Happy New Year - I am sure you haven't missed the beginning of the Lunar Year - 2017 , the Year of the Rooster , in fact the Fire Rooster. I have in the past written many articles about celebrating the Chinese or Lunar New Year in this blog - Year of the Monkey , Year of the Sheep/Goat , Year of the Snake , Year of the Dragon , Year of the Tiger . I have often discussed lucky foods, family activities, the Do's and Don'ts of New Year celebrations and traditions. However, this year, how about some numbers? THE LITTLE NUMBERS 3 The official number of public holidays for the New year Festival although many workers have 7 days leave. 8 is considered to be a lucky Chinese number. Besides all of the other delicious foods created for the New Year celebration, it is customary to offer friends who visit during the two week period, a 'tray of togetherness' - a snack platter. This platter has 8 separate div...
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