The Chinese New Year is one of the most important holidays in China and is celebrated by all countries with major ethic Chinese populations. It has been, for centuries, a time for celebration and family reunion. The customary greeting during the period from New Year’s Day to Lantern Festival inclusive is “Kung Hei Fat Choi” “Gong Xi Fa Cai”, which literally means “to congratulate you on your happiness.”

Chinese New Year is quickly approaching, and everyone is excited about the kid-friendly CNY celebrations. We’ve looked at possibilities for our reunion meal or takeout, and the clothes are almost ready (check out our picks of the coolest CNY outfits for kids). The Chinese new year is on 22nd Jan, 2023 and is a public holiday in Singapore.

Chinese New Year celebrations need a lot of preparation, which includes sprucing up the home and clothes for the unfamiliar. This serves as our cue to indulge in some holiday shopping, including buying presents for the family for the Chinese New Year. Red packets are obviously a must-have on the gift front, but if you’re seeking for more suggestions for the ideal CNY present, go no further.

11 Chinese New Year Gift Ideas – Singapore 2023

Guide to Chinese New Year presents for the entire family.

1. Chinese New Year Flowers and Plants

Nothing beats a little luck to kick off the year of the rabbit, and a lucky Chinese New Year plant will bring plenty of well wishes for your loved ones. Numerous photo opportunities are in store, including bamboo, pussy willow, plum flowers, and much more, which are offered at different florists and nurseries strewn throughout the island.

The four-season lime tree is unquestionably our choice for the festivities. Little Flower Hut and Toh Garden are a couple of locations where you might find that lucky pot.

2. Clarins New Year Starter Kit

Everyone loves to look their best, especially during the CNY celebrations. A plethora of necessary cosmetics should make the ideal present for that finishing touch. Eight of Clarins’ best-selling products are included in the Clarins New Year beginning box. After all the CNY preparations and shopping overhaul, who wouldn’t want the Total Eye Lift serum?

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3. Matrix Fengshui Blessings Bracelets

Although we haven’t quite gotten around to achieving Fengshui perfection in our houses, we are now coveting the stunning Silver Mystical Cuff Bracelets by Matrix Fengshui Blessings (available in his and hers variants for $398 apiece).

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4. Chinese New Year-inspired LEGO Gift Sets

One of our favourite children’s Chinese New Year presents (and the young at heart). Check out these CNY LEGO kits if you want to keep them entertained (and very busy) during the holiday season. Choose from the Story of Nian, the Spring Lantern Festival, or the Happy Childhood Moments set to honour Chinese culture and mythology.

We expect hours of enjoyment! Our choice? There will be many of bunnies hopping around in the recently launched Lunar New Year procession, which will not disappoint. The three connectable parade floats will serve as a spectacular centerpiece.

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5. Set Of Crockery – CNY Gift Idea

We adore Table Matters and can’t get enough of their exquisite tableware prints. Consider Portuguese, Peranakan, royal influences, and a lot more. Any tableware set from Table Matters, including tea sets and pot coasters, would make a lovely Chinese New Year gift for your loved ones and will earn you lots of pineapple points.

Don’t be shocked if you end yourself adding more items to your shopping cart than you intended. We wouldn’t be shocked if here is where you got all your Chinese New Year gifts! Hey, there are lots of tempting bargains going on right now!

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6. Silk Flowers Singapore Offers Exotic Silk Flowers

Exotic silk flower bouquet? Please, yes! We adore everything about these exquisite blooms from Singapore’s silk flower supplier; they are a real catch from the fields. Each petal of these flowers contains a thread of sustainability, making them lovely gifts.

Why not adore it? There are many choices available, including single-stem flowers, bouquets, greenery, orchids, and even custom arrangements! Enjoy yourself this Chinese New Year by picking wild flowers for your loved ones during this festive time.

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7. Honey Gift Set Singapore

Sometimes a nice gesture can go a long way. This is especially true when you are giving honey to someone else. After all, the golden liquid is no ordinary type of sweetness. Honey has been used as food and medicine for generations and it has many benefits that have continued to resonate with people in the present day.

Honey is said to be a versatile gift for any occasion and can be used for various purposes. How about giving someone healthy honey? If this person is expecting a baby, you could give him or her the healthy homemade honey.

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8. Pineapple cakes

Pineapple cakes are so delicious, they can make any occasion seem special. You can buy readymade cakes in the supermarket or bake them yourself. Pineapple cakes originating in Taiwan are a popular Chinese New Year gift option. These cakes have a creamy pineapple filling and a simple icing made with cream cheese and frosting.

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9. Eu Yan Sang Gift Hamper

If you’re looking for a unique gift for that special someone, then look no further than this Eu Yan Sang gift hamper. Eu Yan Sang is a famous health and wellness brand that combines traditional Chinese medicine and science to accessible healthcare through herbs. To start the new year on a healthy note, you can opt for their gift hampers. The gift sets consist of nourishing and filling treats apt for gifting to that special someone. From birds’ nest to pure chicken essence, they have got it all.

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10. Fruit Baskets Gift Hamper

It is the end of another year, and many people are organizing their Christmas parties and preparing to celebrate for Lunar year. If you are like most people, you won’t be able to resist going out and buying an expensive fruit basket as a Chinese lunar year gift for your friends or loved ones.

For this reason, most people are opting for fruit baskets as Chinese New Year gifts this year.
Fruit baskets are elegant looking, and they will definitely make a great presentation under any Christmas tree. Ferns and petals can be a good place to buy fresh fruit baskets!

11. Red packets

A red envelope is an envelope with a red-coloured paper for giving monetary gifts, mostly found in China.

The recipient of the red packet is usually accompanied by the phrase “起来，开心!”, meaning to get up and be happy.

The customs of giving money or gifts has its roots in ancient Chinese culture and was adapted into tradition in modern day Singapore. Put simply, it’s a way to give wishes of prosperity and success.

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11. Bak Kwa

There are many Asian foods that are loved by many people, some of them being: bak kwa, tteokbokki and hargow. At present these four dishes have became popular in Singapore because they’re regarded as a healthy alternative to traditional unhealthy Chinese foods like fried rice or chicken rice. This is quite evident with the recent rise of multipurpose commercial bak kwa shops. One of the most famous bak kwa shops in Singapore is Bee Cheng Hiang.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the Lunar and Chinese New Years the same?
The event that commemorates the start of a new year on the conventional lunisolar and solar Chinese calendar is known as Chinese New Year, often referred to as Lunar New Year.

Why is Lunar New Year currently used instead of Chinese New Year?
The second new moon following the winter solstice, which appears in our Gregorian calendar between 21 January and 20 February, is often when the first day of the year occurs. Due to this, it is also known as the Lunar New Year (and we’ll get to that in a moment).

Is the lunar year only Chinese?
The celebration that is usually referred to as “Chinese New Year” is observed worldwide. The phrase “Lunar New Year” is frequently used to describe celebrations held at the same time and with many of the same customs as those in China.

Which nations follow the lunar calendar?
Asia Pacific. In addition to the solar new year, the lunar new year is celebrated in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, and South Korea. Based on the closely related Mongolian and Tibetan lunisolar calendars, Mongols and Tibetans celebrate New Year in February or early March.

Conclusion:

The traditional date for the Chinese New Year is based on the lunar calendar, which can vary by as much as a month from the western calendar. It usually takes place between January 21 and February 20.

In China, it’s celebrated with family reunions, greetings cards, and at night with fireworks. Other countries in Asia such as Taiwan, Macau, Singapore and Vietnam also celebrate it.
It’s not only the new year but also a time to celebrate cultural diversity of Asian descent.

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