Mooncake is an indispensable traditional Chinese pastry enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the eighth month in the Chinese lunar calendar. I’d like to take this opportunity to share with you the mooncake recipe I’ve just made. Over time, the style and purpose of this festive dessert have evolved …
Braised pork knuckle with dried oysters is a deeply symbolic and savory centerpiece for Chinese New Year — called 橫財就手 in Cantonese, which loosely means a windfall of good fortune. This festive dish brings together rich umami from dried oysters, earthy depth from shiitake mushrooms, and silky strands of fat choy, all slow-braised with aromatic …
Chinese New Year is a time for family, tradition, and delicious food that brings luck, prosperity, and joy to the new year. From savory mains to festive snacks and sweet treats, every dish has a story and a symbolic meaning. Whether you are hosting a reunion dinner or preparing snacks for family and friends, these …
The sizzle of spring rolls hitting hot oil is one of the most nostalgic sounds of Chinese New Year. Every puff of aroma takes me back to bustling family kitchens, festive markets, and the joyful anticipation of the Lunar New Year feast. In Cantonese tradition, spring rolls symbolize wealth and prosperity, as their golden cylindrical …
Chinese New Year is still a month away, but I’ve already started preparing some recipes. Today, I want to share the Chinese chicken dumpling recipe that can be frozen and stored for later. Although pork is the most commonly used filling in Chinese recipes, I opt for chicken as a healthier alternative due to its …
According to Chinese culture, eating long noodles brings prosperity and longevity. This traditional belief has led to the creation of a specific type of noodle named “longevity noodles / 长寿面” These noodles are often served during special occasions such as birthday celebrations and Chinese New Year’s Eve. The longevity noodles dish is a must-have dish …
The yam ring served in Chinese restaurants is also known as taro basket or prosperity yam basket. But what exactly is it? It’s a ring of fried mashed yam with a large hole in the center, filled with stir-fried dishes such as kung pao chicken, sweet and sour pork, or some vegetarian stir-fried. The yam …
Today I made a festive dish called pork belly with preserved mustard greens. It is called ‘mei cai kou rou / meicai kourou / 梅菜扣肉 in Chinese. It is a dish I will only prepare during the festive season, and today is the 10th day of the Lunar New Year / Spring Festival. Why do …
My brother-in-law brought me a pork knuckle last week, perfect for making braised pork knuckles to celebrate Chinese New Year! So why he gave me the pork knuckle? Because pork knuckles represent prosperity and good luck for the coming year. Today I will show you a Chinese New Year pork knuckle recipe. For readers who …
It has been a long time since I made Chinese walnut cookies. My cousin from Hong Kong visited us last week and brought us some, and our family finished all in no time. After taking a bite, it suddenly evoked my memory of the taste of these beautiful cookies. So making some instead of getting …