2025 is the Year of the Snake! The Lunar New Year, which begins on January 29, is an important holiday for many Asian cultures including China, Vietnam, Korea, Malaysia, and Singapore. The Lunar New Year symbolizes a fresh start and new outlook – and you can join the celebration on The Avenues too! Here’s where:
Creme
- Milk Buns, in flavors like Char Siu and Red Bean
- Chinese-style sponge cakes, pandan cupcakes, Year of the Snake cookies
- Milk Tea Boba and other speciality drinks
- Dumplings from Dumpling House
- Temporary tattoos by artist Meanz Ming Chan of Jade Rabbit Studio
Plus, red envelope raffles! You don’t want to miss this event. First come, first served.
Lucky Lotus
Lucky Lotus, 2721 Ingersoll Avenue, will be serving a few symbolic dishes to celebrate the Year of the Snake starting on January 27:
- Baos
- Orange Mock Duck/Chicken
- Lotus Chips with Party Dip
- Hibiscus Orangeade
“Oranges and tangerines are believed to bring good luck and happiness for the new year,” owner Kevin Chen told dsm magazine. “The color red signifies good fortune, luck and vitality” — hence the bright red hibiscus orangeade.
Plus, don’t miss your opportunity to get a Year of the Snake T-shirt.
