Destinations
Bite-sized chunks of slow, languid exploration
A Complete Guide to Auspicious Foods for Chinese New Year
From snacks to main dishes and desserts, here’s a roundup of the auspicious foods you need to know about and my favourite spots to find them in town.
Decoding Chinese New Year Traditions in Hong Kong
Chinese New Year is an exciting but equally frazzling time for people outside the culture. Here’s a complete breakdown of what people do before and during the first month of the festival.
37 Auspicious Greetings for Everyone You May Meet During Chinese New Year
Here’s a list of fail-safe greetings that will keep you well-prepared for all the prospective red packets you run into. Wow your friends and family with wishes galore for wealth and health in the Year of the Snake!
3 of the Most Important Legends Surrounding Chinese New Year
From the colour red to firecrackers and assigned animals for each year, dive into the rich tapestry of folklore behind the most important festival in Chinese culture.
15 Auspicious Plants to Decorate Your Home with this Chinese New Year
Of all the Chinese New Year festivities in Hong Kong, I delight the most in visiting flower markets. Discover the most popular auspicious plants to bring you prosperity and good fortune in the coming year.
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— AVA