The best way to a lucky year is through the stomach

Chinese New Year has become a part of the Filipino culture, especially dining—not only because the Philippines is host to the world’s oldest Chinatown, but also of a large chunk of the populace having some Chinese ancestry. No wonder Filipinos love Chinese cuisine.

Locals enjoy watching Lion and Dragon dance performances, and eating tikoy (rice cake made from glutinous rice flour) during this now-declared public holiday, and having a share of the auspiciousness of the festivities.