New Years Celebrations
When most Westerners think of Chinese Zodiac astrology, the Chinese Zodiac animals come to mind, with the Year of the Rat, Year of the Dragon and so forth. However, Chinese astrology goes much deeper than the 12 animal zodiac signs that can be found on the placemats of Chinese restaurants.
When it comes to putting together a menu or throwing a party, it's important to know which Chinese New Year foods to serve and what each food symbolizes.
While watching the ball drop in Times Square is perfectly acceptable, you could be doing so much more with your New Year's Eve. Explore cruises and travel packages, or host a gathering of friends at your own home.
The Chinese New Year is similar to the western new year in that it represents a fresh start, but it also emphasizes bringing the family together. Other Chinese New Year traditions include naming the year after an animal, wearing the color red and giving out packets filled with money.
The celebration of New Year's Eve is a mix of old and new New Year's traditions. The practice of making resolutions grew from ancient customs, while the Times Square ball drop and the singing of "Auld Lang Syne" became popular in the 20th century.
The Chinese zodiac is represented by 12 different animal signs, which cycle through 12 years. A person’s Chinese zodiac sign is thought to predetermine his characteristics and personality and reveals clues to his successes and potential failures.
The Chinese Zodiac symbols represent many things about a person, including personality characteristics, keys to success and clues to potential flaws. Each Chinese Zodiac symbol is tied to either Yin or Yang, the names given to opposing forces of the world.
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For a New Year’s Eve party for the grown-ups, these themes will encourage guests to take a fond look back on the year that has passed while celebrating a new beginning.
Just like main dishes, Chinese New Year desserts are also symbolic. Chinese almond cookies or rice cakes are packed with important meanings and may bring luck for the good year.
Chinese New Year recipes should reflect the purpose of the Spring Festival, which is a fresh start. Not only should the food be delicious and authentic, but it should also be symbolic of your hopes for the next year.
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