It’s time to start thinking about Lunar New Year foods, as the Year of the Dragon arrives. At the beginning of each new lunar calendar, the new year is celebrated across the world in Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Singaporean, Malaysian, and Indonesian communities. The holiday is a time for togetherness, when family members travel from near and far to exchange well wishes for the coming year. Traditional Lunar New Year foods include longevity noodles, a whole steamed fish for abundance, sticky rice balls for togetherness, and more. Below you’ll find some of those lucky foods, along with other traditional dishes like dumplings and rice cakes. Whether you’re gathering with family this year or just celebrating on your own, these recipes are sure to bring you luck and prosperity for the coming year.
