and are super tasty. You can purchase these gift boxes which sell for RMB98 each directly via the official WeChat store or Taobao (search for 奈似byNice). 

Give something healthy and sweet this holiday season!

NICE4U GIFT BOX 2022, RMB98 per box, purchase on Taobao.

Beijing Hotel NUO

Travel back in time to old Peking this Christmas! 

A luxury staycation at a an iconic heritage hotel in the center of the city is all you need during the festive season. Check in to a French-style vintage room, and savor the Winter Wonder Christmas Afternoon Tea and set menu in the legendary Writers Bar, blending winter ingredients like caramel, pumpkin and chestnut. Don’t miss out on the gingerbread house and Christmas tree DIY.

The Christmas Eve set menu includes foie gras terrine and Iberian ham, grilled salmon, beef tenderloin, black truffle risotto and orange chocolate mousse. 

With 20%-off special discounts on all drinks in the Writers Bar, you’ll be sure to have a Christmas to remember!

Available until Thurs December 30, 2021, RMB1,999, 010 6526 3388, Writers Bar, Beijing Hotel NUO

NUO Hotel Beijing

A whole host of festive delights are available this year at NUO Hotel Beijing. 

N’Joy’s culinary team are whipping up Christmas honey-glazed ham, roasted turkey, a gingerbread house, assorted yule logs, Christmas pudding and more on both Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. 

Christmas Eve dinner, RMB888 per adult; RMB666 per child, includes soft drinks, coffee and tea, N’Joy, NUO Hotel Beijing. 

Christmas lunch (available on Christmas Day and Boxing Day), RMB598 per adult; RMB398 per child, includes soft drinks, coffee and tea, N’Joy, NUO Hotel Beijing.

Christmas dinner (available on Christmas Day and Boxing Day), RMB498 per adult; RMB368 per child, includes soft drinks, coffee and tea, N’Joy.

For a luxurious Christmas, head to Jia restaurant.

Indulge in a five-course Chinese Christmas lunch or dinner set menu, featuring honey-roasted BBQ pork neck char siu and pork belly with mixed garden vegetable salad, double-boiled fish maw soup with matsutake mushroom and more. 

Available Christmas eve and Christmas day, 5-course set lunch or dinner for two, RMB1,280, includes a bottle of sparkling rosé, Jia, NUO Hotel Beijing. 

Lobby Lounge is serving up sumptuous afternoon tea! Sweet treats include traditional panettone, marzipan stollen, raspberry pistachio roll, frosted cinnamon butter cookies and much more. 

Available until Fri December 31, RMB388, Festive Afternoon Tea for Two (includes two beverages; for an extra RMB200 get two servings of Amur Kaluga caviar and St Moret cheese mousse on golden egg shell), Lobby Lounge, NUO Hotel Beijing.

If you fancy a takeaway turkey to eat in the comfort of your own home, be sure to pre-order in advance from U’Deli!

The set includes a whole turkey (6-7 kilograms), bread stuffing, Brussels sprouts, roasted potatoes, chestnuts and cranberry sauce or giblet sauce.

Note that you MUST order at least two days in advance. 

Available until Fri December 31, RMB958 (6-7 kilogram set), U’Deli, NUO Hotel Beijing.

Also available at U’Deli are a variety of hearty Christmas snacks. 

German Christmas marzipan stollen, classic Christmas Italian panettone, a gingerbread house, Austrian Viennese Sacher torte, hearty hampers and much more are all available to take home.

Available until Sat January 8, 2022, U’Deli,NUO Hotel Beijing

For more information or to make a reservation, please follow the official WeChat account “nuohotelbeijing,” call +86 10 5926 8281 or email fbreservations.beijing@nuohotel.com.

NUO Resort at Universal Resort Beijing

2021 marks the first Christmas for NUO Resort at Universal Resort Beijing!

Enjoy a sumptuous Christmas dinner at Café Royal. Seafood buffet, a great selection of imported charcuterie and cheese, as well as Chinese and western cooking stations will all tickle your taste buds. 

And of course, it wouldn’t be Christmas dinner without those holiday favorites including Christmas ham, roast turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, red cabbage, Brussels sprouts with bacon, honey glazed carrots and roast baby potatoes. 

Dessert is also something you don’t want to miss. Italian Executive pastry chef Jacopo Bruni has put together a delicious display of both holiday classics like pumpkin, pecan, apple spice and almond pear pies along with the hotel’s famous blueberry cheesecake. But the real highlight is a selection of Christmas themed pastries, each one a surprise!

Or, perhaps you’d prefer Christmas afternoon tea accompanied by live traditional Chinese folk music. 

Christmas dinner, RMB388 per adult; RMB198 per child (add RMB188 for 2-hour-free-flow), 010-57326330, Café Royal, NUO Resort at Universal Resort Beijing.

Christmas Gift Hamper (pastries by Jacopo Bruni), available until Sun January 2, 10am-8pm, starting from RMB688, 010-57326307, NUO Resort at Universal Resort Beijing.

Christmas afternoon tea, available until Sun January 2, 2-5pm, RMB388 per set for two persons, with live traditional Chinese folk music, 010-57326307, NUO Resort at Universal Resort Beijing

The Opposite House 

Enjoy a luxurious stay at the House this Christmas. The specially curated menu at Frasca and carefully crafted cocktails in Union will make your festive season extra special.

Christmas amenities, breakfast for two, Christmas-curated menu for two at Frasca and Baccarat Christmas cocktails for two in Union are all included.

Stay from Christmas Eve until Christmas Day, RMB2,888, reservation is subject to availability due to limited inventory, MUST book at least 24 hours in advance, please email reservations@theoppositehousehotel.com or contact 010 6417 6688, non-cancellable and non-refundable, Frasca, Union, The Opposite House

The Peninsula Beijing

Mouthwatering food and drink await at The Peninsula Beijing this Christmas!

Enjoy elegant afternoon tea at The Lobby. Reimagined with festive flavors, the set includes delicate savory sandwiches served on the trademark silver tiered stand and paired with sweets such as a strawberry Santa hat with vanilla Chantilly, raspberry chocolate box and pistachio mousse Christmas tree.

Available until Sun January 2, weekday prices: RMB358 per person OR RMB588 for two persons; weekend prices: RMB408 per person OR RMB628 for two persons (weekend price includes one glass of champagne), prices include 16.6% surcharge, 010-8516 2888, The Lobby, The Peninsula Beijing. 

Festive Sunday Brunch accompanied by live jazz is all you need to relax this Christmas.

A Christmas fondue experience is served with dark chocolate, strawberry chocolate, brownies, fresh raspberry and strawberry and mixed Christmas cookies and marshmallows. For casual gatherings and catch-ups, warming Christmas drinks, cookies, gingerbread and colored candies shaped like gingerbread men are served all day in The Lobby.

Festive Sunday Brunch available every day until Sun January 2, 12-3pm, RMB588 net per person, prices include 16.6% surcharge, 010-8516 2888, The Lobby, The Peninsula Beijing. 

Christmas Fondue available every day until Sun January 2, 5-9pm, RMB395 net per person, prices include 16.6% surcharge, 010-8516 2888, The Lobby, The Peninsula Beijing.

Indulge in a festive feast on Christmas Eve at Jing. 

French Chef de Cuisine William Mahi will prepare a five-course menu including Jing caviar box with lobster royale and crisps, 52 degree egg ‘en coquille’ with black truffle and Buche de Noel with vanilla cream and chocolate. 

Christmas Eve five-course menu, from 6pm onwards, RMB1,688 per person including one glass of champagne, prices include 16.6% surcharge, Jing, The Peninsula Beijing.

An exclusive festive dinner awaits at Jing’s private wine cellar. 

Up to 10 guests can enjoy private tastings and unique culinary experiences seated at a long table in the wine cellar. Jing’s French Chef de Cuisine William Mahi has curated an exceptional five-course set menu, and will delight guests with highlights including French ‘pate en croute,’ 360 days M5 wagyu bone in ribeye and Buche de Noel with vanilla cream and chocolate. 

The Jing Wine Cellar offers one of the most exclusive selections of vintage wines in the Chinese capital, with more than 400 labels from new and old world wine producers, and a handpicked list of organic and biodynamic wines.

Available until Thurs December 30 (not available on December 24 and 25), lunch served at 12pm; dinner served at 6pm, RMB1,088 per person including one glass of mulled wine at Jing Bar (add RMB400 for three glasses of wine), prices include 16.6% surcharge, Jing, The Peninsula Beijing.

Fancy some Christmas cocktails? Head to Jing Bar?

This season, The Peninsula Beijing’s creative bartenders will mix Christmas-themed cocktails, such as a winter negroni, The Peninsula mulled wine and autumn memories. Meanwhile, live jazz performances will enhance the timeless sense of glamour.

Available until Christmas Day, 5.30pm onwards, prices start at RMB110, prices include 16.6% surcharge, 010-8516 2888, Jing Bar, The Peninsula Beijing

Q MEX

Head to any Q MEX bar & grill venue (NOT available at Taqueria) for Christmas specials available until Boxing day!

The Christmas sharing platter includes turkey roll filled with spinach and pine nut, Christmas ham, side of chipotle ham mac & cheese, potato au gratin, roasted vegetables and mixed green salad served with gravy and cranberry sauce. 

Be sure to also indulge in turkey roll and pumpkin salad, Christmas ham, apple crumble and more. 

Available until Boxing day, any Q MEX bar & grill venue.

The Ritz-Carlton, Beijing

Tis’ the season for enchantment at The Ritz-Carlton, Beijing!

The Lounge is offering themed afternoon tea with Hamleys Bear. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon with loved ones this Christmas. 

Available until Mon January 3, 2022, RMB388 per person OR RMB688 for two persons, including one Hamleys Bear, 010-5908 8180, The Lounge, The Ritz-Carlton, Beijing.

For an exquisite Christmas dinner buffet, head to Aroma. 

Yellowfin tuna, baclette cheese, Alaskan crab leg, Iberian ham, Australian wagyu beef, roasted turkey and more are all on the menu. Enjoy free-flow champagne, gluehwein and other Christmas-themed drinks.

Christmas Eve, 5.30-9.30pm, RMB1,788 per person OR Christmas Day, 5.30-9.30pm, RMB1,188 (50% discount for children aged under 12 years old), includes live performance and Christmas presents opening session, 010-5908 8777, Aroma, The Ritz-Carlton, Beijing.

An 8-course signature set menu at Michelin Plate Award-winning Yu restaurant awaits this Christmas. 

Available on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, 5.30-10pm, RMB2,888 net for two persons, includes live performance and Christmas presents opening session, 010-5908 8111, Yu, The Ritz-Carlton, Beijing

The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street

Festive fun for all the family is available at The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street!

In the lobby, just like every year, Santa’s house will be set up with Christmas goodies and hampers. Guests can enjoy fruit cakes, ginger bread men cookies, chocolate Santas and many more treats. 

The handpicked Christmas hampers are also available as gifts for family and friends. Hampers include a red leather bag, a bottle of house red wine, Christmas goodies and many more.

Regular Christmas hamper, RMB68 net, The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street.

Handpicked Christmas hamper, RMB888 OR RMB1,688 net, The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street.

Head to Greenfish restaurant where the perfect Christmas Eve buffet dinner and Christmas Day lunch await.

The Christmas Eve buffet dinner menu includes roasted whole turkey, roasted ham, seafood paella, salt-baked salmon, roasted whole lamb and more. Be sure to also take part in the lucky draw. Prizes include luxury hotel stays or food and beverage vouchers from other Marriott hotels in Beijing.

Christmas Day lunch is available with 10% off by purchasing through The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street WeChat mall. 

Christmas Eve buffet dinner, RMB688 per adult, includes lucky draw, Greenfish, The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street.

Christmas Day lunch, RMB588 per adult, Greenfish, The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street.

For an Italian-style Christmas celebration, head to award-winning Cépe restaurant. 

A specially curated five-course set menu for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day is on offer. Wine lovers have the option of adding Chief Sommelier’s wine pairing with each dish.

Christmas Eve or Christmas Day set menu, RMB1,468 per person (add RMB588 for wine pairing), call 010-6629 6999 to make reservation, Cépe,The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street

Rosewood Beijing

Head to Bistrot B for Christmas Eve dinner or Christmas Day lunch and dinner! 

Enjoy gilardeau, glazed Boston lobster, beef wellington and more succulent dishes. For those who want to enjoy at home, be sure to order the Bistrot B takeaway package.

Christmas Eve dinner OR Christmas Day lunch and dinner, takeaway option available, Bistrot B, Rosewood Beijing. 

Relax this holiday season with festive afternoon tea presented by Rosewood Beijing and Louis Roederer Champagne! 

Enjoy savory plates with abundant flavor. Match with the 2012 Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne to make your afternoon just perfect.

Available at Bistrot B Lounge Bar, Rosewood Beijing.

Get pampered over the Christmas break with a festive aperitivo!

Exquisite snacks and Caluga caviar is paired with Louis Roederer Cristal, Brut 2012 for a truly splendid time. 

Available at Bistrot B Lounge Bar, Rosewood Beijing.

For those with a sweet tooth, head to Butterfly Patisserie for festive pastries, finger cakes, yule cakes and more. 

Available at Butterfly Patisserie, Rosewood Beijing. 

For a Chinese twist on your festivities, head to Country Kitchen where chef Leo will use seasonal ingredients to present diners with a taste of northern China. 

Available at Country Kitchen, Rosewood Beijing. 

To really keep you warm over the festive season, RED BOWL offers diners a hearty hot pot.

Available at RED BOWL, Rosewood Beijing

For reservation, please call 010-6597 0066.

Sheraton Beijing Lize Hotel

FEAST restaurant has a heart-warming buffet this Christmas Eve with fun activities to match!

The Christmas Eve buffet includes traditional roasted turkey, honey ham, Boston lobster, abalone and signature roasted whole lamb. Free-flow wine and a thrilling lucky draw will make the festivities complete. 

Christmas Eve dinner buffet, RMB588 per person, 010-83753501, FEAST restaurant, Sheraton Beijing Lize Hotel

Sheraton Grand Beijing Dongcheng Hotel

A whole host of sumptuous Christmas treats await at Sheraton Grand Beijing Dongcheng Hotel! 

Whether it’s Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, your festive needs are covered.

The Christmas Eve buffet is great for all the family. As well as sumptuous dishes, you’ll also have a chance to win a complimentary stay with Marriott sister hotels around China and prizes for kids. 

Christmas Eve buffet, 5.30-9.30pm, RMB988 per person, including lucky draw, 010-5798 8908, Feast, Sheraton Grand Beijing Dongcheng Hotel.

For a romantic Christmas Eve or Christmas Day evening meal, head to Bene Italian restaurant where Boston lobster is on the menu.

Christmas Boston lobster menu for two, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, 5.30-10pm, RMB998 per set, 010-5798 8995, Bene, Sheraton Grand Beijing Dongcheng Hotel.

If you want a relaxing afternoon, be sure to indulge in the Christmas afternoon tea for two at the Lobby Lounge. 

Available until Thurs December 30, 2-5.30pm, RMB276 per set, 010-5798 8996, Lobby Lounge, Sheraton Grand Beijing Dongcheng Hotel

TIGERS

A tasty set menu to enjoy with friends will keep you warm this festive season at TIGERS!

The set is great for four to six people and includes hot spinach cheese dip, fried shrimp with Wasabi mayonnaise, Caesar salad, dry aged tomahawk steak platter, American potato pizza, two glasses of mulled wine and two glasses of special lemonade. 

4-6 persons set menu, RMB888, 010-67705882 (Shuangjing branch), 01067890422 (Yizhuang branch), 010-61006489 (Sanyuanqiao branch), TIGERS老虎西餐(三元桥店)

[Cover image via Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center ]

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