Greetings!
Happy 2011 everyone! With the Christmas goodies barely worked out from our bodies, I know some mummies who are already busy making and stocking up on the Lunar(Chinese) New Year food and delicacies for that highly anticipated reunion dinner. In this issue, we will explore the symbolism of New Year dishes in this festive season. Do remember to check out our Lunar New Year special promotions too! Gong xi fa cai!!!
cheers.
Felicia
in this issue
· BumpBuddy at Mothercare
· Diaper Cakes
· Did You Know – Symbolism of New Year Dishes
· Useful Tip
BumpBuddy @ Mothercare
We are pleased to announce that you can now find Bumpbuddy - cold packs especially for children - retailing at Mothercare outlets. BumpBuddy is designed especially for kids to provide first aid treatment with a sense of fun. The happy shapes and bright colours act as a distraction and help stop the tears while the cool gel works to soothe the pain. They live in the fridge and are always ready for action to soothe bumps, bruises, scrapes, insect bites and minor burns. An effective and safe alternative to ice but without the mess, they are the perfect size for kids to hold and are reusable, non-toxic and a natural safe pain relief. Toddlers learn to manage their own injuries by being able to request their BumpBuddy and then apply themselves.
Check out our new range – Diaper Cakes
Running out of gift ideas? Check out our beautiful range of diaper cakes at http://www.tykesntots.com/shop/diaper-cake/
For more details, contact Felicia at 9009 7743.
Did You Know? – Symbolism of New Year Dishes
On New Year’s Eve, the entire family would gather together for reunion dinner. Dishes served during this dinner have special meanings – for example, the fish, chicken or duck must be served whole, including the head and the tail. Below are some of the ingredients that are prepared within the dishes to symbolise prosperity:
Niangao (New Year cake) – an increase in status every year.
Spring Rolls – good harvest and prosperity.
Chinese cabbage – growth of all living things.
Vermicelli – gold threads.
Dumplings – shaped like ancient gold ingots, also called Fortune God Dumplings.
Bamboo shoots – growth in status and good business.
Soybean sprouts – shaped like ruyi (a jade ornament) that brings good luck.
Fish (yu) – implying nian nian you yu, meaning there will be surplus every year.
Useful Tip
What do we do with old, rusty coins? Before you decide to throw them away, try soaking them in a cup of Coke…Voila! The rust is gone and mint-condition coins!!
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