Shang Palace presents timeless tradition and modern craft in rice dumplings

This Dragon Boat Festival, Michelin-starred Shang Palace at Kowloon Shangri-La honours tradition with a refined selection of handcrafted rice dumplings, each one a tribute to Cantonese heritage and culinary craftsmanship. Wrapped in lotus leaves and steeped in symbolism, these delicacies bring together the flavours of land and sea in celebration of the season.

Leading the festive offering is chef Gordon Leung, corporate Chinese chef (Hong Kong) of the Shangri-La Group, alongside the acclaimed Shang Palace culinary team. At the heart of the collection is the signature Shang Palace sticky rice dumpling (HK$378), generously filled with abalone, dried scallop, roasted pork, and salted egg yolk. Rich in texture and umami, it’s a modern expression of a centuries-old tradition, thoughtfully composed and unmistakably Cantonese.

Available for a limited time, this year’s dumplings blend time-honoured technique with elevated ingredients, inviting guests to savour the spirit of the festival in every bite.

(Photo: courtesy of Shang Palace)

(Photo: courtesy of Shang Palace)

Shang Palace continues its celebration of Dragon Boat Festival with a curated selection of rice dumplings that honour regional traditions and showcase artisanal finesse. Among the highlights is the Taiwanese sticky rice dumpling (HK$198), a tribute to authentic Hakka flavours. Filled with roasted pork, preserved radish, dried shrimp and mushrooms, it delivers a savoury, glutinous texture with layers of umami and crunch.

For those seeking a sweet finale, the 30-year tangerine peel and sweetened red bean paste dumpling (HK$138) offers a mellow, aromatic balance. Wrapped in fragrant leaves, its citrus notes and silken texture bring gentle complexity and a lingering finish that is refined, festive and unmistakably Shang Palace.

Presented in elegant boxes designed for gifting and sharing, Shang Palace’s rice dumplings capture both the spirit and sentiment of the season. Discover the full collection at the Shangri-La Boutique.