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.
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?
Clay Figure Zhang: A beloved folk art from Tianjin
Learn more about these charming and auspicious figurines.
Chinese Paper Cutting: From Sacred Rituals to Contemporary Art
Red papercut decorations are a common sight during the Lunar New Year and other times of celebration in Chinese culture. But what do they mean and where do they come from?
The Qingming Festival: A Time to Honor Ancestors and Celebrate Spring
Mexico has the Day of the Dead. Japan has the Bon Festival. In Chinese culture, people honor their ancestors during Qingming.
Long Life, Quick Eating, and Drowning Your Sorrows: 10 Tasty Tidbits on National Noodle Day
In case you haven’t noticed, we’re huge noodle fans.
The Dragon Boat Festival: Eat, Don't Drink, But Be Merry
What holiday involves dragon-like boats, sticky rice pyramids, and toxic wine? If you guessed the Dragon Boat Festival, you’d be right. But do you know where those traditions came from? Find out!
Jingdezhen: A Brief Look at an Ancient Porcelain City
Here are seven things you might not know about this very special city.
What’s Your Sign? The Chinese Zodiac Guide to Love
Some believe people born under certain signs of the Chinese zodiac match up better — and worse — than others. Read this post to find your best and worst matches!
Apples, Fried Chicken, and a Very Special Box: Christmas Traditions in Asian Countries
While Christmas is primarily a Western celebration, it’s still observed in many countries throughout Asia.