I am half-Vietnamese, so I celebrate Tết. Tibet celebrates Losar (Begins March 3, 2022) How I Celebrate Lunar New Year Vietnam celebrates Tết Nguyên Đán (Tết for short)Ĭhina celebrates Chunjie (春节 – in Mandarin) Here is what Lunar New Year is called in some other countries:
Rather than referring to the holiday in general as Chinese New Year, to be inclusive and respectful of all cultures that celebrate, refer to the holiday as Lunar New Year, or use the holiday name associated with each country when appropriate. Lunar New Year is celebrated by many Asian countries and other communities around the world, yet it is still commonly referred to as Chinese New Year. In 2022, Lunar New Year falls on February 1st, and will begin the Year of the Tiger. The date of Lunar New Year changes every year, but it always falls between January 21st and February 20th. Lunar New Year signals the beginning of a new year, and the beginning of Spring. The lunar calendar is based on cycles of the moon and sun, and is generally 21-51 days behind the Gregorian (internationally-used) solar calendar that begins the New Year on January 1st. We are also seeing this as a way to turn the page on a difficult two years with COVID and the rise in Asian hate that followed.Lunar New Year is the beginning of the new year based on the lunar calendar.
This Lunar New Year season, families around the world are counting on good luck, good health, and celebrating the Year of the Tiger. After all, like all kids, they are eager to pick out a new toy with the money bestowed upon them for paying respects to their grandparents. While growing up, I would get $1 or less in my envelopes, where as my children, get to see few more dollars in their envelopes. Whenever children go pay respects to their elders, those relatives are expected to gift the kids with red envelopes holding money inside. Children are expected to visit their elders during the Lunar New Year season. While all the food may be delicious, my kids' favorite part of the Lunar New Year festivities is always, the red envelopes. For dessert, sticky rice cake called 'nian gao' is eaten, which also means 'a good year' symbolism and luck are apparent. The word for 'fish' also sounds like the word 'abundance' which is something important in Asian culture to remember as we move on to the New Year. Don't worry, your kids will still love them!īesides dumplings, traditional dishes for the Lunar New Year also include noodles, which symbolize long life, and whole steamed fish. It will take about double the cooking time because the dumplings are frozen, but you save all the effort of making them from scratch. Parades, festivals, and community events were cancelled in 2021 because of COVID-19, but the festive gatherings are making a comeback in Houston.Ī good shortcut, is to buy frozen dumplings at your local Asian grocery store, then pan frying them. Traditionally, Asian American communities throughout the country celebrate the holiday for several weeks. RELATED: Lunar New Year 2022: What to know about Year of the Tiger 1 which is also the start of the Year of the Tiger. This year, Lunar New Year's Eve falls on Jan. In my household, the holiday is referred to as 'Chinese New Year.' Considering the holiday is celebrated within many east Asian countries and is based on the lunar calendar, it is also known as the 'Lunar New Year.' HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) - Around the world, many Asian families are getting ready to celebrate the Lunar New Year, and it's no different in ABC13's Miya Shay's own home. From food to celebration preparations, ABC13's Miya Shay shares with us how her family is getting ready for the new year.
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