CNY Mini Buffet Menu Ideas-Easy Dishes for Small Gatherings

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Hosting a small Chinese New Year gathering doesn’t mean you have to compromise on variety or festive flair. Mini buffet catering is the perfect solution for intimate reunions — offering traditional CNY favourites in convenient portions, without the stress of cooking or over-ordering.

Here are some easy CNY mini buffet menu ideas that work well for small groups, inspired by popular catering sets.

1. All-in-One CNY Mini Buffet (Simple & Affordable)

If you’re planning a cosy family reunion, Amici Events And Catering – 新春福到家团圆套餐 (Spring Festival Fortune Reunion Mini Buffet) is an easy all-in-one option with 7 fixed items, including:

• Signature Prosperity Tea-Smoked Salmon Yu Sheng

• Imperial Harvest Braised Mushroom & Chestnut Rice

• Golden Prosperity Crispy Seabass

• Lucky Fortune Stir-Fried Snow Peas & Carrots (Vegan)

• Orh Nee with Ginko Nut

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💰 $19.60/pax ($21.38 w/GST)

This mini buffet is ideal for 10 pax, fuss-free yet complete for a festive CNY meal.

2. Customisable Mini Buffet Sets (More Variety for Small Groups)

For gatherings with different preferences, ECreative Catering’s 10 Lucky Reunion Set is a flexible option where you choose 8 items + 2 fixed items (includes Fortune Platter and a Fa Cai starter option like Smoked Salmon Yu Sheng).

• Serves: 10–12 pax

• Price: $28.71/pax ($31.29 w/GST)

• Pick favourites across fish, chicken, prawns, carbs (fried rice/ee fu mee), Loh Han Chye, and dessert (e.g. mango pudding / cheng teng / yam paste).

Great for groups that want variety and easy crowd-pleasers for both adults and kids.

3. Vegetarian CNY Mini Buffet Options

or a lighter, meat-free celebration, Yeh Lai Siang’s Vegetarian Prosperity Mini Party is a solid pick with 8 fixed items + choose 1 hot dish + choose 1 dessert.

• Serves: 10 pax

• Price: $43.36/pax ($47.26 w/GST)

• Hot dish options include favourites like Luohan Mixed Vegetables, Sweet & Sour “Fish” Fillet, Oatmeal Mocked Prawn, or Vegetarian Ee Fu Noodles

• Dessert choices include Cheng Teng (hot/cold), Almond Jelly, or Iced Jelly & Mixed Fruits Cocktail

Great for mixed-diet gatherings that still want a festive CNY spread—minus the meat.

Tips for Choosing the Right CNY Mini Buffet

• Always include Yu Sheng for the full CNY experience

• Balance proteins, vegetables, and carbs to satisfy all guests

• Choose portion sizes based on group size to avoid excess food

• Opt for mini buffet catering for easy setup and minimal cleanup

Want more CNY mini buffet ideas? Browse FoodLine’s CNY Catering menus to compare sets, cuisines, and deals—then book early to secure your preferred slot.

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