Today marks the beginning of Chinese New Year. The festivities continue for fifteen days and end with a lantern ceremony. I love the vibrant colors of this holiday. Rich reds, yellows and oranges abound. This year is extra-special because not only is it Year of the Dragon (which only rolls around every twelve years), it is Year of the Water Dragon and that only happens every sixty years.
Last weekend I went to Chinatown Center to get a head start on the festivities. Check for events going on in your part of the world or simply find an authentic Chinese restaurant and savor some of the delicious, often exotic, dishes offered up for the holiday.
