Wuhan, China, 21 September 2026 —As autumn settles over Wuhan and the tea begins to warm. This September, Marco Polo Wuhan has refreshed the all-you-can-eat Cantonese dim sum lunch at Cui Xiang on the second floor, bringing the refinement of southern Cantonese dim sum and the familiar street-food flavours of Wuhan to the same table, and inviting guests to rediscover the midday meal at the leisurely pace of yum cha.
On the Cantonese side, each bamboo steamer presents a single speciality: har gow with a translucent wrapper and springy prawns; siu mai, plump and rounded, its juices cleanly balanced; chicken feet and pork ribs slow-steamed in black bean sauce, mellow in colour and seasoned to the bone. The steam rising from the baskets carries the fragrance of wheat and meat, composing the classic Cantonese opening of ‘one pot of tea, two baskets of dim sum’. The chef’s personal selection also includes a special serving of braised abalone over rice: carefully chosen abalone simmered until tender yet springy, ladled over rice whose grains remain distinct, so that the sauce permeates and the savour is deep and full-bodied.
On the Wuhan side, the menu returns to familiar local memories: Hubei-style doupi, glutinous rice with a delicately charred edge; the city’s small mianwo, crisp outside and hollow within; pan-fried guotie with a golden base; and Wuhan-style shaomai sealed with glutinous rice and diced pork, bridging the boundary between ‘Guozao’, the local breakfast ritual, and afternoon tea. Desserts accommodate both traditions: chilled mango sago with pomelo and coconut milk, rich in fruit and smoothly rounded, provides a honeyed conclusion; while osmanthus rice wine, lightly sweet and gently warming, carries the autumn of the river city, so that guests who take little sugar or no alcohol may still enjoy a lightly sweet, refreshing bowl.
Cui Xiang Chinese Restaurant serves Cantonese and regional dishes crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients, complemented by Chinese rice wines or other refreshments. The restaurant has 88 comfortable seats and three elegantly appointed private dining rooms, and serves lunch and dinner, offering an excellent setting in which to enjoy authentic, creative Cantonese cuisine and Hubei-inspired dishes. The all-you-can-eat dim sum lunch is priced at RMB 128 per person. Serving hours are 11 am to 2.30 pm, and reservations may be made by telephone on 027 8275 8070 or via the hotel WeChat Mall.
About Marco Polo Wuhan
Located in the prime commercial area on Yanjiang Avenue, Marco Polo Wuhan features 356 rooms, function spaces, as well as three restaurants and bars overlooking Yangtze River. Blending modern aesthetics with Chinese touches, the hotel is the ideal place to begin your exploration of the capital of Hubei province.
About Marco Polo Hotels
Marco Polo Hotels’ premium hotels in Hong Kong SAR, Mainland China and the Philippines reflect the adventurous ethos of their namesake – Marco Polo. Located in key destinations, each property is active in their community, committed to sustainability, and a central hub for gatherings and meaningful local experiences. The brand is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. Visit marcopolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.
About GHA and GHA DISCOVERY
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands with over 60 brands and 1,000 hotels across 100 countries. Its award-winning loyalty programme – GHA DISCOVERY – provides 38 million members with recognition, D$ rewards and exclusive experiences across its hotels and partners, both with and without a stay.
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.
On the Cantonese side, each bamboo steamer presents a single speciality: har gow with a translucent wrapper and springy prawns; siu mai, plump and rounded, its juices cleanly balanced; chicken feet and pork ribs slow-steamed in black bean sauce, mellow in colour and seasoned to the bone. The steam rising from the baskets carries the fragrance of wheat and meat, composing the classic Cantonese opening of ‘one pot of tea, two baskets of dim sum’. The chef’s personal selection also includes a special serving of braised abalone over rice: carefully chosen abalone simmered until tender yet springy, ladled over rice whose grains remain distinct, so that the sauce permeates and the savour is deep and full-bodied.
On the Wuhan side, the menu returns to familiar local memories: Hubei-style doupi, glutinous rice with a delicately charred edge; the city’s small mianwo, crisp outside and hollow within; pan-fried guotie with a golden base; and Wuhan-style shaomai sealed with glutinous rice and diced pork, bridging the boundary between ‘Guozao’, the local breakfast ritual, and afternoon tea. Desserts accommodate both traditions: chilled mango sago with pomelo and coconut milk, rich in fruit and smoothly rounded, provides a honeyed conclusion; while osmanthus rice wine, lightly sweet and gently warming, carries the autumn of the river city, so that guests who take little sugar or no alcohol may still enjoy a lightly sweet, refreshing bowl.
Cui Xiang Chinese Restaurant serves Cantonese and regional dishes crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients, complemented by Chinese rice wines or other refreshments. The restaurant has 88 comfortable seats and three elegantly appointed private dining rooms, and serves lunch and dinner, offering an excellent setting in which to enjoy authentic, creative Cantonese cuisine and Hubei-inspired dishes. The all-you-can-eat dim sum lunch is priced at RMB 128 per person. Serving hours are 11 am to 2.30 pm, and reservations may be made by telephone on 027 8275 8070 or via the hotel WeChat Mall.
About Marco Polo Wuhan
Located in the prime commercial area on Yanjiang Avenue, Marco Polo Wuhan features 356 rooms, function spaces, as well as three restaurants and bars overlooking Yangtze River. Blending modern aesthetics with Chinese touches, the hotel is the ideal place to begin your exploration of the capital of Hubei province.
About Marco Polo Hotels
Marco Polo Hotels’ premium hotels in Hong Kong SAR, Mainland China and the Philippines reflect the adventurous ethos of their namesake – Marco Polo. Located in key destinations, each property is active in their community, committed to sustainability, and a central hub for gatherings and meaningful local experiences. The brand is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. Visit marcopolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.
About GHA and GHA DISCOVERY
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands with over 60 brands and 1,000 hotels across 100 countries. Its award-winning loyalty programme – GHA DISCOVERY – provides 38 million members with recognition, D$ rewards and exclusive experiences across its hotels and partners, both with and without a stay.
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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