Conrad Maldives Rangali Island celebrates the Lunar New Year with an ensemble of enchanting activities and sumptuous culinary experiences from the 7th to the 14th of February, promising guests an unforgettable celebration that blends tradition and island charm. 

The resort will mark the auspicious occasion at Ufaa by Jereme Leung, the first authentic  Chinese restaurant in the Maldives, featuring a curated 8-course Chinese menu of authentic favourites available throughout the festivities. The restaurant will be adorned with festive decorations, offering an immersive ambience where guests can experience the rich heritage of Chinese culture. A lavish beachfront buffet dinner on the 9th of February to welcome the  Lunar New Year will be a feast for the senses, highlighted by Yu Sheng – also known as  Prosperity Toss, a Lunar New Year traditional dish involving raw fish, colourful shredded vegetables and condiments, often enjoyed in a prosperity toss, symbolizing abundance and good fortune. 

Guests can anticipate an array of activities, including lantern and kite-making workshops, traditional noodle and dumpling cooking classes, special rejuvenating spa treatments and guided meditation classes, and beach volleyball and tennis tournaments. Additionally, the popular Karaoke Lounge at Ufaa will provide guests with more entertainment options to enjoy their evenings. 

Culminating the culinary journey of the celebration is the esteemed visit of celebrity chef  Jereme Leung from February 16th to 20th. Renowned for his culinary expertise and innovative approach to Chinese cuisine, Chef Jereme Leung will curate an exclusive menu showcasing  Lunar New Year specialities at Ufaa by Jereme Leung. During his week-long residency, Chef Jereme will offer exclusive chef’s table dinners, interactive cooking classes, and live cooking demonstrations that will indulge guests in a gastronomic journey. 

Chef Jereme is the culinary expert behind the resort’s award-winning restaurant Ufaa by  Jereme Leung, the first authentic Chinese restaurant in the Maldives. Ufaa (which means ‘happiness’ in Dhivehi) offers an innovative Chinese culinary experience that highlights the iconic flavours from the distinctive cultures and provinces across China. 

The restaurant offers fresh, handcrafted noodles, exquisite dim sums, and special set dinners featuring locally sourced ingredients such as Maldivian lobster and fresh produce from the resort’s Hydroponic garden. Ufaa features a harmonious blend of comfort and tradition within the serene island ambience.  

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is part of Hilton Honors®, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 22 world-class brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay,  an exclusive member discount that can’t be found anywhere else and free standard WiFi.  Members also have access to contactless technology exclusively through the industry-leading  Hilton Honors mobile app, where Hilton Honors members can check-in, choose their room and access their room using Digital Key. 

For more information or to book your Lunar New Year experience, please visit  www.conradmaldives.com, email mlehi.maldives@conradhotels.com, or contact +960  6680629.