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As the New Year starts and spring is just around the corner, we invite you to begin 2026 with an unforgettable experience at Blue Pavilion with delicious and soulful Chinese food. For just £58 per person, you can enjoy an indulgent four-course meal with fine dishes that reflect the celebrations, culture and beautiful landscapes of China. 

Available on the 31st December, you can enjoy our classic mains such as Crispy Kung Po Chicken and Grilled Salmon Fillet, with fruity and floral house wines. 

2026 is the year of the horse in China , symbolising strength, beauty and a free spirit – it’s a positive way to begin the new year with these values!  

Before we dive into what’s available on our set menu, we’ll explore the history and culture of Chinese New Year and what’s involved in this annual tradition. 

How We Celebrate The New Year In China 

The Chinese New Year Festival will be celebrated between 17th February – 3rd March 2026. It’s also known as the Spring Festival, where families gather to celebrate – there’s plenty of street parties, fireworks and delicious food!

Originally, the Spring Festival was a time to pray to gods for good planting and crops during the harvesting season as the warmer weather approached, as well as fighting off evil spirits and monsters by lighting fireworks and dressing up in red costumes.  

Every year is symbolised by an alternating Chinese zodiac sign that’s an animal or mythical creature, each representative of various meanings, themes and values. 2025 was the year of the snake, with the themes wisdom, mystery, intuition and transformation, whose shedding of the skin is symbolic for new beginnings. In Chinese mythology, Nüwa is the goddess that’s recognised for having a woman’s head and a serpent’s body, with the story that she created humanity out of yellow clay – she embodies new beginnings, wisdom and protection. 

Next year, 2026 will be symbolised by the horse, with key themes of becoming free-spirited, strong and healthy. So, why don’t we celebrate the year of the horse by enjoying some delicious authentic Chinese recipes?   

Taste Our Delicious Signature Starter

In our New Year’s Eve set menu, you can start off your dining experience with a burst of flavour that sets the tone for the rest of the night. Artfully crafted by our skilled chefs, our Signature Deep-Fried Sharing Platter includes Kataifi Dragon Rolls, Golden King Prawn Toast With Black Truffle, Golden Chicken With Cheese Rolls and Teriyaki Chicken Skewers – you’ll be able to experience a varied starter that combines sharp and flavoursome aromatic ingredients. 

The Kataifi Dragon Rolls are a blend of Eastern Mediterranean ingredients, where the philo dough is finely shredded and becomes crispy and golden when fried. Inspired by Cantonise Dim Sum, our prawn toast has an authentic touch of Chinese gastronomy. Our harmonious fusion of Japanese, Chinese and Mediterranean cuisine will ensure that you start your night in a unique way, setting the tone for the rest of our exquisite dishes and putting a smile on your face! 

Indulge In A Second Course 

We love to treat our guests and start the New Year in a fruitful way by offering you a second course that follows up from our starters. Our Blue Pavilion Peking duck includes some fluffy savoury pancakes, cucumber and spring onion, whose origins are deeply rooted in Chinese tradition. 

Symbolic for prosperity and celebration, duck is widely used in Chinese festivals, including the New Year. We would like to share these values with our guests to wish them prosperity when the New Year begins, as well as being able to have a night to remember.

Enjoy Our Mains & Side Dishes 

Our chefs have lovingly crafted our mains that will definitely give you a wonderful experience. Featuring a selection of Crispy Kung Po Chicken, Grilled Salmon Fillet and a Frenched Rack Of Lamb in mint sauce, we enjoy fusing the ingredients of our dishes with European and Asian-inspired ingredients, so we can welcome our UK visitors and make our Chinese friends feel right at home. 

Using traditional Chinese cooking techniques such as grilling, stir-frying and steaming, our chefs take pride in making our meals taste delicious whilst keeping the nutrients and healthy properties intact. 

Why not indulge in our gorgeous side dish? Our tenderstem broccoli has a mild bitterness that contrasts beautifully with our main menu options, such as the grilled salmon filet in sweet soy sauce. A tasty side dish that’s on a bed of garlic and ginger sauce, it’s a traditional blend of ingredients that have been valued in China for thousands of years, thanks to their healing and spiritually cleansing properties. So, not only are our dishes delicious, but they’re also made with health, prosperity and abundance in mind.

Have A Sweet Treat Afterwards

After you’ve tasted our wonderful mains, starters and sides, you can indulge yourself in a choice of our desserts that are not only loved in China, but also universally across a variety of other cultures. For example, our Oreo Matcha Cake is made with ground matcha, derived from Japan and mainly used for green tea. It’s a gorgeous blend of earthy matcha that’s full of anti-oxidants, as well as layers of rich chocolate and crunchy oreo biscuits. It’s a fantastic way to end the year and invite a new year with plenty of happy memories and positivity! 

For those who love traditional and classic desserts, we also feature our famous Crème Brûlée Delight and our Salted Cream Oreo Cake on our New Year’s Eve Set Menu. 

Sip Our Luxury Wines & Traditional Beer

Complement your meal with a drink from our curation of delicious beverages. Enjoy the crisp and refreshing taste of Tsingtao Beer – it’s a classic drink that’s famous and well-loved all across China. 

For those who prefer their fruity and floral wines, our house wine list pairs beautifully with our main meals, side dishes and desserts. If you can’t wait to celebrate, you can raise a glass of prosecco as you laugh the night away with your friends and enjoy delicious meals as the year comes to a close. 

And of course, we also offer a selection of soft drinks for a refreshing non-alcoholic option. Whatever your choice, each drink is selected to elevate your dining experience and bring harmony to every sip.

Dining Room Settings For A More Private Experience 

For a more private experience, why not book one of our private dining areas in advance? Designed with beautiful decor and named after precious gemstones, our Amber, Jade and Ruby dining areas offer an intimate and exclusive dining setting that’s away from the rest of the crowd. 

Whether it’s for families who would like a bit of peace and quiet, for couples who would like a romantic date night setting, or group parties that would like to enjoy some karaoke, our private dining settings start from £400 and will make one of the best New Years that you’ve ever celebrated! 

Experience A Night To Remember At The End of 2025

Celebrate your New Year’s Eve at Blue Pavilion and have a night to remember with our wonderful fusions of authentic Chinese cuisine. Made to warm you up and fill your belly with gorgeous healthy food, our restaurant is the one to pick for when it comes to treating your significant other or celebrating with friends on new years eve. 

If something else takes your fancy, why not have a look at our Dim Sum Menu or our Chef’s Secret Menu? We can also accommodate those who are vegan, vegetarian and gluten free. If you have any questions or would like to make a booking, please don’t hesitate to contact us! 

How Blue Pavilion Creates A Relaxing And Cosy Atmosphere For Guests 

Fine dining and a relaxing ambiance is not only discovered through our authentic Chinese cuisine – at Blue Pavilion, we believe that our beautifully arranged decor, atmospheric background music and lighting plays an integral role when it comes to providing you with a relaxing experience, making it a retreat in the heart of bustling Leeds city centre.  

Our restaurant is a beautiful cosy escape where you can enjoy aromatic dishes that reflect the culture, landscapes and history of China. Whether you’re planning a date night to treat your significant other, you’re going out with family or visiting your friends, our restaurant is renowned for providing our guests with a cosy experience that they deserve. So, why don’t we take a look at what makes our restaurant so unique in delivering this cosy experience?

How Our Soft Music Plays A Role In Our Restaurant’s Ambience

Psychologically, it is understood that music can actually have a huge impact, not only on your dining experience, but also the taste of your food and your enjoyment levels of it. 

In our restaurant, we like to play smooth piano and instrumental jazz music that’s soft, melodious and subtle. You can enjoy wonderful music and acoustic strumming as you indulge in our luxurious dishes, without your conversation being interrupted. 

Our relaxing ambient music makes it perfect for date nights, or families with children who would like to go to a quieter space to enjoy their food and family time, whilst being able to hear each other over the music. 

Elegant Lighting: How Our Low-lit Restaurant Makes All The Difference

Our restaurant is low-lit to create an atmospheric feel all throughout the restaurant. Bathed in different colours of light, you’re sure to be relaxed, calm and right at ease when you enter our beautiful restaurant. 

One of our main lighting elements is the soft blue light that not only reflects our restaurant’s theme, but makes you feel relaxed as you enjoy your set menu and desserts. Blue is known as the colour tone that evokes calm, relaxation and reduces anxiety – we also have this tone in our projection effect that’s dappled over our walls for a serene atmosphere. 

In historical Chinese culture, blue also has a significant symbolic meaning that is said to represent spring, healing, new beginnings and tranquility. So, you can see how these calming themes and messages are not only present within our food, but they’re also created in our lighting. 

Decorated throughout the restaurant, we also have our white light chandeliers that are designed with ornate Chinese calligraphy, making a blend of contemporary and traditional themes. They’ll make you feel welcomed if you’re a new guest, or right at home if you’re one of our regular visitors from China. 

The Importance Of Our Decor And What It Means For Your Experience 

We take pride in our beautiful décor in our restaurant, not only to reflect the beauty of Chinese tradition and landscapes, but to create a relaxing ambience for our guests. 

One of the main features you’ll see when you visit us is our trailing white and pink blossom trees that are artfully arranged throughout our restaurant. Not only does this mirror the sakura cherry blossom trees that flourish on the landscapes of China and Japan, but they also evoke calm and make our guests feel at ease as they enter our restaurant. 

Throughout the restaurant, you’ll also notice our premium marble floors and tables that are in a dark shade, which contrast nicely with our soft blue and white lighting. We like to incorporate this into our colour scheme to avoid the feel of being over-stimulated, and make you feel tranquil and at ease in this intimate environment. 

To make you feel comfortable, our seating is designed to make you feel supported and cosy as you enjoy authentic meals. Including a wide variety of bar stools, low-level dining chairs and sofa chairs, our seating is designed to help with posture and make you feel comfortable with their plush materials.

Our Food Presentation & Why It Makes our Ambience So Relaxing

Beautifully presented with delicate herbs and flowers, our food is not only delicious but aesthetically pleasing, perfect for your social media pictures and an effective way to provide you with a comforting ambience. This connection to nature is not only pretty to look at, but it encourages our visitors to feel a sense of calm and serenity. 

We like to impress our guests when we present our dishes with our luxurious dry-ice effect. When hot water is added to dry ice, it creates a vapor effect as the cold ice makes the hot water quickly condense into mist – it certainly makes for a memorable experience! It also complements our calming ambiance as it has a mystic, mesmerising feel. 

Our Private Dining Room Options Can Further Enhance Your Relaxing Experience 

If you would like to take the extra step when it comes to having an intimate dining experience, we have a wide range of luxurious private dining options to choose from that we will be able to accommodate you with when you book in advance. 

Named after our culturally significant precious gemstones, the amber, jade and ruby areas of our private dining sections offer an exclusive dining setting that’s away from the rest of the crowds in our restaurant. Surrounded by our fine wine collection, lit with soft glowing lighting and decorated with gorgeous ornaments, you’ll be sure to feel relaxed and undisturbed as you taste your delicious meals. 

Alternatively, if you’re looking for something a bit more lively and you’re celebrating an event with family and friends, we also have a karaoke room where you can sing, dance and have a great night to remember. 

Celebrate Christmas this December in a unique way with luxurious and exclusive dining. With our Christmas set menus and delicious authentic meals, you can share an unforgettable dining experience with your friends and family members this season. 

What Is Private Dining?

Private dining is a luxurious way to celebrate dinner parties, no matter the occasion. In a choice of beautifully decorated rooms that are separate from the rest of the restaurant, you can experience our delicious authentic chinese dishes away from the hustle and bustle. 

Whether you’re with a group party and would like to sing the night away with your friends in the Karaoke room, or seeking some peace and quiet for you and your family to celebrate a special occasion together, our exclusive rooms are unique and memorable ways to dine.

Why Should I Choose Private Dining?

Choosing private dining is a very memorable way to celebrate your evening with family and friends. You can enjoy the privacy and comfort that’s away from the rest of the restaurant, allowing you to taste gorgeous traditional Chinese meals, savour them without interruption and have great conversations together.

What Rooms Do You Have Available?

We have a selection of private rooms to choose from, with various layouts, unique aspects and prices. Let’s take a look at each option and see why they’ll create a night to remember, depending on what you’re going for. 

Our first room is known as the Amber Area. It’s a beautiful ambient dining space that caters up to 8 guests. Designed with luxurious black and gold marble flooring, with cosy low-lit lighting and comfortable seating, this dining area allows you to taste authentic Chinese food in a quiet, private setting. Bring along up to eight guests to celebrate Christmas, birthdays and other special events! This room is also perfect for families who would like an intimate and quiet space that’s away from the crowd, allowing you to have an uninterrupted night. Named after amber, this natural element is held closely to Chinese tradition and spiritual value as it has been considered as a symbol of protection and good fortune, as well as luxury and prosperity. 

For a larger room, you could opt for the Ruby Area – available for up to 10 guests, this room is perfect for larger family gatherings who are celebrating Christmas or a birthday. Designed with gorgeous luxury seats, marble flooring and a large mirror that makes the room feel opulent, the ruby area is a great escape for those who want to dine privately and luxuriously. Representing joy and celebrating Chinese tradition, the cultural significance of the ruby gemstone dates back for thousands of years. Named after this gemstone, we wanted to add some joy and celebration in the heart of Blue Pavilion. 

Our VIP Jade room is the epitome of luxury and fine dining. Catering for up to 14 guests, you can experience a wonderful Christmas party as you celebrate with family and friends. Surrounded by our extensive wine collection, you’ll be so tempted by the luxurious beverages and dishes that we have waiting for you. 

In China, jade holds plenty of cultural significance, symbolic for beauty and spiritual harmony – often seen as even more precious than gold. So, the luxury of the Jade room is represented through this gemstone. For those who are wanting to have a laugh, dance and sing the night away, we also have our large VIP Karaoke Room where you’ll be able to enjoy some of our signature dishes for a minimum spend of £700. Perfect for Christmas parties, you can try some delicious authentic Chinese dishes and end your unforgettable night with some quality entertainment. 

What Menus Are Available?

In our exclusive and private rooms, you’ll be able to opt for a selection of our Christmas set menus. Our classic set menus feature traditional Chinese dishes that symbolise celebration, health and joy – all relevant to the things we value during the festive season. Including classic dishes such as Dong Po Pork and Deep-fried sharing platters, the classic Christmas set menu is definitely one to remember. 

If you’re feeling particularly indulgent, why not go for our Supreme set menu? Featuring delicious quintessential Chinese main dishes such as Sichuan Crispy Chicken with Dried Chilli & Peppercorn and Black Pepper Diced Fillet Steak with Merlot, our dishes are expertly crafted with layers of delicious aromas and flavours. 

You can then enjoy a wonderful dessert to contrast the savoury dishes with tasty sweet ones, all in the heart of an intimate and private dining space. 

For more information on our Christmas set menus, why not take a look at some more of our guides? We explore what dishes we have available, how they’re crafted and how they’ve been inspired by Chinese history and culture, as well as why they’ll provide you with a memorable, unique experience during the festive period. 

How To Reserve Your Dining Experience

For private dining bookings, we always recommend that you book as far in advance as possible so we can create a night that’s one to remember. Our rooms are popular and fill up fast, especially during the Chritsmas period  – so don’t hesitate to book now! 

But first, to ensure every guest enjoys their experience in our exclusive rooms, we have a few simple steps in place for group bookings. 

For guests choosing one of our exclusive Private Dining Rooms, a £20 per guest deposit is required at the time of booking. This amount will be fully deducted from your final bill on the day of your event. For parties of 10 guests or more, we kindly request that a Pre-Order Form be completed at least 48 hours before your visit. This allows our chefs to prepare your dishes with care and precision, and ensures your dining experience begins smoothly the moment you arrive.

Introducing our Christmas set menus, for families, friends, group celebrations during the festive period – including traditional authentic Chinese dishes!

Celebrate Christmas At Blue Pavillion With Our Festive Set Menus

Celebrate Christmas with family and friends this year at Blue Pavilion – for only £33 per person, you can experience our Classic Christmas Set Menu. If you’re in the mood to indulge or treat others this year, why not try our Christmas Supreme Set Menu for £58 per person?  Both experiences will take you on a journey into authentic Chinese cuisine. 

From delicious Deep Fried Sharing Platters to traditional Dong Po Pork, the classic set menu allows you to taste the gorgeous balance of sweet and savoury dishes. Our supreme set menu features starters such as Iberico Siu Mai and Black Gold King Prawn Ha Gau, with mains such as Steamed Sea Bass With Ginger & Spring Onions. 

Available from the 1st November to the 30th December, there’s plenty of time to enjoy delicious and soulful dishes during the most wonderful time of the year. Our seats fill up quickly in our restaurant, so why not book a table and celebrate a Christmas that’s like no other with unique Chinese dishes? 

Why Blue Pavillion At Christmas? 

At Blue Pavilion, we take pride in welcoming new visitors all across the UK, as well as making our Chinese guests feel right at home. With our culinary excellence, you’ll be able to taste exquisite dishes that tell a story about authentic Chinese dishes, all in the heart of our ambient and decorative restaurant that’s full of laughter, music and atmosphere. 

We can accommodate private and quiet dining experiences in our luxurious suites when booked in advance, with various rooms to choose from. So, you’ll be able to taste our exquisite dishes in exclusive and romantic settings to really celebrate the winter season in style.   

What’s On Our Christmas Set Menus?

Both of our Christmas set menus make delicious options to try as you celebrate seasonal events throughout November and December. So, let’s take a look at what each one offers with suggestions on what you could try. 

Starters

Our classic set menu has beautifully arranged starters, such as the Kaitafi Dragon Rolls. These are inspired by Japanese dragon rolls, infused in shredded phyllo dough – it’s crunchy, savoury and delightful to the senses. 

Featured on our Christmas Supreme Set Menu, the Iberico Sui Mai stater is lovingly made with rich pork, seasoned in aromatic soy sauce and enclosed in Sui Mai wrappers (made with egg and flour). This starter holds a lot of cultural significance in Chinese traditions, as its origins date all the way back to the Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD) which was a golden age for Chinese innovation, economy and prosperity. For this reason, it’s a dish that symbolises abundance and prosperity, which goes hand in hand with the generosity, happiness and goodwill that we share in the UK during the Christmas period. 

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Mains 

Our mains in the Classic Christmas Set menu will bring so much joy to your evening as you follow them up from a delicious starter. An example of this is the Sichuan Crispy Chicken With Dried Chilli & Red Peppercorn. Sichuan, a region in southwestern China that is recognised for its striking Hengduan Mountains and deep valleys of  Himalayan foothills, is a place that is abundant with flavoursome and aromatic gastronomy. This main course option is a meaty, crunchy dish with citrusy and slightly lemony notes of peppercorn, with mild spiciness and a balance of sweet and savory flavourings. 

From our supreme set menu, you might fancy trying our Steamed Sea Bass with Ginger & Spring Onions. To celebrate Christmas in an authentic Chinese way, this dish is the epitome of Chinese cooking philosophies. Our chefs steam the sea bass, which is a technique that’s been used in Chinese cooking for thousands of years. It has been said that steaming fish keeps its rich flavours and retains its nutrients, as opposed to boiling or frying them. 

For an aromatic touch, the ginger spices also play an important role in this cultural dish, with its healing properties and striking notes that balance beautifully with the fish and spring onions. In China, seabass is often served at special banquets and celebrations such as the Lunar New Year, but its richness, flavours and ingredients make it a wonderful seasonal dish to choose as you celebrate with family and friends. 

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Desserts

After tasting our delicious meals from either one of our Christmas menus, you’ll be excited to taste one of our scrumptious desserts that end the night on a memorable note. Both menus feature dessert options of Christmas Special Basque Cheesecake, Oreo Matcha Cake, Salted Cream Oreo Cake and the Crème Brûlée Delight (GF). 

The Oreo Matcha Cake has been made with powdery layers of matcha that is derived from Japan, traditionally grounded from green tea leaves. So if you want to finalise your night with a general Asian cuisine experience, this may be a great option for you. 

After having a spicy Sichuan dish, for example, the Christmas Special Basque Cheesecake might make a great option for you since its layers of creamy texture and sweetness will balance nicely and contrast this main dish. 

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Classic Set Menu Vs Supreme Set Menu: Which One Should You Choose? 

Now you have an insight into some examples of our dishes that are featured on our Christmas menus, with a little bit of information on their ingredients and their history, we’ll break down which set menu you could potentially pick from in order to make your night an unforgettable experience. 

The classic Christmas Set Menu is available all day. It’s a more budget friendly option in contrast to the supreme experience, featuring lighter bites and the same desserts. It’s great for smaller groups and romantic dinner dates! So, if you would like to dine in style and treat your partner to some wonderfully authentic Chinese dishes during November or December, the classic Christmas set menu could be a perfect option for you. 

With it being available all day, you don’t have to arrange to dine in the evening, allowing you to enjoy a nice lunch in the afternoon. This is also ideal for those with children under 10 years old, between 12 and 5pm. It is a part of our family policy that after 7pm, unfortunately children under 10 years old will no longer be allowed in the restaurant. We recommend that you book a table in advance during the daytime to avoid the loud music that is unsuitable for babies. 

Our Supreme Christmas Set Menu is ideal for larger groups, Christmas work parties, special events with multiple people and for more formal dining occasions. It’s perfect if you’re feeling particularly indulgent and would like to treat yourself and other people. It features alternative starters to our classic Christmas menu, so if these take your fancy, you’re more than welcome to opt for this menu choice. 

If you are gluten free, vegan or vegetarian, there’s no need to worry – both our Christmas Menu options cater for this. Please inform a member of staff in advance if you have any allergies, and we will try our best to accommodate you. 

Make Unforgettable Memories At Blue Pavilion 

Don’t hesitate to book your night at Blue Pavilion during the Christmas period. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening dinner date with your partner, going for lunch with your family, or booking a Christmas party with your work colleagues, we will arrange an amazing dining experience for you in the heart of Leeds city centre. 

The Role Of Aromatics In Chinese Cuisine 

For thousands of years, Chinese cuisine and culture has deeply rooted its art for aromatics in dishes with different ingredients such as herbs, spices and seasonings. At Blue Pavillion in Leeds, you’ll experience authentic Chinese dishes that combine these layers of spices, herbs, vegetables and flavours – we’d love for you to join us and try our Mid-Autumn Set Menu or pick any of our delicious dishes from our other menus. 

Available Sunday to Friday, our Mid-Autumn Set Menu offers incredible value at just £29.95 per person, including a starter, main course and side. Want to treat yourself and others? Add a second course or dessert for just £8 extra or go all out and enjoy both for the ultimate indulgence.

Let’s take a look into how aromatics play an important role in making our main courses, desserts and drinks taste beautifully delicious, and how these ingredients are quintessential in Chinese cultural traditions. 

What Are Aromatics? 

Aromatics are a blend of ingredients such as herbs and spices, and they are integral to layering flavours and infusing fragrances. Many of these spices and herbs are implemented in dishes that are significant to Chinese traditions. From lotus seed pastes used in mooncakes during the Mid-Autumn Festival, to golden crispy spring rolls in the Chinese Spring Festival, aromatics play a fundamental role in Chinese food and traditions. 

During the cooking process, many of our chefs sizzle aromatics in oil to help release their fragrances, a signature technique when it comes to crafting authentic dishes. 

Throughout the centuries, it has often been believed that the ingredients we use in food are for the soul and spirit, not just the body. That’s why visiting Blue Pavilion isn’t just about enjoying delicious food, but the entire experience and how both food and the environment makes you feel. Aromatics play a large role in that entire experience. 

Aromatics In Our Signature Autumnal Dishes

During the autumn season, many people in China enjoy celebrating the Chongyang festival, also commonly known as the Double Ninth Festival. Celebrating nature, climbing mountains and valuing spiritual healing, this festival is also widely recognised for its aromatic dishes and herbal teas. Chrysanthemum tea is primarily associated with this festival as these flowers tend to bloom in autumn, becoming a symbol of purity and nobility, as well as fighting off illnesses that affect us during the cold seasons. 

Aromatics such as ginger, garlic, spring onions and chili are often found in traditional Chinese medicine to support immunity and enhance spirituality – these are key values that reflect the spirit of the Chongyang Festival, which centres on connecting with nature and showing deep respect for the elderly. These fundamental flavourings make up some of our delicious and decoratively presented autumnal dishes! 

An enticing fusion of garlic, star anise and ginger, Dong Po Pork is a delicious main course option to treat yourself throughout the autumn season. Thanks to its balance of hearty herbs and spices that act as restorative healing properties, this dish ties in with the themes of spirituality and honouring elders at the Chongyang Festival.

Mongolian Sauce and King Po Chicken is also a wonderful option as a main, with its composition of layered dried chilis, garlic, ginger and spring onions. The aromatic sharpness and energising ingredients make it a great option for the cooler months, this healthy and rejuvenating dish is sure to warm you up.

The Role Of Aromatics In Our Cocktails 

Just like our dishes, we use a wide variety of ingredients to create indulgent cocktail recipes that mirror Chinese cuisine too. They can include anything from a layer of teas, flowers and spices to fruits, wines and spirits, all of which give you a bubbling taste of Chinese inspired fragrant beverages. Let’s take a look at some of our gorgeous cocktails that can be paired with our unique dishes. 

The Jiuzhaigou Hu cocktail, named after the beautiful Jiuzhaigou valley located in southwestern China, is a dynamic blend of Roku, aperitif wine, blue curacao, lemon and bitters. The citrusy sharpness of the lemon blends harmoniously with the floral Roku, making it a great option to pair it with the Dong Po Pork, where the cocktail’s citrus notes contrast nicely with the pork’s richness. 

A similar option that you may consider is the Xing Fu cocktail, meaning “Happy” in Mandarin Chinese. It’s a delicious combination of Roku, peach liqueur, lemon and raspberry, whose aromatic layers make it a perfect option if you’re one for fruity and sweet cocktails. Combining sweet tastes, fantastic presentation and a positive meaning behind it, this cocktail is sure to make you smile!

Our Chang’An cocktail is an aromatic blend of Kakuzo Yazo, lychee Liqueur, sake and prosecco. Named after an ancient Chinese city, the Chang’An cocktail has aromatics that not only enhance the cocktail’s refreshing taste, but reflect the ancient Chinese philosophy of using fragrant ingredients to invigorate the senses and support well-being. 

Matcha In Complementary Desserts 

Aromatics play an important role not only in Chinese cuisine, but in Asian food as a whole. Our Matcha Oreo Cake combines indulgent flavours of chocolate oreo with earthy matcha powder, originally sourced in Japan. It is a great option to follow your Fillet Steak In Mongolia Sauce or Dong Po Pork, where its light bitterness complements these dishes and brings your dining experience to a satisfying finish. 

We like to present our desserts in artful, visually appealing ways, as we believe that this helps to contribute to their fragrance and aromatics too (plus it adds to the overall experience as well!).Pairing our desserts with strawberries, macrons, blueberries and blackberries gives our ice creams and cakes a lighter, sweeter feel that is delightful to the senses too. 

Experience These Aromas In Our Authentic Chinese Restaurant 

Come and taste our delicious dishes that combine various aromas and flavours, energising body and spirit in our traditional ways. For only £29.95 per person you can enjoy our Chinese cuisine and have a unique, memorable dining experience. 

Our new set menu is here just in time to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Authentic Chinese Cuisine for only £29.95 per person. 

Celebrate The Mid-Autumn Festival With Us During October

As the crisp Autumn leaves start to fall and the nights draw in, we’re looking forward to celebrating our harvest festival and we’d love for you to join us. Whether you celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival too or you want to join in with our festivities, you’re more than welcome to come celebrate and indulge in authentic Chinese cuisine within a welcoming, luxurious setting. 

Available Sun-Fri, our Mid-Autumn Set Menu includes a starter, main course and a side for only £29.95 and for only an additional £8 you can add a second course or dessert too. If you’re feeling really indulgent you could even opt for both!

But before we delve into what delicious dishes you’ll find on our new set-menu, let’s take a look at the history of the Mid-Autumn festival and what makes it so special in Chinese culture. 

What Is The Mid-Autumn Festival?

Also known as the Mooncake Festival or the Moon Festival, the Mid-Autumn Festival dates back over 3,000 years to the Shang Dynasty and its origins are rooted in the worshipping of the moon in the hope of a really good harvest. 

The ancient Chinese believed that the moon and water were associated with rejuvenation, hence the worshipping in the hopes of a good harvest. For example, the Zhuang people have an ancient fable that describes the sun and the moon as a couple and the stars as their children. Then, when the moon is pregnant, it becomes round (hence the full moon) and then after giving birth to a child (or a star in this instance) it becomes a crescent moon. So you can see how the full moon is associated with new life and rejuvenation, especially with the timing of the full moon during harvest time. 

People would worship the moon to give thanks for the harvest and encourage the ‘harvest-giving light’ to return during the following year. Whilst today, many people have enough food supplies, the tradition of the festival lives on and over the many years, how and why everyone celebrates has evolved. 

Today, the core principles of the celebration revolve around three fundamental concepts. The gathering of friends and family to celebrate and ‘harvest crops’. The giving of thanks to the moon for the harvest, which is also represented through the gifting of and sharing of mooncakes to and with one another and finally praying for good things to come in the future (traditionally a good harvest the following year). 

Whilst regional traditions differ, the festival is usually celebrated by worshipping the moon (families will often eat outside on the night of the full moon), lighting various types of lanterns and enjoying the making, sharing and eating of mooncakes. 

The Mid-Autumn Festival is the second most important festival celebrated in China after Chinese New Year and is a public holiday there too. This year the festival falls on October 6th and many will be looking forward to a big celebration.

What’s On Our New Mid-Autumn Festival Set Menu?

Now you know why the festival is celebrated. Why don’t we take a look at a selection of the sumptuous dishes that await you at Blue Pavilion as part of our new set menu?

Starters

Whilst there’s only one starter to choose from, it offers a delicious mix of textures and flavours that’s sure to delight.

Signature Deep-Fried Sharing Platter

Our signature deep fried sharing platter is a tantalising appetiser that’s sure to get your taste buds tingling. There’s a wide selection of dishes available, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy. It’s the perfect opportunity to try something new too!

Our Kataifi Dragon Rolls are a unique and delicious take on traditional Chinese rolls. The mix of textures they provide is simply delightful with crispy, flaky pastry on the outside and juicy and tender king prawns on the inside. The satisfying crunch followed by the juicy, tender taste of the prawns is to die for.    

Our sesame seed coated Golden King Prawn Toast provides a crispy, crunchy seafood experience. Whilst the luxurious black truffle (which some have described as having chocolatey notes) adds a lovely nutty taste too. 

If it’s juicy chicken you’re after, our sticky Teriyaki Chicken Skewers are sure to delight. With their irresistible umami flavour bursting through, they’re the perfect blend of sweet and savoury taste. 

Finally, our Golden Chicken and Cheese rolls have the crispy consistency of a spring roll, but with a tasty, gooey chicken and cheese filling instead. A unique experience that many may not have tried before. 

Second Course

For only an extra £8 you can enjoy one of our most popular dishes…

Aromatic Crispy Duck

A Chinese cuisine staple for many decades now, our Aromatic Crispy Duck dish offers a delectable combination of crispy skin, tender duck meat, fresh vegetables and a tasty and tangy hoisin sauce, all wrapped up in pancakes. It’s a deliciously fun experience for everyone to enjoy and well worth considering.

Mains

There’s a wide variety of beautiful main dishes to choose from too…

Crispy Kung Po Chicken

Featuring juicy marinated chicken in crispy batter, mixed with green onions, peanuts and our deliciously sweet and spicy kung po sauce. This is a wonderful choice if you’re looking for that delectable combination of sweet and spicy. 

Rainbow Chicken Fillet With Japanese Curry Sauce

With its sweet curry taste, juicy chicken and crispy textures providing a satisfying crunch with every bite, our Rainbow Chicken Fillet in Japanese Curry Sauce is sure to delight. This pairs beautifully with either our egg fried rice or steamed jasmine rice, whichever takes your fancy. 

Dong Po Pork

Featuring thick cut pork belly that’s been pan-fried, red cooked and then left to simmer in a delicious mix of soy sauce, wine and sugar, our Dong Po pork boasts a melt in the mouth experience with its tender meat.  

Fillet Steak In Mongolian Sauce

Our melt in the mouth, juicy steak is cooked to perfection and when paired with our sweet and savoury Mongolian sauce, you have a delicious dish that’s bursting with flavour.

Canadian King Scallops With Asparagus in XO Sauce

Our lightly seasoned, pan-fried scallops are golden on the outside and buttery soft on the inside. With a delicately balanced sweet and salty flavour, our scallops are a great choice. Especially when combined with garlic, chilli, onions and our sweet and spicy homemade XO sauce.  

Sides

Complement your dishes with one of our tasty sides too.

Tenderstem Broccoli in Garlic & Ginger Sauce

A tasty hybrid of Chinese kale and broccoli, tenderstem broccoli is a fantastic addition to any of your meals as a side dish. Especially when it’s been marinated in our tasty and warming garlic and ginger sauce.

Baby Pak Choy in Garlic & Ginger Sauce

With its satisfying crunch and sweet flavour, baby pak choy fantastically complements any side dish, especially when stir-fried with our delectable garlic and ginger sauce. 

Signature Desserts

The indulgence doesn’t stop there though. If you’ve still got some room and a bit of a sweet tooth, why not enjoy one of our delectable desserts? For only an extra £8 you can tuck in to any of our desserts from the menu.

From the unmistakable combination of the sweet and crunchy caramelised sugar topping and gooey custard base of our Crème Brûlée to our Oreo Matcha, whichever dessert you’ve got your eye on, you won’t be disappointed. 

Come celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with us this October and take advantage of our delicious set menu. For only £29.95 per person you can enjoy a wide range of the dishes we offer, experience the first class service we provide and enjoy it all in a relaxing, yet luxurious setting that’s sure to impress. Book today to secure your spot this October.

Our lunch set menu is the perfect way to enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine at lunch time in Leeds City Center.

For only £19.95 per person enjoy a small plate, main and side dish.

Indulge In Our Authentic Chinese Menu With Our Lunch Set Menu

Looking to enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine on your lunch break or on a day trip shopping in Leeds? Look no further than the Lunch Set Menu at Blue Pavilion. 

Whether you fancy indulging in our traditional, melt in your mouth Dim Sum Platter, would like to experience the tangy yet savoury taste that our Chicken in Lychee Sauce provides or you crave crispy spring rolls, our Lunch Set Menu has it all. 

Plus, there’s no better time to experience it with our very special August offer. For every £100 you spend at Blue Pavilion from Sunday to Monday, you’ll receive a £20 voucher which can be redeemed across our entire menu on your next visit (excluding Saturdays). Just be sure to use your voucher by September 30th.

So let’s take a closer look at a selection of the sumptuous dishes that are on offer on our Lunch Set Menu here at Blue Pavilion…

Small Plates

Classic Steamed Dim Sum Platter

Dim Sum as a whole includes a wide variety of different dishes from steamed buns filled with rich, tasty meat or vegetables and sauce to fried pastries such as Kataifi Dragon Rolls. However, in our Steamed Dim Sum Platter we provide you with a delectable mix of some of the finest steamed dishes that Dim Sum can provide. 

There’s the traditional Iberico Siu Mai steamed dumpling dish that features Spanish Iberico Pork wrapped up in a twisty wanton wrapper. The pig’s exclusive diet of acorns and other plant based items gives this meat an evocative, nutty flavour which you’re sure to love. 

Our Black Gold King Prawn Ha Gau is a luxurious twist on the classic Cantonese Dim Sum. Juicy king prawns are wrapped in a silky black pastry which has been infused with natural squid ink and adorned with a delicate, edible gold leaf resulting in a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

Our Wild Mushroom Dumpling is bursting with rich umami flavour which combines excellently with the earthy tones of the wild mushroom.

Also included in the Classic Steamed Dim Sum Platter is our Yuanbao Scallop Dumplings with XO Sauce. Enjoy handcrafted golden dumplings shaped like traditional Chinese ingots, each of which are filled with succulent scallops for a delicate flavour. The dish is lovingly finished off with our homemade XO sauce which provides a rich, aromatic blend of premium seafood, cured ham and fragrant Chinese spices.

Pork & Prawn Wontons In Sweet Soy Sauce

These tasty Chinese dumplings combine meaty, sweet yet savoury pork with the succulent, sweet and salty flavour of prawn all encased in a delicate wrapper that melts in your mouth. Served with salty, savoury Soy sauce that’s perfect for dipping the dumplings.

Golden Black-Belt Vegetable Spring Rolls

Crispy, golden pastry wrapped around a medley of fresh seasonal vegetables, all tied off with a delicate strip of seaweed, paying homage to and evoking the sign of excellence and expertise that a black belt does. Light, crunchy and bursting with flavour, they’re the perfect balance of elegance and taste.

Mains

Sides

You can also choose either our Egg Fried Rice or Steamed Jasmine Rice to compliment your main dish. Either one is a great choice as both pair very nicely with any of our main dishes. 

Signature Dessert

If there’s some room left after our two course set menu and you have a sweet tooth, then why not make it a three course meal and enjoy one of our Signature Desserts? For just an extra £8 per person, you can enjoy any of the desserts from our menu. 

Whether that’s our moist, spongy Oreo & Matcha cake that has a delicious combination of sweet chocolate and umami matcha flavour, our fruity and sweet Grape cake which is served with our deliciously refreshing Jasmine Tea or the unmistakenable, timeless taste of Crème Brûlée with its rich custard base and hard, caramelised sugar topping. You won’t be disappointed, no matter which dessert you have your eye on.

So with the various delicious dishes on offer and our August promotion, there’s never been a better time to come and enjoy lunch here with us at Blue Pavilion. You’ll be greeted by attentive, friendly team members, a luxurious setting that’s sure to relax and a culinary experience your tastebuds won’t forget. Book now to save your spot at lunchtime. 

Why not treat your father to an exquisite culinary treat this Father’s Day with our three course Father’s Day set menu. With a variety of tasty dishes and a complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink for dad (whatever tipple takes his fancy), he’s sure to have a brilliant time.

Our luxurious, relaxing environment and attentive table service will ensure that your dad and the whole family will have a wonderful experience. We know how important it is to celebrate your father and with everything he does (and has done) for you, you want him to know how special he is to you. The Blue Pavilion experience is sure to provide the setting for a memorable Father’s Day.

Our set menu is only available for one day on Sunday 15th June, so make sure you don’t miss out and book online with us today.

When is Father’s Day in China?

Interestingly in Chinese culture, whilst Father’s Day isn’t as widely celebrated as it once was, we do celebrate it in line with the rest of the world on the third Sunday of June. But that wasn’t always the case…

During World War II, the Chinese Government wanted to celebrate our soldiers who’d passed away and honour Fathers who had and hadn’t served. They chose August 8th as the date to celebrate this occasion because that date can actually be shortened to “bā bā” (八八 ‘eight eight’), which sounds very similar to the informal word for father (爸爸, bàba).

Whilst this tradition has waned over the years in mainland China and any who do celebrate it now tend to celebrate Father’s Day in line with the rest of the world on the third Sunday in June. The original date is still celebrated to this day in Taiwan. Whilst not an official holiday, residents of Taiwan often take their dad out for a meal, give him gifts or at least give him a phone call to catch up.

What Is On Your Father’s Day Set Menu?

Our Father’s Day set menu features a fantastic mix of tastes and textures to give you and your father a beautiful and memorable food experience.

There’s our signature deep fried sharing platter that has an eclectic mix of fried food delicacies such as kataifi dragon rolls and our golden prawn king toast with luxurious black truffle. Then there’s plenty of main dishes to choose from to suit everyone’s taste from our rainbow chicken fillet with sweet and savoury Japanese curry sauce to crispy water king prawns in sweet and spicy honey and wasabi sauce.

Plus, for only an extra £8 per person, you can experience our aromatic crispy duck as a second course. Wrap up the tasty duck with cucumber and spring onions for a taste you’ll never forget.

Let’s take a closer look at what delicious dishes await you this Father’s Day at Blue Pavilion.

Signature Deep-Fried Sharing Platter

Our deep fried sharing platter is the perfect appetiser to get your tastebuds tingling. With a wide selection of dishes included, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. It’s also the perfect opportunity to try new dishes you may not have before too.

Our Kataifi Dragon Rolls are a unique and delicious take on traditional Chinese rolls. They offer a delightful mix of textures with crispy, flaky pastry on the outside and juicy and tender king prawns on the inside. They provide a satisfying crunch and melt in the mouth experience with each and every bite.

Also included are our juicy Teriyaki Chicken Skewers which offer the perfect blend of sweet and savoury with their irresistible umami flavour bursting through with every bite. Our Golden King Prawn Toast coated in sesame seeds offers a crunchy, crispy seafood experience. The luxurious black truffle adds a lovely nutty taste too, some have even described it as having slight chocolatey notes too.

Lastly, the Golden Chicken and Cheese rolls have all the crispy consistency of a spring roll, but with a tasty, gooey chicken and cheese filling.

Aromatic Crispy Duck

For just an extra £8 per person, you can enjoy this beautiful and tasty second course that’s sure to satisfy and impress everyone. The delectable combination of crispy skin, tender duck meat, fresh vegetables and tangy hoisin sauce all hand wrapped up by you in a pancake is a fun and delicious experience that’s certainly worth it!

Chicken in Lychee Sauce

The first of our main course choices is the perfect selection if you want to enjoy a sweet and savoury mix that bursts with flavour. Lychee fruit is often described as having a flavour that’s almost as if a strawberry and pear have been combined and coated in rose water. So if that sounds tasty to you, this could be the right choice for you.

Crispy Kung Po Chicken

Juicy, tender chicken in crispy batter, mixed with peanuts, green onions and coated in a delicious sweet and spicy kung po sauce, this is a great choice if you’re looking for a crispy and spicy taste sensation.

Rainbow Chicken Fillet With Japanese Curry Sauce

Combining crispy textures, sweet curry taste and juicy chicken, this dish is sure to leave you wanting more. The tender chicken fillets are lightly battered and then pan fried until golden, before being topped with delicious curry sauce. We certainly recommend that you pair this with one of our tasty fried rice dishes too!

Crispy Water King Prawns in Honey Wasabi Sauce

Our deep-fried, lightly battered crispy water king prawns offer a satisfying crunch with a juicy, succulent, melt in the mouth middle. The honey and wasabi sauce that’s drizzled over this dish adds a sweet, yet spicy kick and with everything combined you have a bold, luxurious taste that’s sure to delight.

Fillet Steak In Mongolian Sauce

Our melt in the mouth, juicy steak is cooked to perfection and when paired with our sweet and savoury Mongolian sauce, you have a delicious dish that’s bursting with flavour.

Tenderstem Broccoli in Garlic & Ginger Sauce

A tasty hybrid of Chinese kale and broccoli, tenderstem broccoli is a fantastic addition to any of your meals as a side dish. Especially when it’s been marinated in our ‘warm’ tasting garlic and ginger sauce.

Signature Desserts

If your Father has a sweet tooth, then why not treat him to one of our sweet treats too? For just an extra £8 per person, you can enjoy any of the desserts from our menu. Whether that’s our moist, spongy Oreo & Matcha cake that has a delicious combination of sweet chocolate and umami matcha flavour, our sweet and fruity Grape cake that’s served with delicious and refreshing Jasmine Tea or the recognisable, timeless taste of Crème Brûlée with its rich custard base and hard, caramelised sugar topping. Whether you choose just one or several and share, your tastebuds are sure to thank you.

Our Father’s Day set menu offers a great combination of tastes, textures and sweet desserts, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy on the day. But, if something else on our usual menu takes your fancy instead, no problem, you can still choose from our other menus when you visit. 

If you like the sound of our menu and want to experience real, authentic Chinese dishes this Father’s Day, then book now to ensure your seat at the table.

Launching Our New À La Carte Menu

We’ve re-vamped our à la carte menu to feature more delicious dishes that are sure to tantalise your tastebuds. As it is our aim is to deliver authentic Chinese cuisine with a touch of luxury to all of our guests, we have re-launched our menu with more affordable pricing. Re-launching on Sunday 18th May, our À La Carte menu has it all when it comes to a premium experience. Book today to enjoy a dining experience like no other.

New Dishes in our New Menu

Salt & Pepper Spare Ribs

Crispy on the outside and succulent on the inside, our new Salt and Pepper Spare Ribs are infused with savoury, peppery flavours and just enough of a kick to not be overpowering. Deep fried until golden and then stir fried with garlic, chilli, onions and seasoning, the tender spare ribs fall off the bone.

King Prawn and Tenderstem Broccoli

Juicy king prawns stir-fried with crispy tenderstem broccoli in a light, aromatic glaze. A refined balance of ocean freshness and garden greens, crafted for  an elegant flavour.

Rainbow Chicken Fillet with Japanese Curry Sauce

This dish combines crispy textures, with juicy chicken and a sweet and savoury Japanese curry sauce for a taste sensation that’s sure to leave you wanting more. The tender chicken fillets are lightly battered and pan-fried until golden and then topped with the delicious curry sauce. We recommend pairing this with our fried rice side dishes.

Aromatic Crispy Duck

With a crispy outside and a tender centre, our Aromatic Crispy Duck is a tasty dish similarly to our Peking Duck dish, it is an experience, rather than just a meal. Served with pancakes, cucumber, spring onions and delicious hoisin sauce, you’ll combine the ingredients by hand and discover how the combination of the textures and tastes provide a taste like no other.

Salt & Pepper Tofu

Our new crispy and spicy tofu dish is bursting with flavours and is a great choice either on its own or paired with one of our fried rice dishes. Deep fried until crisp and golden, the tofu is infused with fragrant aromatics, garlic, chilli, spring onion and seasoned with salt. It’s also a great choice if you’re vegetarianm, vegan or just fancy a delicious meat-free dish. 

Spare Ribs with Peking Sauce

Marinated in a tangy, savoury-sweet Peking sauce and cooked until the meat is melt in your mouth tender, our Spare Ribs are another tasty, juicy rib dish that’s sure to delight your tastebuds. 

Crispy Water King Prawn in Honey Wasabi Sauce

Delicately crispy water king prawns are expertly prepared to maintain their succulent texture, then drizzled with a sophisticated honey wasabi sauce. The balance of sweet honey and the gentle kick of wasabi creates a uniquely refined flavour profile, which offers a perfect blend of bold taste with a luxurious touch.

Fillet Steak in Peking Sauce

Our premium Fillet Steak is expertly cooked to perfection cooked in a luxurious Peking sauce, blending savoury, sweet, and aromatic flavours. This exquisite dish offers a harmonious fusion of traditional Chinese seasoning and tender, high-quality steak. It’s a truly elevated dining experience that showcases the best of both worlds.

Sirloin Steak with Black Pepper Sauce

Our Sirloin Steak, perfectly sliced into strips, is served with a rich black pepper sauce. It’s delicately placed on a Himalayan Salt Block to enhance the flavor and presentation. The combination of the steak’s tenderness and the salt block’s unique properties creates an unforgettable dining experience.

There’s plenty of new flavours and textures to experience from our new À La Carte menu. If you’d like to try out our new dishes or enjoy your favourite existing dishes at a revamped price, get in touch today or book via our online booking form. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Our brand new dim sum menu launches Mon 12th May. Served from 12 noon until 3:30pm every day. Steamed, deep fried and baked dim sum available.

Revealing Our New Dim Sum Menu

We’re delighted to reveal our brand new Dim Sum menu launching Monday, 12th May. With a variety of tasty fillings, each offering a different taste sensation and the option to have either steamed dim sum, deep-fried dim sum, baked dim sum or a mix of all three, we’re offering the ultimate dim sum experience.

Traditionally served during brunch hours, our Dim Sum menu will be available from 12 noon until 3:30pm every day. Plus, keep an eye out on our social media platforms, and if you like, comment and share our Dim Sum post with three friends, you’ll be eligible for 15% off your order if you visit us between 12th May and 12th June.

If you’ve never experienced dim sum before or you’re coming back for more but would like to try somewhere new, now’s your chance. Book today using our easy-to-use online booking system, a culinary delight awaits you.

What Is Dim Sum?

Dim Sum is a collection of small bite-sized dishes that are served with tea and traditionally enjoyed as a brunch or lunch time snack. The type of food served as part of Dim Sum is quite diverse and can include steamed buns (such as Char Siu Bao), dumplings, fried pastries (such as prawn toast and kataifi dragon rolls) and other snacks.

Dim Sum is presented beautifully in bamboo steamers and it’s the perfect option if you’re looking to share with others or want to try out different dishes. Traditionally in dim sum restaurants, a server would usually push around carts filled with different dishes to choose from, allowing diners to select what dishes take their fancy. However in most restaurants these days, you’d expect to choose from a menu and have your dishes brought out to your table.

Traditionally served with tea, the etiquette would be for the person closest to the teapot to pour tea for all the guests at the table before pouring his or her cup. Diners would then signal to waiters that they need a tea refill by taking the lid off the teapot and either resting it on top of or by the side of the tea pot.

Eating dim sum is a very fun and unique experience. With a wide variety of dishes to choose from, each with interesting textures and beautiful flavours that delight your tastebuds, we’re sure it’ll be a pleasant experience that’ll leave you wanting more.

What’s On Our New Dim Sum Menu?

There’s too much on our new dim sum menu to delve into each and every dish (as you can see in the image above), but we’ll share with you a selection of popular and traditional dim sum dishes that are either a great starting point or favourites that you’ll likely be looking to enjoy once again.

Blue Pavilion Char Siu Bao

One of the most popular dim sum dishes, these marshmallow-like steamed dough buns are super soft and filled with sweet and savoury char siu pork that just melts in your mouth. Steamed until the dough is soft and fluffy and the filling is cooked through, char siu bao is a real taste and texture sensation like no other. 

Iberico Siu Mai

Siu Mai is a traditional chinese dumpling dish which features steamed dumplings that are enclosed in a twisty wanton wrapper with the filling just popping out of the top. Our Iberico Siu Mai contains Iberico pork, which originates from Spain and is known for its nutty, evocative flavour, which comes from the pig’s diet of acorns and other plant based items which are naturally found within its forest habitat.

Iberico Xiao Long Bao

Translated as ‘soup dumplings’, Xiao Long Bao originated in Shanghai and consists of thin, pleated dough wrappers with tasty fillings inside. Traditionally Xiao Long Bao would include minced pork and a broth that could be combined with roe and crab meat, hence the name soup dumplings. Our Iberico Xiao Long Bao contains our tasty Iberico pork which is sure to have you coming back for more.

Kataifi Dragon Rolls

Our Kataifi Dragon Rolls are a unique take on traditional Chinese rolls. Filled with succulent prawns and wrapped in delicate kataifi pastry, they offer a delightful contrast of textures — crispy and flaky on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by a melt-in-the-mouth finish.

Hong Kong Egg Tarts

Known as ‘Dan Tat’ in Cantonese, Hong Kong Egg Tarts are small, flaky pastry desserts that are filled with a smooth, creamy and sweet egg custard. They actually took inspiration from British custard tarts, but have their own Cantonese spin on things.

There’s something for everyone to enjoy on our new Dim Sum menu, from steamed melt in your mouth dumplings to crispy fried Kataifi Dragon Rolls and sweet and delicious Hong Kong Egg Tarts. But even if you’re on the lookout for other delicious Chinese dishes or you change your mind when you arrive, we have something for everyone to enjoy across our entire menu here at Blue Pavilion.

Be sure to book your experience with us here today and keep an eye out on our social media to take advantage of our 15% discount offer too! We can’t wait to see you soon.