January 14, 2020
What is Chinese New Year?
Did you know that the start of a new moon falls on the 25th of January this year?
In other words, Chinese New Year is approaching! This festival is the most important celebration in China. The Chinese tradition dedicates a year to one of the twelve animals from the Chinese Zodiac:
Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig.
The year 2020 is dedicated to the first animal in the Zodiac, the Rat!
Do you know why the Rat is first? In Chinese mythology, twelve animals were selected to compete in a race. The Rat tricked the Ox to let it ride on its back. When the Ox was close to the finish line, the rat jumped ahead and became the first one to complete the race.
How is it celebrated?
Specific dishes are eaten to bring good luck for the coming year. Dishes like dumplings, fish, Tangyuen (Glutinous sesame rice balls), Niangao (Glutinous rice cakes), Fruits (tangerines and oranges), and Longevity noodles.
When this festival arrives, you will be surrounded by the color red. Wearing red and decorating with this color is believed to bring you good luck and fortune.
Red envelopes are given to children and retirees which are also believed to bring good luck!
What can I give?
If you are looking to send something nice to your friends for Chinese New Year but don't know what to get, take a look at our Chinese New Year Gift Baskets!
Our beautiful red baskets are filled with lucky items such as the red envelope, golden chocolate coins and of course all red packaged products!
We hope to be able to bring good luck and fortune to anyone that receives these baskets!
Person that received the basket loved it
Classic Wine and Truffles Gift Box
Loved the packaging and the superb delivery. the items in the basket were in excellent quality. Thank you.
Very pleased
The people who received this basket were very happy with it.
Neutral Luxury Baby Gift Baskets
My sister said she loved it.
The basket of chocolates and dozen mixed roses were excellent and cheered up to recipient who was recovering from surgery. I was very impressed with the size and quality.
The fruit was fresh, beautifully arranged, and arrived on time. My mom loved the variety and commented that everything tasted like it was picked at the peak of ripeness. It was a simple, healthy gift that felt thoughtful without being over the top. I’d definitely order again.
Excellent
A thoughtful gift with good variety
I am very pleased with my purchase of the Lulujo Knit Cellular Blanket. It is a 100% cotton, lightweight and the perfect size. Also, it is machine washable and keeps its shape once washed. I highly recommend this blanket. My Baskets offer the blanket in the colours blue or pale pink.
Lavender And Rosemary Candle 6oz.
It's a pleasure to deal with a company today that delivers what it advertises. I have used My Baskets a few times now, and have been thoroughly pleased with the service. I will continue to purchase all my gift baskets here. And highly recommend My Baskets to all friends and family members.
Prosecco Bubble and Amazing Birthday Roses