The cracking of fireworks, beating of drums, clanging of
cymbals, shouting of people, everywhere ... what occasion would
cause such a conglomeration of people in the heart of Chinatown? It
is the atmosphere of the celebration of Lunar New Year, which is
celebrated in the lunar calendar (commonly known as Chinese New
Year) which typically falls within the months of January or
February. As for this year, which is the year of the Tiger, Lunar
New Year is on February 1, 2022. Lunar New Year is celebrated in
China, Vietnam, Singapore, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines,
Cambodia, as well as in other heavily Asian populated
countries.
Along with an array of festivities, special foods, based on
Cantonese customs, are prepared to compliment the celebration. One
of the more common dishes you'll come across during this time
period is Lunar New Year pudding, also known as gau.
Gau is made with mochi flour and sugar, and is topped with
a red date. According to tradition, this
