Celebrating Chinese New Year at home? Learn more about Lunar New Year traditions and try some of these delicious and easy recipes to celebrate Lunar New Year.
Lunar New Year 2025 is just around the corner, bringing with it vibrant celebrations, rich traditions, and of course, delicious feasts!
Around the world, more than 2 billion people celebrate Lunar New Year. This year, the festivities begin on January 29, 2025, marking the start of the Year of the Snake.
The celebration lasts for 15 days, culminating in the Lantern Festival on February 12, 2025.
Families around the world will come together to honor ancestors, welcome good fortune, and embrace the promise of a prosperous new year.
I’m Filipino-American, and grew up enjoying the Chinese New Year celebrations in our local Asian American community. I’ve always loved the feasts, the parties, the traditions, and learning about ways this holiday is celebrated in different countries and cultures.
Whether you celebrate Lunar New Year every year or are new to the festivities, this holiday is a fantastic time to learn about different cultural traditions, enjoy symbolic foods, and participate in joyful gatherings.
Let’s dive into the fascinating history, global celebrations, must-try dishes, and key customs that make Lunar New Year such a beloved holiday!