Tag Archive: Chinese New Year

My Chinese heritage I wish I knew

February 6, 2020 12:21 pm Published by I was raised in a very traditional Filipino family. What people don’t know is that I am part Chinese. The […]

Garlic for Counting Money in the New Year!

February 20, 2018 10:00 am Published by Hope Bidegainberry The word for garlic in Chinese is Suan, which translates to “counting.” Those who celebrate the Lunar New Year eat […]

Mandarin Oranges For Good Luck!

9:52 am Published by Hope Bidegainberry Mandarin oranges are the official fruit of the New Year! In Chinese, the word for mandarin oranges, Ju, sounds like […]