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Chinese New Year is the Traditional Start of Spring. In the Philippines it is normally celebrated on the third week of January, Which is Jan 28, Saturday and is observed as a special non working holiday. Here, Filipino-Chinese communities celebrate Chinese New Year with family and friends for fiesting and little fireworks. I remember going to boning and seeing the celebration first hand. The whole place is decorated; everybody is happy, lots of food on sale and is best for you to walk. You can see a lot of dragon and lion dancers on streets and establishments dancing on the beat of oriental drums. They say dragons and lions are a symbol of great power, dignity, fertility, wisdom and auspiciousness. The lion symbolizes success, prosperous, fearlessness and joy. The celebration is also in aspiration of attracting good fortune, strong family ties and to ward off evil spirits. Famous on these 16 day festival season is the tikoy. A Chinese sticky sweet treat that symbolizes the attraction of good luck and a strong sticky family bond. Lucky foods to eat during Chinese New Year have been observed because of their symbolism and meaning. To start is the all time favorite noodles. A symbol of happiness and longevity to the eater. Sweet Rice Balls which symbolizes Family togetherness, reunion and being with each other. Chinese Dumplings which means Wealth. A different Dumpling Fillings Have different meaning some adds a copper coin in the dumpling and the one who eats it is lucky enough to become rich and wealthy. Traditionally, dumplings with cabbage and radish are also eaten, implying that ones skin will become healthy and one’s outlook will become successful. Fish is for Increase in Prosperity. Another famous food is fruits. We can all agree that this is something that is always mentioned on TV and radio programs on Chinese New Year. They symbolize Good Fortune, Fullness and Wealth Fruits eaten and sometimes decorated as centre pieces during the Chinese New Year period are tangerines, oranges, and pomelos. They are handpicked because they are round and "golden" in color, symbolizing fullness and wealth. Chinese New Year fruits, again eaten or displayed, like tangerines and oranges is believed to bring good luck and fortune. While eating pomelos is thought to bring continuous prosperity. Of course the more you eat the more wealth it will bring. Finally there are a lot more to mention but in the Philippines we believe these are the most common ones. To help you on your New Year shopping we are suggesting machines that will help you in rice cakes and rice balls. WE have the LK-300 STD Threshers Threshing drum ton ensures high percentage of separation recovery (99-100%).Shaker separates palay grains from fine wastes.2 blowers with air control for regulated blowing to separate clean palay grains from fine wastes.Tires, hitchpoint and holes for towing bar to transport with an ease. Compact and Portable Corn Mill with Corn Sifter and Aspirator Compact and PortableConsists of a degerminator and pin-type milling assembly, Replaceable milling screens to mill different sizes, Constructed from locally available materials, With corn sifter and aspirator. Heavy Duty 1-1.2 Tons Tool box and Chair Trailer Tool box and chair at the same time. 1 Ha / Day Floating Tiller, Double Clutch SK-160 with Ride-on Tractor Clutch for tightening of the belt. Guide for plowing. Makes the tiller float. RMD - LK66 6 Tons Recirculating Grain Dryer,Big Garbage Shredder With Durable Blades With dust pin for air cleaning and dust collection,Control panel with automatic temperature controller and grain level indicator and individual motor control/ ON-OFF push button, Bagging bin with dust piping for dust control, Loading / discharge augers made of SS material, Roller / cutter grain unloader made of SS material, Sprocket and chain drive for grain unloader, Provided with intake loading platform, Catwalks, maintenance, ladders and belt guards, with built-in grain spreader. We also have Fireworks Ground Spinning Fireworks, 90 Crackling Assault, Golden Spinners Fountain, 7 Shots Pearl Of EastAssorted Small Luces, Paguding Special Fountain, Pagoda Special Fountain, Big Pagoda Triangle Special Fountain, Crackling Fountain with 10 Balls Roman Candle, Fullr.c with Crackling Fountain, Golden Eagle Fountain, Lights And Stars Fireworks, Party Popper, Lion Dance Fireworks, Rain Of Fire FireworksRed And Green Luces, Enchanting Glitters Fireworks, Pavane Fireworks, Rings Of Fire Fountain, 2" New Year Celebration Fireworks, Kwites Fireworks, Prosperity Fountain, Crackling Flower Fountain, Ras Dashen Fountain, Lucky Fountain, Small And Jumbo Silver Fountain, Vikings Voyage Fireworks, Titan Fireworks, Roman Fireworks We also have Noodles Misua A thin white wheat based dried noodle originated from Fujian, China. It is best used in noodle soups. Efuven & Fettucine Italian inspired wheat flour based fried noodles made from the high quality wheat flour and fresh eggs which gives its natural color.Fresh Noodles Variants Medium Size Noodles, Small Size Noodles Packing 500 grams, 225 grams. Super Choice Golden Bihon Packing 227 grams, 500 grams and 12 kilos. HOBE Special Bihon HOBE Special Bihon is made using state-of- the-art production processes from only the finest-milled cornstarch yet maintaining the same taste and quality of traditional bihon noodles. Its firmness and smoothness make it ideal for soups, stir fries and other oriental dishes. Hobe Express Discover the true taste of Bihon in 4 easy steps (Boil, Drain, Season, and Serve) with HOBE Express Instant Bihon. Enjoy the delicious and savoury flavours of authentic bihon in an instant. Quick and easy to prepare, it will definitely make you ask for more! We also have FruitsBanana (Saba or Cavendish), Avocado (Puree or any cut), VHT/HWT Mango, Mango You can also choose from Decorations Apple Fruit design Abaca Fiber Hanging lamp, Red, Pear Fruit Design Abaca Fiber Hanging lamp, Light Green , Orange Fruit Design Abaca Fiber Hanging lamp, Apricot - Decorative Candles, Green Samurai Neem Aroma Candle Neem Aroma Candle naturally repels mosquitoes because it contains organic extract derived from neem trees, keeping you safe from mosquito bites especially from dengue carrying pest. In addition, it releases small, continuous, and subtle aromatic essential oil that sooths and enhance your state of mind. Blackberry - Scented Candles, GC45 - Glass Candles, Worn Horseshoe Home Ornament for Goodluck Home Decor / Home Ornament, Made of Worn, For Goodluck, Frame Made of Mahogany, Free glover left, Comes with box for Gift Set. |
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