The Mid-Autumn Festival: Family, the Full Moon, and Mooncakes
You might already know about Lunar New Year, the biggest holiday in many Asian countries, but how about the second biggest holiday?
Summer Lovin’: The Qixi Festival
The Chinese Qixi Festival celebrates the annual reunion of two (literally) star-crossed lovers, known as the cowherd and weaver maiden.
Happy Birthday Buddha! Five of His Symbolic Positions and What They Mean
Explore the different meanings behind the Buddha's various symbolic gestures.
Slurp ‘Em Up! 8 Flavorful Fun Facts About Bubble Tea
For some, bubble tea is much more than just a beverage slash dessert.
Blue Dragon Festival: Rain, Haircuts, and Eating Dragon Parts
What began as an agrarian holiday for farmers to pray for rain is now an excuse to get a new do.
The Lantern Festival: A Beautiful End to Lunar New Year
By now you probably know Lunar New Year lasts for two whole weeks. But did you know it ends with the Lantern Festival?
How to Celebrate Each Day of Lunar New Year
While Lunar New Year Day has passed, that doesn't mean the celebrating is over.
The Do's and Don'ts of Red Envelopes
Did you know there's a wrong and right way to give and receive red envelopes?
12 Ways to Get Lucky this Lunar New Year
We could all use more luck in our lives. And with the Lunar New Year right around the corner, now’s the perfect time to up the good fortune ante.
Know When to Fold ‘Em: 6 Things You Might Not Know About Origami
Every Nov. 11 celebrates the Japanese art of paper folding.