Dragon Boat Festival 2026: Hong Kong’s premium rice dumplings to try this season

As the Dragon Boat Festival approaches, Hong Kong’s leading hotels and Chinese restaurants are marking the occasion with rice dumplings that range from time-honored Cantonese classics to contemporary creations with seafood, truffle, durian, XO chilli sauce and plant-based fillings.

Whether for family gatherings, festive gifting or a quiet treat at home, this year’s selections put equal emphasis on craftsmanship, presentation and thoughtful flavor pairings. Here is a guide to some of the city’s standout offerings.

Kowloon Shangri-La and Kerry Hotel, Hong Kong

Kowloon Shangri-La and Kerry Hotel, Hong Kong bring the festive spirit from the water to the table with a refined collection of handcrafted rice dumplings, luxury hampers and gifting options designed for sharing.

• Signature highlight: Shangri-La Premium Seafood Rice Dumpling Trio
• Price: HK$988 for three pieces
• What’s inside: Green Lobster and Conpoy Rice Dumpling; Abalone with Mantis Shrimp and Dried Seafood Rice Dumpling; and Black Truffle with Yunnan Ham and Sweetened Golden Semi-Dried Oyster Rice Dumpling
• Why it stands out: The trio is presented in a dragon boat-inspired gift box with a handle, making it a festive and polished option for gifting.

Michelin-starred Shang Palace also offers both classic and inventive choices.

• Halal Sticky Rice Dumpling with Pulut Durian
  Price: HK$138
  Made with Malaysian D24 durian, coconut milk and pandan essence, this sweet option is rich, fragrant and ideal as a festive dessert.
• Halal Sticky Rice Dumpling with Beef Rendang
  Price: HK$188
  Prepared in a dedicated halal kitchen, the dumpling caters to Muslim guests and international travelers seeking a festive option with confidence.
• Shang Palace Sticky Rice Dumpling with Abalone, Dried Scallop, Roasted Pork and Salted Egg Yolk
  Price: HK$398
  A classic Cantonese choice layered with abalone, dried scallop, roasted pork belly and salted egg yolk.
• Shang Palace 30-Year Tangerine Peel and Sweetened Red Bean Paste Dumpling
  Price: HK$148
  A sweet dumpling that balances smooth red bean paste with the citrus aroma of aged tangerine peel.

Click here to order.

Conrad Hong Kong

Conrad Hong Kong celebrates the festival with three handcrafted rice dumpling offerings, all presented in a newly designed red gift box that blends traditional flavors with a contemporary festive look.

• Early bird offer: 20 percent off until June 7, 2026
• Bulk purchase offer: Up to 25 percent off
• Sweet and Savoury Rice Dumpling Set
  Price: HK$298 for three pieces
  This new set combines one savory dumpling with five-spice pork belly and salted egg yolk, together with two lotus seed paste sweet dumplings.
• Deluxe Rice Dumpling with Abalone and Conpoy
  Price: HK$398 for one piece
  Wrapped in bamboo leaves, the dumpling is filled with abalone, whole conpoy, Chinese mushrooms, salted egg yolk, pork belly, roasted duck and dried shrimp.
• Mini Rice Dumplings with Lotus Seed Paste
  Price: HK$278 for three pieces
  A lighter sweet option with golden lotus seed paste, suitable as dessert after a festive meal.

The new gift box features a red palette, floral motifs and gold accents, giving the collection a polished look for seasonal gifting.

Click here to order.

Yat Tung Heen, Eaton HK

Michelin-starred Yat Tung Heen at Eaton HK presents a collection of festive rice dumplings and gift hampers, with packaging inspired by Chinese landscape painting.

• Brilliant by Langham member offer: Available until May 31, 2026
• Deluxe Whole Abalone Rice Dumpling with Conpoy
  Original price: HK$348
  Member price: HK$298
  Prepared by Executive Chef Tam Tung, this popular dumpling features whole abalone, salted egg yolk, conpoy, roasted goose and shiitake mushroom, paired with glutinous rice and mung beans.
• OmniPork Vegetarian Rice Dumpling
  Original price: HK$318
  Member price: HK$268
  A lighter plant-based option made with OmniPork, shiitake mushroom, red kidney beans, chestnut, peanut and lotus seeds.
• Deluxe Gift Hamper
  Original price: HK$1,088
  Member price: HK$888
  The hamper includes South American six-head abalone, premium dried scallops, sun-dried shrimp, crispy candied walnuts and ginseng oolong tea leaves, making it suitable for festive or corporate gifting.

Click here to order.

Spring Moon, The Peninsula Hong Kong

The Peninsula Hong Kong’s Michelin-starred Spring Moon presents four rice dumpling varieties and three house-made sauces created by Chinese Cuisine Executive Chef Lam Yuk Ming and the culinary team.

• Promotional period: April 28 to June 19, 2026
• Redemption period: June 6 to 19, 2026
• Supreme Glutinous Rice Dumpling Gift Set
  Price: HK$998
  Includes the Premium Glutinous Rice Dumpling and XO Chilli Sauce.
• Premium Glutinous Rice Dumpling
  Price: HK$738
  Made with premium ingredients including 30-head Middle Eastern dried abalone, Jinhua ham and conpoy.
• Deluxe Glutinous Rice Dumpling
  Price: HK$428
  A refined savory option for those seeking a classic festive dumpling with elevated ingredients.
• “Golden Twins” Glutinous Rice Dumplings
  Price: HK$368
  Includes Tangerine Peel and Red Bean Glutinous Rice Dumpling, and Lotus Seed Paste Glutinous Rice Dumpling.

The dumplings can be paired with three artisanal condiments: XO Chilli Sauce, Sichuan Chilli Sauce and Chiu Chow Chilli Sauce, all freshly made in-house.

Click here to order.

The Peninsula Boutique

The Peninsula Boutique’s Dragon Boat Festival Collection focuses on blessings, togetherness and thoughtful gifting, with offerings that combine savory and sweet dumplings, artisanal delicacies and fine teas.

• Assorted Rice Dumplings – The Peninsula XO Chilli Sauce and Coconut with Egg Custard
  Price: HK$448
  This pairing includes a savory dumpling made with The Peninsula’s signature XO Chilli Sauce, pork belly and salted egg yolk with a molten center, alongside a sweet dumpling with coconut milk and egg custard.
• Rice Dumplings and XO Chilli Sauce Gift Set
  Price: HK$828
  A more complete gifting option, this set includes rice dumplings together with The Peninsula’s XO Chilli Sauce, first introduced at Spring Moon in the 1980s.

Both options are handmade by master artisans and offer a contemporary take on traditional rice dumplings, suitable for festive sharing or gifting across distances.

Click here to order.

Lung King Heen, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong

Two-Michelin-starred Lung King Heen at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong presents a trilogy of artisanal rice dumplings by Executive Chinese Chef Chan Yan Tak and his team.

• Pre-order period: Now until June 18, 2026 via the hotel’s eShop
• Set 1
  Price: HK$588
  Includes Organic Glutinous Grain Rice Dumpling with Abalone and Conpoy, paired with premium Chinese tea “Oriental Red.”
  The dumpling features two South African abalones, roasted goose, pork, shiitake mushrooms, salted egg yolk, lotus seeds, chestnuts, mung beans and premium sweet ham, with organic ten-grain rice used instead of traditional glutinous rice.
• Set 2
  Price: HK$488
  Includes Glutinous Rice Dumpling with Peanuts, Pelted Wheat, Lotus Seed Paste and Osmanthus; and Glutinous Rice Dumpling with Conpoy, Pork Belly, Red Bean and Spicy Termite Mushroom, paired with “Oriental Red” tea.
• Special bundle offer
  Price: HK$888
  Includes Set 1 and Set 2.

The accompanying tea is designed to refresh the palate and complement the richness of the dumplings.

Click here to order.

Cuisine Cuisine, The Mira Hong Kong

Michelin-recommended Cuisine Cuisine at The Mira Hong Kong introduces a collection of premium rice dumplings, including a new seafood-led creation and traditional sweet options.

• Early bird offer: Up to 47 percent off via Mira eShop
• Member offer: Mi+ members can enjoy additional exclusive pricing
• Packaging: New handbag-style festive packaging, with eco-friendly packaging and individual dumpling pre-orders also available.
• Golden Oyster and Crab Roe Rice Dumpling
  Available as part of the Deluxe Rice Dumpling Duo Voucher
  Made with whole golden oyster and Jiangsu crab roe, this dumpling offers a rich seafood flavor with layers of umami.
• Tokachi Red Bean, Chestnut and Osmanthus Rice Dumpling with Homemade Rose Sauce
  A sweet option combining Japanese Tokachi red beans, chestnut and osmanthus, served with homemade rose sauce for a floral finish.
• Dried Abalone, Conpoy and Premium Cured Ham Dumpling
  Made with 50-head South African dried abalone, Japanese Soya conpoy, Jinhua ham and premium salted egg, and served with Cuisine Cuisine’s XO sauce.
• Traditional Salted Egg Yolk and Lotus Seed Rice Dumpling with Brown Sugar Syrup
  A classic alkaline rice dumpling refreshed with lotus seed paste and brown sugar syrup.

Click here to order.

Man Ho Chinese Restaurant, JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong

Michelin-starred Man Ho Chinese Restaurant at JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong presents classic festive treats crafted by Executive Chinese Chef Jayson Tang, with gift sets available in either gift boxes or thermal bags.

• Early bird offer: 15 percent off on JW eShop until May 31, 2026
• Pickup period: June 10 to 18, 2026
• Add-on options: Man Ho Signature Homemade XO Chilli Sauce at HK$268; Noble Truth Cranberry Rose Sparkling Tea at HK$300
• Dried Abalone Glutinous Rice Dumpling and Red Bean and Pork Glutinous Rice Dumpling Gift Set
  Gift box price: HK$598
  Thermal bag price: HK$538
  The savory dumpling features South African dried abalone, conpoy, shiitake mushrooms, pork belly, chicken thigh, lotus seeds, salted egg yolk, green beans and glutinous rice. The red bean and pork dumpling balances Japanese red bean paste, pork belly, salted egg yolk and glutinous rice without using alkaline water.
• Hokkien Glutinous Rice Dumpling Gift Set
  Gift box price: HK$448
  Thermal bag price: HK$388
  Inspired by Fujian-style bak chang, the dumplings are made with glutinous rice stir-fried in dark soya sauce, five-spice powder and shallot oil, with mushrooms, chestnuts, dried shrimp and pork belly.

Click here to order.

Grand Hyatt Hong Kong

Grand Hyatt Hong Kong marks the festival with two classic rice dumplings and a two-stage discount offer for early orders.

• Flash offer: 20 percent off from May 11 to 24, 2026
• Early bird offer: 15 percent off from May 25 to June 7, 2026
• Abalone, Conpoy and Yunnan Ham Rice Dumpling
  Price: HK$408
  A luxurious savory dumpling made with whole abalone, conpoy, Yunnan ham, premium salted egg yolk, pork belly and thick shiitake mushrooms. The glutinous rice absorbs the richness of the ingredients, creating a classic festive flavor.
• 30-Year Tangerine Peel and Red Bean Paste Rice Dumpling
  Price: HK$188
  A sweet dumpling made with aged tangerine peel and smooth red bean paste, offering a fragrant, refreshing finish for those who prefer a lighter festive treat.

Click here to order.

marco.lam@singtaonewscorp.com

𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗽 ↓