A designer of lai see envelopes given out at Lunar New Year talks about adding novelty to them while still satisfying traditionalists.

Red envelopes, known as hongbao in Mandarin, are a cherished cultural tradition in China and many other parts of Asia. In ...

Give red envelopes instead! Known in Mandarin as hong bao, red envelopes containing money are often given from elders to children or unwed young adults. Avoid giving amounts ending in four as the ...

The Year of the Snake embodies transformation, femininity, and duality, reflected in cultural myths, artistic expressions, ...

Called lai see in Cantonese and hong bao in Mandarin, red packets wish good luck and prosperity, but are electronic versions taking over? It is a long-standing Chinese tradition during the Lunar New ...

The Lunar New Year (also known as the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival) began as a time for feasting and to honor the ...

A key part of this tradition is the exchange of Hong Bao (red envelopes), which carry good wishes. “When visiting, it is customary to bring gifts, such as fruits or beverages, and exchange ...

Lunar New Year celebrations are coming up, marking the beginning of the year of the snake. What to know about the holiday how ...

The Lunar New Year, also known as the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, will be celebrated on January 29, ushering in the ...