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We have your guide to throwing an awesome Chinese New Year party. The Chinese New Year is one of China's most important holidays. Celebrate with traditional colors, symbols and, of course, food. Invited to a Chinese New Year party? Avoid being an unlucky guest. Learn the do's & don'ts. Once you know the basics, everyone is in for a fun time. Mark your calendar for February 10, 2024, because this year (the year of the Dragon, to be exact), you can celebrate the Chinese New Year with homemade classics to bring you good luck, like The most common Chinese New Year foods include dumplings, fish, spring rolls, and niangao. We've rounded up 12 essential Chinese, or Lunar, New Year dishes, and included the symbolism behind them all. In case you’re planning or attending a get-together, here are a few traditional Chinese foods that will be a hit at any Lunar New Year dinner. Toasting to the New Year? Try these Quotes! 1. Whole Steamed Fish. Here are some Chinese New Year party ideas that will help you plan a very memorable Lunar New Year party in 2025. Let us help you find the perfect vendors and entertainers for your upcoming event. 1. Brush Away Bad Luck. To start the new year off on a clean slate, make sure to give your house a nice, thorough cleaning. To bring good luck and fortune in the year ahead, here are the Chinese New Year food to serve at your holiday feast. Story by Jennifer Martinez • 36m 36m. 1 / 16 Here are 5 things to consider when hosting a Chinese New Year Party for 2025. Let us help you find the perfect vendors and entertainers for your upcoming event. 1. Decorations. Photo: mojo cp/shutterstock.com. There are a couple of superstitious rules to follow that promise prosperity or good health for the year. You should be serving 12 dishes (to symbolise good fortune for every month in the year), but if that sounds like way too much, you can dial it back to 10 or eight – just make sure you land on an even number, otherwise it’s bad luck. During Chinese New Year, people have a long list of things to do. From one week preceding the festival to the 15th day after, many Chinese New Year customs are widely observed for thousands of years. From one week preceding the festival to the 15th day after, many Chinese New Year customs are widely observed for thousands of years. Jan. 22–28, 2025: New Year Shopping. Before Chinese New Year's Eve, people buy New Year's food and snacks, New Year's decorations, and New Year's clothes, fireworks, etc. Chinese New Year in China, like Christmas, is a boom time for shopping. Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is one of the most important and widely celebrated festivals in Chinese culture. It marks the beginning of the lunar new year and is a time for family reunions, honoring ancestors, and wishing for prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead. When you visit relatives, friends or colleges, red envelopes, cigarettes, alcohol, tea, fruits, and health foods are good choices. You’d better choose four kinds of material gifts, or if you do not have an ideal Chinese New Year gift idea, just give a red envelope, which is the most welcomed and direct way to show your sincerity and affection. Yes. If you do not have a certain idea on what material items to give, and then the monetary gift is a good choice during Chinese New Year. Chinese people like to exchange red envelopes with luck money inside. Especially for kids, the red envelopes are recommended. According to Chinese astrology, each year (starting from Chinese New Year) is associated with an animal sign, occurring in a 12-year cycle. 2015 is the year of the sheep and is the eighth animal in the Chinese zodiac, the sheep is very independent, gentle with a strong sense of justice and very kind, with great inner strength. Here are six simple rules of Chinese New Year gift giving etiquette. These etiquette tips will help you give the right gift, in the right way, at the right time. 1. Select the New Year gifts in right colors. When giving a gift at Chinese New Year pay close attention to the color of the gift as well as the wrapping paper or bag in which it is The culinary delights that accompany this festive season are more than just food; they are symbols of luck, prosperity, and togetherness. By exploring and trying out these 50+ Chinese New Year recipes, you not only embrace the rich cultural heritage of China but also create an opportunity to share meaningful moments with your loved ones. Chinese New Year, or Lunar New Year, celebrates fresh beginnings, traditions, and togetherness. It’s the perfect occasion to express respect and gratitude with thoughtful presents. From traditional items to gourmet food and festive drinks, Personal Chic offers 30 best Chinese New Year gifts for family, friends, or colleagues, ensuring your Wearing red has nothing to do with China’s current political inclinations. The custom dates back for centuries. Mythology maintains Nian, the beast that comes out on Chinese New Year to attack people, is afraid of the color red and loud noises — that’s why firecrackers are thrown and symbols are crashed during celebrations.
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