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Usher in the Chinese New Year with a mouth-watering dinner menu at Soie, fine dining Chinese restaurant at the Sheraton Bahrain Hotel on Sunday and Monday.
With resplendent dŽcor and delicious dishes handpicked by its chefs especially for the occasion, Soie is one place to soak up the festive spirit. Indulge in batter fried lemon chicken, sautŽ prawns with chilly garlic sauce, sizzling beef with snow peas in oyster sauce and more!
Most of the dishes served during Chinese New Year are symbolic of something positive and hopeful.
e Chicken and fish, for example, symbolise happiness and prosperity, especially when served whole.
e Dishes made with oranges represent wealth and good fortune because they are China's most plentiful fruit.
e Noodles represent longevity: therefore, they should never be cut!
e Duck symbolises fidelity, while eggs signify fertility.
e Bean curd or tofu, however, is avoided because its white color suggests death and misfortune.
For more information on Soie call the Sheraton Bahrain Hotel on 17533533.
The Gulf Hotel will also be celebrating the Chinese New Year with a special event at the China Garden restaurant from Saturday until February 6. For details contact 17713000.
