This time of year, the most popular Chinese character around town is “fu”, pronounced, “foo.” A friend once explained that “fu” means “good fortune” or “blessings” and this time of year, it is appropriate to wish your friends and relatives “fu” for the New Year. As with many traditions associated with Chinese New Year, “fu” is not […]
Chinese cooking
Chinese New Year: The Basics
The traditions and rituals of Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival, are centuries old and remain strong among those who celebrate this festive holiday. This year, the fifteen-day celebration will kick off on Sunday evening, January 22, with the traditional New Year’s Eve feast. For Chinese families, however, preparations begin well before the […]
Eating your way to good fortune
Food is an integral part of Chinese New Year festivities, and eating the right dishes can determine your family’s good fortune, prosperity, health, and relationships for the upcoming year. During the course of the celebration, each person should consume something sugary, so that he will have a sweet year; something round because roundness represents […]