How to Remove the Paper in a Fortune Cookie Without Breaking It
Whether you want to make a marriage proposal special, or need a unique way to wish someone a happy birthday, using a fortune cookie is a great way to do it. While you might think you would have to...
View ArticleChristian Ideas for Chinese New Year
The Chinese New Year can be celebrated in accordance with Christian beliefs and with Christian aspects. Meshing the two cultures can create an appreciation and a deeper understanding of both....
View ArticleHow to Make a Chinese Dragon for a Parade
If you are passionate about the giant, colorful decorations and animals on display at a Chinese New Year parade, consider creating your own dragon to be toted around and animated by a group of family...
View ArticleWhat Is the Lunar New Year?
The Lunar New Year begins the year according to the lunar calendar. Unlike the Gregorian calendar generally used in Western countries, the lunar calendar is determined by the cycles and phases of the...
View ArticleFive Famous Activities for the Chinese New Year
One of the most important holidays in Chinese culture is Chinese New Year, which marks the beginning of the Chinese Lunisolar Calendar. In China, this holiday is known as the Spring Festival, since it...
View ArticleHow to Make a Decorative Dragon for Chinese New Year
Chinese dragons are thought to have unrivaled power and wisdom, and in Chinese history, they represented the emperors. These powerful and benevolent beasts were not meant to frighten children in scary...
View ArticleRabbit New Year's Crafts
The rabbit is the fourth of 12 symbols of the Chinese Zodiac. Those born under the rabbit sign are compassionate and creative individuals that seek the friendship of others. The most recent year of the...
View ArticleLunar New Year Dragon Puppet Crafts for Kids
The Lunar New Year, or Spring Festival, is the most important Chinese holiday. One of the main events is a parade, where participants dance down the street wearing extravagant silk dragon costumes....
View ArticleGames to Celebrate the Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year celebrations kick off annually on a different day in January or February, determined by the lunar calendar. Along with such activities as feasts, festivals, fireworks and gift giving,...
View ArticlePainting Eggs for the Chinese New Year
Celebrated for thousands of years, the Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is the oldest Chinese festival, and is a chance to celebrate the new season of spring. The celebration lasts...
View ArticleActivities to Celebrate the Chinese New Year
In the Chinese culture, the Chinese New Year is the most important and highly regarded traditional holiday. The event takes place each year in either January or February, beginning on the first day of...
View ArticleList of Family Traditions During the Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is among the most significant celebrations in China. The exact date differs from year to year, but the holiday is celebrated in January or February. Upholding traditions on Chinese New...
View ArticleChinese New Year Craft for Preschoolers
Teaching preschoolers about foreign holidays opens their eyes to different cultures in a way they'll enjoy. Even if none of your students is Chinese, they'll love celebrating Chinese New Year. This...
View ArticleHow to Celebrate Chinese New Year
On the traditional Asian calendar, New Year's Day falls sometime between late January and late February, depending on the year. But in Chinese and many Chinese-American households, the festivities last...
View ArticleHow to Have a Chinese Auction Fundraiser
A Chinese auction is a cross between a silent auction and a raffle. Patrons buy tickets for a chance to win prizes, then "bid" on specific prizes by dropping their tickets into the baskets for those...
View ArticleHow to Make a Fabric Fortune Cookie
Fabric fortune cookies -- what a clever and creative way to celebrate Chinese New Year! You can also make these crafty items and use them for almost any occasion. They could be part of the place...
View ArticleQuick and Easy Coconut Rice
Creamy coconut milk and zesty lime make everyday rice exotic with hardly anyÂadded prep time. This rice is great as a base for savory stews, and can even be eaten with fresh fruit for an Asian-inspired...
View ArticleFresh and Easy Pork Dumplings
Homemade dumplings are one of my favorite appetizers to serve at parties. When I’m short on time, I’ll stop at the local Asian market and pick up pre-made frozen dumplings, which are fine. But when I...
View ArticleCabbage Cashew Salad with Sesame Dressing
I love the cabbage slaw at Whole Foods. It’s crunchy, sweet and salty at the same time, and quite filling. I experimented a little to arrive at this recipe. It’s not an exact replica; rather, my own...
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