Hotel roundup
Food rave
The Singapore Food Festival will be held from Aug 1-10 at CBD International Cuisine of Grand Millennium Beijing. Visit CBD for a delicious celebration of Singapore's culinary heritage courtesy of the executive chef, Singaporean Charlie Chang. Indulge in a dinner buffet at 288 yuan ($46) per person. 010-8587-6888 Ext 3012
Le Meridien Hotels & Resorts is launching its first-ever global Le Meridien Eclair in partnership with award-winning pastry chefs. Le Royal Meridien Shanghai will offer 18 signature flavors as well as creations inspired by Shanghai and seasonal ingredients.
021-3318-9999
Jade on 36 of the Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai is presenting a new "sunset" dinner menu. Enjoy the view along with a customary toast, the amuse-bouche before the entree and petit fours after dessert.
021-6882-8888
Crowne Plaza Beijing Lido is inviting lovers to celebrate Chinese Valentine's Day on Aug 2 with a theme buffet dinner, including a bottle of wine for 527 yuan per couple. For the same price, the hotel is also offering one night in a superior room.
010-6437-3388
Swissotel Beijing is inviting guests to enjoy authentic Swiss cuisine on Aug 1, Switzerland's National Day. A 50-percent discount is offered for advance bookings for a minimum of four people.
010-6553-2288 Ext 2127
Suite specials
Sofitel Shanghai Hyland has introduced newly renovated deluxe rooms that blend French elegance with Shanghai culture and Chinese history. There are 145 deluxe classic rooms and 49 prestige suites.
021-6351-5888