Taste Li Bai Handcrafted Rice Dumplings For Dragon Boat 2025

As the Dragon Boat Festival draws near, there’s no better way to honour this rich cultural tradition than by indulging in the season’s most beloved treat — the rice dumpling. From 1 to 31 May 2025, Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant invites you and your loved ones to celebrate with a decadent assortment of five meticulously handcrafted rice dumpling creations, available for both dine-in and takeaway.

Known for its refined Cantonese cuisine and impeccable craftsmanship, Li Bai elevates the Mid-Autumn Festival experience with three brand-new flavours this year, alongside two signature favourites. Whether you are a connoisseur of traditional recipes or an adventurer eager to savour innovative twists, these offerings promise a memorable culinary journey steeped in heritage and creativity.

Three New Flavours to Delight Your Palate

This 2025 season, Li Bai introduces an exciting trio of new rice dumpling flavours, each thoughtfully curated to surprise and delight your senses.

Teochew Beef Rice Dumpling ($48) emerges as a standout creation, generously filled with tender beef short ribs, salted egg, Chinese mushroom, braised peanut, barley, and preserved winter melon, all lovingly enrobed in glutinous rice. This hearty dumpling offers an exquisite balance of rich, savoury flavours with delightful textural contrasts, making it an irresistible choice for meat lovers.

For those who crave a bold and spicy kick, the Kung Pao Chicken and Morel Mushroom Rice Dumpling ($38) is an absolute must-try. This umami-packed delight features chicken, luxurious morel mushrooms, dried shrimp, conpoy, cashew nuts, couscous, Sichuan peppercorns, and dried chilli, weaving together a tapestry of spicy, nutty, and aromatic notes that ignite the palate.

Meanwhile, sweet-toothed aficionados will find joy in the Lotus Paste Kansui (Jianshui) Rice Dumpling ($38 for two). Wrapped with care, these delicate dumplings conceal a fragrant lotus paste centre, offering a gentle, sweet contrast to the predominantly savoury line-up. Perfect for ending your meal on a beautifully mellow note or as a mid-day festive treat.

Signature Classics for the Traditionalist at Heart

For those who revere time-honoured flavours, Li Bai’s signature creations remain a testament to the restaurant’s culinary excellence and respect for tradition.

The Traditional Rice Dumpling continues to win hearts with its abundance of premium ingredients. Packed with pork belly, roast duck, Chinese mushroom, chestnut, salted egg, conpoy, and dried shrimp, this dumpling offers a luxurious, hearty taste of classic Cantonese celebrations. It is available in two sizes — a large option at $58 or a regular portion at $68 for two pieces, ensuring there’s a perfect choice whether you’re feasting solo or sharing with family.

Another perennial favourite is the indulgent Abalone and Pumpkin Rice Dumpling ($58). A whole abalone takes centre stage in this exquisite creation, complemented by the natural sweetness of pumpkin, alongside Chinese mushroom, pork, salted egg, chestnut, conpoy, and mung bean. Each bite is a symphony of oceanic freshness and earthy richness, a fitting tribute to the Dragon Boat Festival’s spirit of abundance and prosperity.

Price List and Details

For your convenience, here’s a quick overview of this year’s tantalising rice dumpling offerings:

• Teochew Beef Rice Dumpling (潮州牛肉珍宝粽) – $48 (500g)

• Kung Pao Chicken and Morel Mushroom Rice Dumpling (宫保鸡丁羊肚菌粽) – $38 (500g)

• Lotus Paste Kansui (Jianshui) Rice Dumpling (莲蓉碱水粽) – $38 for two pieces (250g each)

• Abalone and Pumpkin Rice Dumpling (鲍鱼南瓜粽) – $58 (800g)

• Traditional Rice Dumpling (传统粿蒸粽) – Large: $58 (900g) / Regular: $68 for two pieces (450g each)

All prices are subject to prevailing government taxes. A service charge is applicable for dine-in orders.

How to Order

Ready to elevate your Dragon Boat Festival celebrations? You can place your orders by calling Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant at +65 6839 5623 or via email at libai@sheratonsingapore.com. For a seamless shopping experience, you can also order online through their official festive store at shopatsheratonfestive.com.

Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering at home, a thoughtful gift for loved ones, or a grand feast with colleagues, these artisanal rice dumplings promise to add a touch of opulence and heartfelt tradition to your festivities.