Xia Qingzi - Chinese New Year Thanksgiving Fest... Better

Instead of a traditional dry-brined turkey, try a Chinese twist.

From my home to yours— 新年快乐，感恩有你！ (Happy New Year, and thank you for being here.) Xia Qingzi - Chinese New Year Thanksgiving Fest...

Whether you are an overseas Chinese missing the flavors of home, or a food lover looking to bridge cultures, here is how to curate a festive table that honors both traditions. Instead of a traditional dry-brined turkey, try a

While general spring cleaning happens before New Year’s Day (to sweep out bad luck), Xia Qingzi cleaning is different. It is called Sweeping the Thanks (扫谢). Families sweep toward the center of the house, not out the door. By gathering dust inward, they symbolically collect the "blessings of the past year" into the heart of the home. Instead of a traditional dry-brined turkey