{"id":3984,"date":"2016-12-20T13:48:12","date_gmt":"2016-12-20T13:48:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.secret-retreats.com\/blog\/?p=3984"},"modified":"2026-01-29T05:15:56","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T05:15:56","slug":"5-lucky-foods-for-the-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.secret-retreats.com\/blog\/tables\/5-lucky-foods-for-the-new-year.html","title":{"rendered":"5 Lucky Foods That Symbolize Good Fortune for the New Year 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Ring in the New Year with these lucky foods<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With the New Year just around the corner, families and friends will gather together and prepare for this holiday\u2019s time-honoured traditions. In addition to celebrating with colourful festivities and age-old rituals, \u2018lucky\u2019 food will be served to usher in health, wealth and luck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although these special dishes are symbolic for longevity, prosperity and abundance, they are also delicious and wholesome, making them the perfect way to start to the upcoming year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Oranges and Tangerines<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Two particular citrus fruits, oranges and tangerines, are commonly displayed in homes or given as gifts all around the world during the New Year. In Asian countries, oranges are thought to symbolise wealth because the Chinese word for gold sounds much like orange. The word for tangerine also closely resembles the word for luck. It is an especially good omen if the orange or tangerine still has its leaves attached because that symbolises longevity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Leafy Greens<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Leafy, green vegetables are a popular food to eat during the New Year because the colour and appearance resembles paper money. As the tradition goes, eating leafy vegetables such as kale, cabbage or Chinese broccoli will lead to wealth and prosperity in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Whole Fish<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Whole fish represent abundance and can be found prepared in many ways for this auspicious holiday. Whether it\u2019s served fried, steamed or grilled, the key to this dish is for the fish\u2019s head and tail to remain intact to ensure a good New Year from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Long Noodles<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tender noodles are a staple in many Asia countries but when they are served on New Year\u2019s Day, they are prepared and cooked with special care to prevent being broken or cut. Make sure to enjoy a bowl of extra long, delicate noodles, which symbolise longevity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Dumplings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although dumplings are eaten year-round in Asian countries, families traditionally eat jiaozi dumplings for the New Year. This particular dumpling is filled with minced meat and cabbage and then wrapped in paper-thin dough. The final dumplings resemble the old ingot-shaped Chinese coins and are meant to bring eaters prosperity and wealth in the upcoming year.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Of course, sharing a special meal with loved ones is a central part of the New Year\u2019s traditions around the world. No matter what you\u2019re eating, we think enjoy a special meal with friends and family is certainly a lucky way to celebrate start out the year. Unique dining experiences like, the Supanniga Eating Room<\/a> in Bangkok or The Redbox<\/a> in Chiang Mai, not only satisfies the stomach but the soul. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Savour signature cuisine made from the freshest local ingredients and artisanal producers for a true meal and New Year to remember.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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