{"id":24979,"date":"2024-01-25T17:00:58","date_gmt":"2024-01-25T09:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nsman.safra.sg\/?p=24979"},"modified":"2024-02-02T13:07:57","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T05:07:57","slug":"lunar-new-year-2024-welcoming-the-year-of-the-dragon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nsman.safra.sg\/lunar-new-year-2024-welcoming-the-year-of-the-dragon\/","title":{"rendered":"Lunar New Year 2024: Welcoming The Year Of The Dragon!"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Lunar New Year is upon us once more. The streets are decked out with festive decorations, crowds of people will be out and about, buying new clothes and stocking up on traditional goodies and snacks, and preparing for the all-important reunion dinner on the eve of Lunar New Year.<\/p>\n

We sought out four merrymakers to ask what usually happens during their Lunar New Year, and how they plan to celebrate this year.<\/p>\n

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Veniz (left) with her son<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The entire family is really busy throughout the year, so this is one of the rare opportunities for us to share a meal and spend time together. And I\u2019m a perfectionist, so the meal must be excellent. I\u2019ll probably prepare the same few dishes that I have always made since my kids were in primary school \u2013 pen cai (basin of premium braised seafood, meat and vegetables), ngoh hiang (minced pork rolls) and a steamboat.<\/p>\n

It takes a lot of effort \u2013 countless trips to the wet market with my son and hours of prep work. We haven\u2019t even started talking about the spring cleaning before the festivities, and the clean ups after the visits and meals. I\u2019m in a love-hate relationship with the occasion, as I know it will be a lot of work. And I have a full-time job that demands my attention as well.<\/p>\n

But seeing my family together makes it all so worthwhile.<\/p>\n

– Veniz Kwong, General Manager <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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\"JermynI want to begin my Year of the Dragon better and happier, with lots of eating, chatting and laughing!<\/p>\n

This year, I\u2019ll probably head to my friend\u2019s home. We\u2019re still deciding on the food options but I hope it\u2019ll be a steamboat! He jokingly told me to bring a hongbao so let\u2019s see how he likes it with 5-cent coins.<\/p>\n

– Jermyn Tan, Human Resource Executive<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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\nDon’t miss these exciting Lunar New Year events and promotions<\/span><\/a>, happening at all SAFRA clubs from 27 January!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Tat Sang (first from left) with his family<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

We have to talk about the white elephant in the room \u2013 the nosy relatives.<\/p>\n

I get the whole \u201cI haven\u2019t seen you in so long, and just want to catch up\u201d vibe but it can be overwhelming!<\/p>\n

That said, I love their outspoken nature, that they are open and honest about their concern and love for me. But it\u2019s really the festive vibes that make this occasion so special and unique \u2013 how many times a year do you even get to sit with your relatives and just spend time catching up? I\u2019m most excited about the mahjong session planned with my friends; I already feel the magic from the God of Fortune in me!<\/p>\n

Gong Xi Fa Cai everyone!<\/p>\n

– CFC (NS) Po Tat Sang, 3AMB \/ Trade Operations Executive<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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\"MaoDelicious food, long late night chats with relatives and once-a-year delicacies? What\u2019s not to love? I\u2019m not a huge fan of the large gatherings though, since it is impossible to get to know every relative in an extended family reunion. But still, it\u2019s a great opportunity to mingle and learn about new stories and developments in the lives of my loved ones.<\/p>\n

Oh, and the steamboat dinners! I live for them!<\/p>\n

– 3SG (NS) Mao Han, 701 SIR MSC\/ Undergraduate<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n


\nAdd one of these auspicious yusheng platters<\/span><\/a> to your Lunar New Year celebrations!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Want more articles like this, and other lifestyle content right in your inbox? Download the new\u00a0SAFRA mobile app<\/a><\/span>\u00a0and opt in for the eNSman Newsletter \u2013 you don\u2019t need to be a SAFRA member to subscribe \u2013 and never miss another story!<\/i><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Main photo: RDNE Stock project from Pexels<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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