Happy Chinese New Year!
Today is the first day of the Chinese New Year. It lasts for a total of 15 days. Why does it fall on today you might ask, since it’s February to many people? That’s because the Chinese New Year is based on the Chinese Lunar Calendar, which marks today as the first day of the first month of a new year.
The Chinese New Year is a major traditional Chinese holiday. Communities throughout the world celebrate the Chinese New Year. Celebrations can differ by location, but often it’s a time to enjoy visiting with family and friends. Many families decorate their houses, with an emphasis on the color red (hey, like this website!). Fireworks also play an important part in the celebrations… But you know what else?
Food is also a big part in the celebrations!
There is probably more food consumed during the Chinese New Year than any other time of the year!
Fish, Chicken, Dumplings, various vegetarian combinations, sticky rice cakes, and many other Chinese food dishes are enjoyed during the 15 days of the Chinese New Year.
Traditionally, on the first day of the Chinese New Year, many people will eat vegetarian food.
For all sorts of delicious Chinese recipes that you can enjoy throughout the Chinese New Year, you should check out Chef Nicholas Zhou’s Chinese Cookbook. He has over 500 wonderful Chinese recipes inside. With 500 recipes, there’s a huge variety of authentic Chinese dishes. Many are quick and easy to prepare. He also focuses on making Chinese Food that’s healthy and good for you… and of course DELICIOUS!
You’ll want to check it out, Here’s the link:
Chef Zhou’s healthy & delicious recipes
Enjoy!
Happy Chinese New Year!