Christmas is quickly approaching, which means it’s time to begin organizing your holiday meal! Whether you desire a classic turkey dinner with all the sides or a unique interpretation of holiday favorites, there’s something to suit everyone's taste. Here’s our initial list of places to enjoy a Christmas meal, along with some establishments offering seasonal promotions.
Christmas Meals
Beijing hosts a variety of Christmas meals. Let’s kick things off with two events taking place this upcoming weekend.
Caribbean Christmas BBQ at The Factory
This Saturday (Dec 13) at 3pm, The Factory will hold a special Caribbean Christmas BBQ event in partnership with CBK (Caribbean Kings). The Caribbean menu will feature dishes such as pork belly, jerk chicken, jerk pork ribs, and Jamaican rice, alongside special craft beers, Caribbean mince pies, and live DJ sets. A portion of the event's proceeds will also go to Hurricane Melissa relief efforts in Jamaica. Additional information can be found here.
Date: 3pm, Sat, Dec 13 Location: The Factory
Festive Christmas Brunch at Zarah
Zarah will host a Festive Christmas Brunch this Sunday (Dec 14). This all-you-can-eat buffet will include seasonal favorites like German Lebkuchen, freshly baked Christmas cookies, and more, in addition to their usual selection of cheeses, cold cuts, salads, pastries, and a DIY jianbing station. Further details can be found here.
Date: 10am-2pm, Sun, Dec 14 Location: Zarah Price: All-you-can-eat RMB 228; all-you-can-eat with three hours of free-flow drinks RMB 388; kids' brunch RMB 98 (ages 6-12) Reservations: 010 8403 9807
Festive Offerings From The Peninsula
The Peninsula will present several festive feasts, including a Six-Course French Menu and an exclusive Six-Course Fixed Basque Journey Menu at their Michelin-Starred restaurant Jing on Dec 24 and 25. They are also offering a Turkey Delivery Set that serves four to five people, complete with a whole turkey, five sides, cranberry sauce, and a red wine sauce.
Six-Course Festive Feasts Date: Dec 24-25 Location: Jing Price: From RMB 2,388 per person Reservations: 010 8516 2888
Turkey Delivery Set Date: Now-Dec 27 Location: The Peninsula Price: RMB 1,388 Reservations: 010 8516 2888
Christmas Offerings From China World Summit Wing
China World Summit Wing is presenting several Christmas offerings this year. They will have Christmas Set Menus for Two available at Grill 79 and The Lounge on Dec 24 and 25, each including an appetizer, main course, soup, dessert, and drinks. They will also provide various delivery sets: a 5-7kg Whole Roasted Turkey Set, a 2-2.2kg Honey Roasted Ham Set, a 1kg Turkey Drumsticks Set, and a 1.7kg Roast Chicken Set, all coming with seven side dishes and two sauces. The complete details of their Christmas offerings can be found here.
Grill 79 Christmas Set Menu Date: Dec 24-25, 11.30am-2pm & 5.30pm-10pm Location: Grill 79 Price: RMB 2,888 for two Reservations: 010 8571 6459
The Lounge Christmas Set Menu Date: Dec 24, 6pm-8pm & 8.30pm-10.30pm; Dec 25, 6pm-10.30pm Location: The Lounge Price: RMB 1,888 for two Reservations: 010 8571 6459
Date: Now-Dec 25 Location: China World Summit Wing Price: 5-7kg Whole Roasted Turkey Set (RMB 1,088); 2-2.2kg Honey Roasted Ham Set (RMB 400); 1kg Turkey Drumsticks Set (RMB 428); 1.7kg Roast Chicken Set (RMB 328) Reservations: 010 8571 6459
Festive Delights From Beersmith
Beersmith offers a variety of festive options, including their signature Slow Roasted Turkey Sets, featuring a 7.5kg turkey and your choice of six trimmings from a selection of eight, served with Giblet Gravy and Cranberry Sauce. They also provide a Single Slow Roasted Turkey for those looking for just the turkey, as well as smaller or less traditional options like a Slow Roasted Turkey Roll, a Whole Roast BBQ Turkey Leg, Christmas Ham, and a Christmas Snack Platter.
Date: Now-Dec 31 Location: Beersmith Price: Slow Roasted Turkey Set (RMB 1,288); Single Roasted Turkey (
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Christmas is quickly nearing, which means it's the perfect moment to begin organizing your holiday meal!