Event

Celebrate a bounteous spring at Mid Valley Megamall! This Chinese New Year, the mall is transformed into a magnificent floral sanctuary in the theme of “Bountiful Blossoms”: thousands of flowers border lattice work inspired by oriental bird cages to signify fortune, wealth and abundance. Themed booths offer everything from festive promotions to trinkets, decorations, stylish apparel and festive delicacies in celebration of the season! Whilst you shop, cultural performances and workshops will delight your senses. The festivities are brought to you exclusively with HSBC until 25th February 2018, only at Mid Valley Megamall.

ACROBATIC LION DANCE
Location: Centre Court
Chinese New Year will not be complete without thrilling lion dance performances!

27 Jan 2018 (Sat), 12.00pm
28 Jan 2018 (Sun), 12.00pm
31 Jan 2018 (Wed) , 12.00pm & 7.00pm
01 Feb 2018 (Thurs), 12.00pm
03 Feb 2018 (Sat), 12.00pm
08 Feb 2018 (Thurs), 11.30am
10 Feb 2018 (Sat), 12.00pm & 7.00pm
11 Feb 2018 (Sun), 12.00pm & 7.00pm
15 Feb 2018 (Thurs), 12.00pm
16 Feb 2018 (Fri), 12.00pm & 7.00pm
17 Feb 2018 (Sat), 12.00pm & 7.00pm
18 Feb 2018 (Sun), 12.00pm & 7.00pm
19 Feb 2018 (Mon), 12.00pm & 7.00pm
20 Feb 2018 (Tue), 12.00pm & 7.00pm
21 Feb 2018 (Wed), 12.00pm & 7.00pm
24 Feb 2018 (Sat), 12.00pm & 7.00pm
25 Feb 2018 (Sun), 12.00pm

HANDS PERCUSSION & LION DANCE
Location: Centre Court
Deep, rhythmic drums will echo your heartbeat in this exciting performance.

22 Feb 2018 (Thu), 11.00am

THE ORIENTAL ODYSSEY
Location: Centre Court
This traditional 4-piece ensemble will entertain you with sweet tunes as you browse all the festive booths!

15 Feb 2018 (Thu), 3.00pm
16 Feb 2018 (Fri), 3.00pm
17 Feb 2018 (Sat), 3.00pm

THE ORIENTAL ODYSSEY
Location: South Court
This traditional 4-piece ensemble will entertain you with sweet tunes as you browse all the festive booths!

27 Jan 2018 (Sat), 7.00pm
03 Feb 2018 (Sat), 7.00pm
11 Feb 2018 (Sun), 3.00pm
24 Feb 2018 (Sat), 3.00pm
25 Feb 2018 (Sun), 3.00pm

THE ORIENTAL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
Location: Centre Court
Traditional instruments playing nostalgic tunes to usher in the mood for Chinese New Year.

04 Feb 2018 (Sun), 12.00pm
10 Feb 2018 (Sat), 3.00pm
18 Feb 2018 (Sun), 3.00pm
22 Feb 2018 (Thu), 7.00pm

GARLIC STEAMED PRAWNS

INGREDIENTS

Large prawns - 16 pieces
Garlic - 20 Cloves
Chili Padi - 10 pieces
Shao Xing Wine – 1 tablespoon each prawn
Soy Sauce- 3 tablespoons
Cooking Oil - 4 tablespoons
Scallions – 1 bunch
Salt & Sugar – To taste (Optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare the raw ingredients:
1. Devein the prawns. Butterfly it after cleaning the prawns. Devein and butterfly cleaned prawns.
2. Mince Garlic – set aside.
3. Chop the scallions and chilies – set aside
4. Heat oil in a frying pan.
5. Pan fry the garlic. Add in soy sauce then fry till fragrant. After that, cook for 1 minute and set aside
6. Arrange prawns on a dish. Drizzle Shao Xing Wine onto each prawn.
7. Place fried garlic on each prawn.
8. Prepare a wok with a steamer tray on top and cover. Bring water to a boil.
9. Place the dish of prawns into the steamer and steam for 10 minutes on high heat.
10. Once done, remove dish and top prawns with chopped scallions and chilies.
11. Heat 6 tablespoons of hot oil until shimmering, and pour over prawns before serving.
12. Garlic Steamed Prawns, ready to bring happiness to the whole family!