They are also believed to symbolise happiness. Traditional inscriptions on the cake are the Chinese calligraphic symbols for “longevity” or “harmony”. To represent the full moon ...

people usually use bottles and apples to symbol "safety" as the Chinese words of bottle and apple pronounce "Ping" which means safety; golden fish for wealth; melon vine for the bless of many ...

Sometimes, longevity peaches have sweet fillings made from lotus seeds or red beans. In Chinese mythology, peaches are often symbols of good health and longevity. The association of peaches with ...

which explains why yi mein is often what many Chinese Americans consider longevity noodles. But regional cuisines, like dishes from Xi’an, have been popping up and diversifying the options in ...

She’s not alone—for centuries, Chinese herbs have remained one of the oldest remedies for preventing and healing diseases, and they are especially known for their use in longevity.