A crayfish-inspired collaboration with local culinary iconic IP Juwei Quji
Changsha, China, 27 April 2026 – Maqo Changsha launched a cross-industry collaboration with Juwei Quji, a celebrated restaurant group in Changsha renowned for its local cuisine. Themed 'A New Gathering for Flavour’, the partnership introduces a limited-time collaborative set menu that bridges contemporary social dining with vibrant street culture, offering tastemakers and globally minded guests a locally inspired dining experience.
This collaboration is a vivid expression of Maqo Changsha's brand philosophy, 'The Editor's Choice'. Guided by its commitment to being 'Perfectly Curated' and 'Locally Rooted', the hotel has forged a deep partnership with Juwei Quji that runs from sourcing to serving. Together, both parties have worked to seamlessly integrate Juwei Quji's signature crayfish – emblematic of the fresh flavours of Changsha – into a Western culinary context, yielding a series of bold and inventive dishes. More than a culinary fusion, this collaboration unites an urban destination with authentic local culture in a meaningful way. It elevates the taste of Changsha beyond the streets and alleys, creating a lifestyle experience to be shared. Through this partnership, the hotel's spaces resonate deeply with local food culture, offering guests a stay and dining journey that feels both familiar and full of surprises.
A Crayfish-inspired Culinary Journey
This collaborative menu is a celebration of our 'Cuisine and Culture' experience. Drawing on Juwei Quji's signature fresh crayfish, the menu breaks from convention to create a vibrant meeting of Eastern and Western flavours, with ingenuity in every dish. The Crayfish and Mango Salad appetiser is a creative textural experiment, pairing the peppery freshness of arugula with the sweetness of ripe mango. The Spicy Crayfish Pasta main course coats each strand in a bold, spicy tomato sauce for a daring flavour adventure. The set also includes a choice of one of three signature snacks: crispy fried chicken wings dusted with Hunan chilli powder; Mexican-style tacos combining crayfish and cod; or the Cocktail Sauce Crayfish Crispy Chicken Burger, which brings together crayfish and a crispy chicken patty for a doubly satisfying bite.
A Limited-Time Crayfish-Inspired Collaboration
E.D.I.T. x Juwei Quji collaborative set menu is priced at ¥588 per set and is ideal for two to three guests to share from 1 April to 31 October 2026 and is served daily from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Join us at E.D.I.T. on the eighth floor of Maqo Changsha, and share this creative, cross-cultural, locally-rooted flavour experience with friends in a space built for inspiration.
GHA DISCOVERY has also introduced a new feature allowing members to easily redeem DISCOVERY Dollars (D$) at participating hotels by booking directly via website or app. This simplifies the check-out process and ensures every D$ is used with ease and flexibility. Guests are encouraged to pair this culinary journey with a spontaneous 'Star City' getaway – discovering the vibrant life of Changsha by day and gathering around Maqo’s creative table by night.
For more information or reservations, please visit here or dial hotel directly at 86 731 8296 8888.
To register as a Maqo DISCOVERY or GHA DISCOVERY member, please click here.
About Maqo Changsha
Located in Tower Two of Changsha's iconic International Finance Square (IFS), Maqo Changsha features 286 well-designed guest rooms, restaurant, bar, shared workspace, and a fitness centre. Embracing the brand philosophy of 'only better is better', the hotel provides guests with unique local and cultural experiences centred on the theme of social vibrancy.
E.D.I.T. is an all-day restaurant where guests can curate meals creating memorable dining experiences. E.D.I.T. 2 GO serves as a convenient take-away point via its food truck, offering bites and beverages. MiXR bar brings evenings to life with musicians, beat makers, performances, and live music. THE LAB, fusing a gallery atmosphere with a co-working space, provides an inspiring setting to work, mingle with friends, or wind down with drinks and snacks. PWR ZONE fitness centre offers a comprehensive range of facilities, including a gym, a yoga studio, and a 360-degree fitness studio.
About Maqo
Maqo is a fresh take on a premium lifestyle hotel brand for modern-day global citizens who are attracted to the mindset, and sense of belonging Maqo provides. Believing that only better is better, professionals expertly edit art and culture programmes, food and drink offerings, music playlists and wellness concepts to provoke and inspire guests with every stay. Maqo is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. Visit maqohotels.com or Instagram.
About GHA and GHA DISCOVERY
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world's largest alliance of independent hotel brands with 50 brands and over 950 hotels in 100 countries. Its award-winning loyalty programme – GHA DISCOVERY – provides 34 million members with recognition, D$ rewards and exclusive experiences across its hotels and partners, both with and without a stay. GHA DISCOVERY generated US$2.7 billion in member hotel revenue and 11 million room nights in 2024. Through membership in GHA, brands expand their global reach, drive incremental revenue and reduce dependence on third-party channels, all while maintaining management independence and individual positioning.
For more information, visit globalhotelalliance.com or ghadiscovery.com.
This collaboration is a vivid expression of Maqo Changsha's brand philosophy, 'The Editor's Choice'. Guided by its commitment to being 'Perfectly Curated' and 'Locally Rooted', the hotel has forged a deep partnership with Juwei Quji that runs from sourcing to serving. Together, both parties have worked to seamlessly integrate Juwei Quji's signature crayfish – emblematic of the fresh flavours of Changsha – into a Western culinary context, yielding a series of bold and inventive dishes. More than a culinary fusion, this collaboration unites an urban destination with authentic local culture in a meaningful way. It elevates the taste of Changsha beyond the streets and alleys, creating a lifestyle experience to be shared. Through this partnership, the hotel's spaces resonate deeply with local food culture, offering guests a stay and dining journey that feels both familiar and full of surprises.
A Crayfish-inspired Culinary Journey
This collaborative menu is a celebration of our 'Cuisine and Culture' experience. Drawing on Juwei Quji's signature fresh crayfish, the menu breaks from convention to create a vibrant meeting of Eastern and Western flavours, with ingenuity in every dish. The Crayfish and Mango Salad appetiser is a creative textural experiment, pairing the peppery freshness of arugula with the sweetness of ripe mango. The Spicy Crayfish Pasta main course coats each strand in a bold, spicy tomato sauce for a daring flavour adventure. The set also includes a choice of one of three signature snacks: crispy fried chicken wings dusted with Hunan chilli powder; Mexican-style tacos combining crayfish and cod; or the Cocktail Sauce Crayfish Crispy Chicken Burger, which brings together crayfish and a crispy chicken patty for a doubly satisfying bite.
A Limited-Time Crayfish-Inspired Collaboration
E.D.I.T. x Juwei Quji collaborative set menu is priced at ¥588 per set and is ideal for two to three guests to share from 1 April to 31 October 2026 and is served daily from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Join us at E.D.I.T. on the eighth floor of Maqo Changsha, and share this creative, cross-cultural, locally-rooted flavour experience with friends in a space built for inspiration.
GHA DISCOVERY has also introduced a new feature allowing members to easily redeem DISCOVERY Dollars (D$) at participating hotels by booking directly via website or app. This simplifies the check-out process and ensures every D$ is used with ease and flexibility. Guests are encouraged to pair this culinary journey with a spontaneous 'Star City' getaway – discovering the vibrant life of Changsha by day and gathering around Maqo’s creative table by night.
For more information or reservations, please visit here or dial hotel directly at 86 731 8296 8888.
To register as a Maqo DISCOVERY or GHA DISCOVERY member, please click here.
About Maqo Changsha
Located in Tower Two of Changsha's iconic International Finance Square (IFS), Maqo Changsha features 286 well-designed guest rooms, restaurant, bar, shared workspace, and a fitness centre. Embracing the brand philosophy of 'only better is better', the hotel provides guests with unique local and cultural experiences centred on the theme of social vibrancy.
E.D.I.T. is an all-day restaurant where guests can curate meals creating memorable dining experiences. E.D.I.T. 2 GO serves as a convenient take-away point via its food truck, offering bites and beverages. MiXR bar brings evenings to life with musicians, beat makers, performances, and live music. THE LAB, fusing a gallery atmosphere with a co-working space, provides an inspiring setting to work, mingle with friends, or wind down with drinks and snacks. PWR ZONE fitness centre offers a comprehensive range of facilities, including a gym, a yoga studio, and a 360-degree fitness studio.
About Maqo
Maqo is a fresh take on a premium lifestyle hotel brand for modern-day global citizens who are attracted to the mindset, and sense of belonging Maqo provides. Believing that only better is better, professionals expertly edit art and culture programmes, food and drink offerings, music playlists and wellness concepts to provoke and inspire guests with every stay. Maqo is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. Visit maqohotels.com or Instagram.
About GHA and GHA DISCOVERY
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world's largest alliance of independent hotel brands with 50 brands and over 950 hotels in 100 countries. Its award-winning loyalty programme – GHA DISCOVERY – provides 34 million members with recognition, D$ rewards and exclusive experiences across its hotels and partners, both with and without a stay. GHA DISCOVERY generated US$2.7 billion in member hotel revenue and 11 million room nights in 2024. Through membership in GHA, brands expand their global reach, drive incremental revenue and reduce dependence on third-party channels, all while maintaining management independence and individual positioning.
For more information, visit globalhotelalliance.com or ghadiscovery.com.
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