Chinese New Year is almost here, and while outfits, decorations and red packets may already be sorted, there is one more important thing to prepare for, the food. From symbolic treats to indulgent desserts and refreshing drinks, brands across Malaysia are rolling out festive menus designed to bring a little extra ong to your celebrations.
Whether you are planning reunion meals, casual catch-ups with friends, or simply want to treat yourself during the festive period, these limited-time Chinese New Year food promos are worth checking out. Here is a round-up of what to eat, sip and toss this season.
1. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf goes all out this Chinese New Year with new drinks, desserts and savoury bites. Highlights include the White Chocolate Dry Iced Americano and Spanish Dry Iced Americano, offering a bold yet refreshing way to sip through the festive season.
On the food front, expect an extensive line-up such as Matcha Tiramisu for Two, Pistachio Crunch Brownie, Ube Cheesecake and Orange Rocher Cake. Savoury options like Aglio Olio with Salted Egg Chicken and Huat Chicken Banh Mi ensure there is something for every craving at the festive table.
2. Inside Scoop
Inside Scoop brings back its playful Ice Cream Yee Sang, giving the traditional toss a cool and creamy twist. Featuring six scoops of ice cream and nine different toppings, it is designed for sharing and celebrating together.
This season also sees the return of fan-favourite flavours alongside a new addition. Matcha Red Bean, Pistachio Tiramisu and Tau Fu Fa are all available for takeaway via Grab and the brand’s online store.
3. Fluffed Cafe
Fluffed’s most popular seasonal creation, the Prosperity NianGao Waffle, makes a much-anticipated return this Chinese New Year. Crispy on the outside and delightfully chewy on the inside, the waffle is filled with Nian Gao and paired with Da Hong Pao tea ice cream, mango passion fruit purée, tea jelly and a playful mikan sphere. To complete the festive experience, the Yuzu Mikan Sparkling Tea offers a light and refreshing contrast, blending fragrant yuzu, juicy Japanese mikan and sparkling black tea for a bright, citrus-forward sip. Both items are available for a limited time from 5th January to 8th March.
Adding to the celebration is Fluffed’s Pearl of Orient cake, a refined festive centrepiece perfect for reunion tables. This Earl Grey chiffon cake is layered with citrus passion marmalade and Earl Grey mousse, then topped with a whole Japanese mikan, representing a golden symbol of wealth, luck and wholeness. Delicate yet indulgent, the 6-inch cake is priced at RM118 and is designed as an edible fortune bag to welcome a prosperous new year.
4. Salad Atelier
For those seeking a lighter and more nourishing option, Salad Atelier’s signature Yee Sang is back for Chinese New Year 2026. The Salmon Huat Yee Sang offers a classic festive experience, while the SA Longevity Yee Sang provides a 100% plant-based alternative with vegan seafood elements.
Available in personal, medium and large sets, these Yee Sang options are ideal for solo celebrations or group gatherings. Medium and large sets also come in premium red boxes, making them suitable for gifting.
5. Gong Cha
Gong Cha welcomes the Lunar New Year with its Osmanthus Bloom series, designed to start the year on a fragrant and uplifting note. The drinks combine floral osmanthus aromas with bright citrus undertones for a balanced and refreshing sip. Available at all Gong Cha outlets while stocks last, this series is perfect for those who enjoy lighter, aromatic flavours without sacrificing festive flair.
6. Mil Toast House
Mil Toast House introduces three new limited-time flavours to refresh its menu this festive season. The Passion Fruit Cream Cheese Soufflé French Toast offers a tangy-sweet twist, while the Strawberry Matcha Ice balances earthy and fruity notes. Completing the trio is the Strawberry Red Bean Mochi. These new items are available from 19th January to 21st February, making them perfect for a festive café hop.
