When century-old Cantonese culinary craft meets Switzerland’s world-renowned luxury skincare art, a dialogue transcending dining, aesthetics, and lifestyle unfolds. From 1 August to 30 September 2026, Ming Juan Lou, the Michelin-recommended Chinese restaurant at InterContinental Taichung, partners with Swiss luxury skincare house La Prairie to present The Cantonese Jewel Box – A Collection of Twelve Cantonese Treasures, an exclusive dining collaboration inspired by La Prairie’s iconic Skin Caviar Collection. Bringing together Cantonese culinary artistry and Swiss luxury craftsmanship, the collaboration reinterprets the values of precision, refinement, and timeless elegance through an immersive dining experience where cuisine, art, and lifestyle converge.
Hailing from Switzerland, La Prairie is guided by its brand philosophy, “Mastery of Time, Eternal Beauty,” combining rare ingredients, pioneering skincare innovation, and timeless luxury. Its iconic Skin Caviar Collection serves as the inspiration behind this exclusive collaboration, symbolizing La Prairie’s relentless pursuit of ultimate quality and eternal beauty. Although rooted in different disciplines, Ming Juan Lou and La Prairie share a common belief: true luxury is shaped by time, perfected through craftsmanship, and defined by uncompromising attention to detail. Whether it is an intricate Cantonese dim sum crafted through elaborate steps or skincare technology refined over years of research, both embody the artisan spirit and the pursuit of perfection. Through this inaugural collaboration, both brands use culinary art as a language and aesthetics as a bridge to curate an exquisite lifestyle experience that goes beyond dining itself.
Where Craftsmanship Meets Timeless Beauty | Twelve Creations in Dialogue Between Craftsmanship & Aesthetics
The Cantonese Jewel Box is far more than an assortment of twelve Cantonese dim sum pieces; it is a piece of tabletop artwork co-created through the first-ever cross-industry collaboration between Ming Juan Lou and La Prairie. Drawing inspiration from the rarity, precision, and eternal beauty represented by La Prairie’s signature Skin Caviar Collection, the executive Chinese culinary team at Ming Juan Lou translates the brand’s essence into delicate dishes through Cantonese knife skills, folding crafts, shaping, and precise heat control. From ingredient selection and preparation to presentation, every dish undergoes elaborate processes and continuous refinement—sculpted layer by layer like fine jewelry—demonstrating both brands’ shared commitment to excellence and aesthetic details.
The number “Twelve” symbolizes the flow of the four seasons as well as completeness, harmony, and abundance; “Treasures” represent not only rare ingredients, but also the enduring craft values worth treasuring through time. Inspired by the concept of a treasured jewel box, the executive Chinese chef carefully curated twelve handcrafted Cantonese creations and a signature double-boiled soup, treating each piece as a treasured artwork to be appreciated. The moment guests lift the lid, they encounter not only a Cantonese feast, but an immersive celebration of craftsmanship, culture, and contemporary luxury.
The Cantonese Jewel Box Handcrafted Creations
Designed around the concept of a jewel box, The Cantonese Jewel Box features twelve handcrafted Cantonese creations and a signature double-boiled soup, showcasing the rich variety of Cantonese craftsmanship through diverse ingredients, shapes, and flavor profiles.
The translucent Salmon Leaf Dumpling with Butterfly Pea wraps sweet salmon filling in delicate pastry, exhibiting the fine folding art of Cantonese dim sum. The Supreme Garden Vegetable Dumpling and Emerald Jade Gourd Dumpling draw on natural vegetable colors and elegant flavors to present the pure essence and layers of ingredients. Symbolizing the spirit of this collaboration, the Caviar Jade Roll subtlely echoes the rare and luxurious essence of La Prairie’s iconic Skin Caviar Collection, translating the quest for rarity and subtlety into elegant dining flavors. The Golden Abalone Tart pairs succulent abalone with a crisp tart shell for distinct, harmonious layers. The Truffle Crystal Dumpling showcases the subtle depth of Cantonese aesthetics through a translucent wrapper and rich truffle aroma. Meanwhile, the Crispy Lychee Prawn Ball, golden on the outside and tender within, highlights the intricate craftsmanship of Cantonese dim sum in both presentation and texture.
Furthermore, classic Cantonese dim sum selections and signature creations express Ming Juan Lou’s respect for Cantonese culture and innovation through traditional auspicious symbolism, classic techniques, and contemporary flavor interpretations. Finally, the feast concludes on a warm, lingering note with the Chef’s Signature Double-Boiled Soup, prepared according to traditional slow-simmering Cantonese techniques.
From the pleats of a dumpling and the delicate touch of caviar to the overall table presentation, The Cantonese Jewel Box aims for more than a balance of flavors—it offers a complete experience of craftsmanship, aesthetics, and refined taste. Just as La Prairie explores eternal beauty through science and art, Ming Juan Lou creates enduring classics through Cantonese culinary craftsmanship refined over time. Expressed through different creative languages, both brands reaffirm their shared dedication to quality, detail, and the value of time, elevating this collaboration beyond a meal into a luxurious dialogue worth savoring.
Event Information
The Cantonese Jewel Box – A Collection of Twelve Cantonese Treasures
- Period | 1 August – 30 September 2026
- Venue | Ming Juan Lou, InterContinental Taichung (2F)
- Price | NT$1,888 + 10% per set (Limited quantities available, while supplies last)
An Elevated Dining Experience & Exclusive Privileges
- To extend the luxury lifestyle aesthetic of this collaboration, guests ordering the limited-time menu at Ming Juan Lou from 1 August to 30 September 2026 will receive a complimentary La Prairie Skin Caviar Gift Set, available while supplies last.
- La Prairie VIP guests booking through the brand’s exclusive invitation will also enjoy The Prairie Bloom, a signature welcome cocktail created exclusively for the collaboration. Blending peach tea with peach liqueur, the cocktail offers an elegant introduction to the dining experience, echoing the elegance, purity, and balance championed by La Prairie while adding a refined sense of ceremony to the table.
From the welcome drink and chef creations to the brand gifts, every detail centers around a single philosophy: allowing guests not only to savor fine food, but to immerse themselves in a complete experience uniting gastronomy, art, and lifestyle, embodying the grace and sophistication of luxury brands.
Reservation Information:
- Phone Reservation: +886 4-2324-6316
- Online Reservation: Book a Table at Ming Juan Lou