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A Chinese candy box (全 盒, or chuen hup/zan hup) is a traditional box used during Chinese New Year for storing candy and other edible goods. Its existence dates as far back as the Ming Dynasty in 1567. [1] The box usually has a lid; some are more fancy and elaborate than others. Lunar New Year candy boxes: Every Lunar New Year, Chinese families stock their red and gold candy boxes with specific "fortune" treats, which symbolize wealth, happiness and luck. Click on to find Chinese New Year candy is a cherished part of Lunar New Year celebrations, symbolizing sweetness and prosperity for the coming year. Traditional candies include lucky candy, White Rabbit, and various nuts and dried fruits, often presented in decorative candy boxes. This is one of the more traditional items; we usually place these brightly-dyed, lucky-red seeds in the center of the tray. The word for "seed" and "son" (or "offspring") contain the same Chinese The colourful, multi-compartment box filled with sweets, fruits, nuts and seeds is a fixture in Chinese households during Lunar New Year, but what do the different snacks symbolise, and what Although the storage box for snacks has appeared long ago, the name "Chinese candy box" can be traced back to the Ming Dynasty's record of "Zuan box". The traditional whole box is made of lacquer wood or porcelain, and now most of it is made of plastic. Published: 2014-01-27 It's that time of the year for the most important Chinese Festival of the whole year: Chinese New Year, or 中國農曆新年! A festive time filled with wintery skies, red packets (紅包), relatives (and more relatives!), feasts (and more feasts!), the all important color Red and visiting old friends. This time I decided that I should filled it the traditional way with dried fruits, nuts, and candies. I figured that a Chinese New Year Candy Box would sound more interesting to people unfamiliar with the Chinese New Year celebrations. I am glad to say that the group really enjoyed reading the symbolism of each snack. A typical Lunar New Year candy box has eight compartments – a number associated with wealth in Chinese culture – but it can have anywhere between four to 12 compartments. As aforementioned, it is filled with traditional goodies such as Chinese dried sweets, fruits, nuts and seeds; all of which have their own auspicious symbolism. The candy box is also called the “complete box” or “tray of togetherness”, which means that you’ll have everything in abundance for the upcoming new year. You won’t find an empty candy box during the new year as it’s bad luck. The Chinese New Year candy box is usually a shade of red or black with golden details, and has several In Chinese culture, lotus roots are also associated with abundance, which is why they appear in various forms at feasts. Candied lotus roots became a staple in the Chinese New Year candy box, for their symbolic wish for prosperity and harmony. The sweetened version of this root aligns with the tradition of offering sweets to usher in good luck We have picked three New Year gift boxes from Kee Wah Bakery for 2025, making your holiday gift preparation effortless! Joyous Assorted Chinese New Year Gift Box. The traditional Lunar New Year candy box, meaning “to gather”, signifies completeness and perfection. The Tray of Togetherness (Chinese New Year Candy Box) is a pretty container with 6 to 8 compartments filled with candy, seeds, and nuts. The food items in each compartment are carefully selected to symbolize a desirable attribute for the coming year. These foods are chosen because they are homonyms or they sound like an auspicious word. Little ones or not, we adore the Chinese New Year chuen hup, or traditional candy box, portion of the traditional holiday. A bright red circular box set enticingly open upon coffee tables, filled with all kinds of sweet and savoury treats — everyone has their favourite (mine’s my grandmother’s nougat!). Laumiere Gourmet Fruits – Lunar New Year Collection Rectangle 2 Lbs with Hong Bao, Chinese New Year Gift Box, Good Luck Candy, CNY 2025 (887) $ 59.95 Chinese New Years Party Favors Butter Mints Year 2025 Candies Bag 100 Count Individually Wrapped New Year's Lucky Mint Candy 13 Ounce Bags Goody Treats Sweets Holiday Dinner Supplies Decorations Creative Rotating Dried Fruit Box Living Room Household Candy Box Nut Box Chinese New Year Snack Storage Box Snack Box Candy Plate $39.96 $ 39 . 96 FREE delivery Feb 6 - 18 A typical Lunar New Year candy box has eight compartments – a number associated with wealth in Chinese culture – but it can have anywhere between four to 12 compartments. As aforementioned, it is filled with traditional goodies such as Chinese dried sweets, fruits, nuts and seeds; all of which have their own auspicious symbolism. Chinese New Year is around the corner, and Young Post is here to help you sort out a family gathering must-have: the candy box! Should you go sweet or savory? Traditional or modern? Expensive or Chinese New Year. Chinese New Year is accompanied by a variety of candies, often found in bright red boxes to signify good fortune. One favorite is the candied winter melon, which represents growth and sweetness. These candies are often placed in candy trays known as ‘Tray of Togetherness’ and shared with guests.
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