Festive

Happy Chinese New Year! The time for family reunions, great food, and of course…getting that sweet angpow! It’s a tradition where married adults give red packets containing $$$ to children, teenagers, and unmarried adults. You can actually get a sizeable amount over CNY. How to spend it is a question we ask ourselves every year. As most parents would advise when it comes to angpows, “Spend it wisely!” We’d recommend that as well! However, you don’t necessarily need to let go of treating yourself. Although there is no standard guideline, we recommend spending 80% of your angpow responsibly

One of the great Raya traditions is to feast together with family and friends in an open house gathering. But eating may also continue outside of feasts with food stocked up at home. The traditional Malay cuisine served during Hari Raya can be irresistible but overeating some of them can be harmful to health. That’s all the more reason to be extra mindful with our eating while still enjoying the festivities. ​ Source: Tenor Healthier alternatives There’s always healthier alternatives when it comes to food. If you are preparing food, use a lighter version of coconut milk or replace it with