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 ...

This East Village dim sum spot will have a special “lucky” menu laden with symbols of wealth and longevity. “The more dumplings you eat during Chinese New Year, the more money you will make ...

In Chinese culture, the rabbit is not only a symbol of good luck, but also connected to longevity and fertility. Associated with the moon, the rabbit has appeared in numerous legends and classic ...

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 ...