As we gallop full speed, into the Year of the Horse 2026, Swensen’s once again delivers a fortune-filled feast of both sweets and savouries for us to herald yet anotherbountiful year ahead. Back by popular demand after its debut last year are Swensen’s Lucky Knock Knock Gold Bars, this time accompanied by its limited edition big brother, the NEW 1 kg Giant Gold Bar, perfect for any gathering’s centrepiece for maximum HUAT!
Look forward also to the return of Prosperity Yusheng, available both for dine-in, a buffetaddition at Swensen’s Unlimited, and for takeaway in its own gorgeously designed box thatunfurls into a blooming flower.
And of course, there will be special Chinese New Year menus at all Swensen’s outlets, including Swensen’s Unlimited and Earle Swensen’s–both which use Halal certified ingredients.
Feel the Auspicious Gold Rush with Swensen’s Ice Cream Cakes
Set the tone this Year of the Horse, a Chinese zodiac animal that represents vigour, forwardmomentum to achieve our goals and wealth. Spur your dreams into action via your taste buds with Swensen’s festive Chinese New Year ice cream cakes.
Back by popular demand after its opulent debut last year are Swensen’s Lucky Knock Knock Gold Bars that open up to reveal crunchy golden kit kat balls, available from 10 January to 3 March 2026. These 200g creations are available a sa single bar ($26.80) for dine-in customers.
Selecta prosperous pair($48.80 for two) that can either be eaten in Swensen’s restaurants or brought home, so you can share this gleaming offering with the entire house hold. Here’s how to savour them for maximum (flavour) returns: Knock three times for good luck to crack open joy.
Beyond the shimmering exterior of these gilded delights, lies a delicious treasureof opulent golden Kit Kat balls nestled within Sticky Chewy Chocolate ice cream–so powerfully decadent and rich, just like what this new Year of the Horse will bring!
Keep your eyes peeled, because from 21 January 2026, Swensen’s will be dropping its limited edition Chinese New Year gem: a 1 kg Giant Gold Barice cream cake. This edible gold bar is not only filled with Sticky Chewy Chocolate, but also luxuriously silky Crème Brûlée with that satisfying crack of caramelised sugar.
A truly wonderful centrepiece to complete any Chinese New Yearfeast. The novelty continues on Instagram @SwensensSingapore, from 20 January2026,where customers get to name their price by voting for their favourite; $88.80, $108.80, or$138.80.
The price point with the most number of votes wins, and the Giant Gold Bar will be sold at the crowd-favourite rate when polling wraps up just one day later, on 2 1 January 2026. While stocks last.
Toss to Powerful Beginnings with Prosperity Yusheng Platters
Dine-in From 12 January to 3 March 2026, get ready to showcase those chopstick skills by tossing Swensen’s Prosperity Yusheng platters as high as you can–to signify increasing good fortuneand other auspicious opportunities for the year ahead.
These are available for both dine-in and takeawayat both Swensen’s and Earle Swensen’s restaurants island wide. Opt to top these multi-coloured yusheng platters with abalone or salmon, to accommodate any group size: from tight-knit families of 3 or large gatherings of 12.
These are priced from $29.80for a Prosperity Yusheng (Regular) that’s perfect for 3 to 5 pax; or luxe it up with 6pcs Abalone at $38.80. For a table of 6 to 10 pax, the Large size is priced at $44.80, and with 10 pcs Abalone at $58.80.
Salmon lovers cantop-up Salmon for $8.80 per 50g serving. Each eye-catching salad features an assortment of 18 ingredients, including the crowning glory of baby abalone or smoked salmon, with accompaniments of shimeji mushrooms, juicy pomelosacs, preserved white and brown melon, fresh greens, and a must-have golden duo of crispy crackers and wanton skin.
To complete this auspicious array, drizzleover it a piquant blend ofSwensen’s house-made sweet and sour plum sauce.
These yusheng platters are also available as add-ons for diners enjoying the Swensen’s UnlimitedChinese New Year buffet spread. The Unlimited Prosperity Yusheng is priced at $49.80, and the Abalone upgrade is priced at $63.80. Serves 10 to 12 pax.
Those who prefer a comfortable CNY celebration at home can also order these yusheng creations to go with Swensen’s ingenious takeaway packaging that unfurls like a blooming flower, reminiscent of this season of Spring. Also printed on the inside of the packaging is a handy step-by-step guide on how to deck out your yusheng with the corresponding auspicious sayings.
Then, chopsticks at the ready, slide it back under the platter, for it now serves as a protective layer that minimises mess–so you can toss as high and as exuberantly as you desire
CNY MenusAn array of sumptuous Chinese New Year menus will also be available at the respective Swensen’s concepts, comprising Southeast Asian-infused flavours for a delightfully local feast. These are available for both dine-in and takeaway.
Swensen’s
From 15 January to 31 March 2026, indulge in the familiar favourite of Fried Masak Merah Chicken transformed as a finger food. Unlike the classic, the poultry is coated in an auspicious red rempah dry rub with accents of tomatoes and chillies, then battered and fried–a juicy and crisp creation that’s rich, spicy, and slightly sweet. Another highlight is Homemade Achar, a pickled vegetable side that’s excellent with this full-flavoured main.
Fish is also a must during Chinese New Year, and Swensen’s prepares aWhole Deep Fried Sea bass to usher in an abundance of luck for you and your loved ones. Not forgetting other sides of crispy Emping Belinjo crackers, glorious pyramids of Garlic Rice and even a house-made Sambal Merah Mayo.
Swensen’s CNY Menu
These feature in the Gong Xi Raya Sharing Platter ($28.90, sharing for 3 to 4 pax), which comprises Fish Fillets (4pcs), Potato Shrimps (4pcs), Fried Masak Merah Chicken, Onion Rings (4pcs), Fries, Homemade Achar, Sambal Merah Mayo, and Tartar Sauce. For a duo, the Prosperity Sea bass Platter ($31.90, sharing for 2pax) will suffice, as it has a Whole Deep Fried Seabass, two pyramids of Garlic Rice, Emping Belinjo, Homemade Achar, Sambal Belacan, and Sambal Merah Mayo.
Don’t miss also Swensen’s Raya Curry Baked Rice($16.90), a creation infused with a succulent Grilled Boneless Chicken Leg, Homemade Achar, Coconut Mayo, and Savoury Rice. For something different, there’s the Ayam Masak Merah Burger ($15.90), an east-meets-west twist where Fried Ayam Masak Merah is cushioned between a Brioche Bun and layered with Romaine Lettuce and Red Onion, with Fries and Achar at the side.
Earle Swensen’s
CNY Menu Early Swensen’sEarle Swensen’s also presents a Chinese New Year menu made with Halal certified ingredients from 15 January to 31 March 2026. This extended period is perfect, as it extends beyond the holy month of Ramadan and Eid. Menu highlights available for both dine-in and takeaway include Charcoal Grilled Whole Seabasswith Rice($31), the pristine and meaty fish both sweet and smoky with that addictive char.
This is paired with a variety of sauces that include Sambal Merah Mayo, Sambal Belacan, and accompaniments of Japanese Garlic Butter Rice, fresh Mesclun Salad, and the zing of Lime.
Also from the grill–a standout showpiece at Earle Swensen’s–is Chargrilled Ayam Masak Merah Burger ($16). This burger beauty features Chargrilled Chicken Leg Merah bathed in that delicious red sauce, fluffy Brioche Bun, Red Onion for that kick, Butter Lettuce, and Fries.
Swensen’s Unlimited
Not forgetting the buffet spread at Swensen’s Unlimited will reflect Chinese New Year specials from 22 January to 31 March 2026. This is also a Halal certified establishment and there will beno changes to pricing during this extended festive period that spans both CNY and Eid.
Swensen’s Unlimited Festive Spread
Fill up on festive dishes that include Wok-Fried Cereal dishes of Prawn or Crayfish, as well as Braised Chicken with Chestnut, Pumpkin Bisque with Crabmeat, Chicken Bak Kwa Pizza,Cantonese Steamed Sea Bass, Oyster Mee Sua, Unlimited Prosperity Rice, and desserts like NianGao Spring Roll, Cheng Tng and Pineapple Tart–over 20 items in all.
Add on a Prosperity Yusheng and toss as high as you can for a well-hoofed year ahead!
Visit shop.swensens.com.sg/product-category/lunar-new-year/for more information.
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