The most important festival in China is sweeping our doors once again. It does not only mean long holidays, but also the time to give gifts to family and friends.
If you’re still looking for the perfect gift, here are some tips on what to give as well as etiquette guidelines for giving gifts. Get access to our complete catalog by clicking here.
Red Envelope
When we were young, this has always been our favorite part because red envelope means money! Your aunties, uncles, married cousins will give a red envelope to you with a minimal amount of HKD 10. When we get older, we get the red envelopes from our boss with at least HKD 500 inside it (we hope). Money is the most practical choice. You either can save it in the bank, invest it in stocks or use it for shopping!
Cigarette
A packet of cigarettes won’t do so you have to be prepared with at least two cartons of cigarettes with their favorite brands. (Please smoke moderately)..
Tea
This is the most favored drink of Chinese people. They drink it in the morning, lunch, and dinner time, even in between. Just remember to give two boxes at least and it will be greatly appreciated.
Alcohol
Drinking alcohol is the most important tradition during Chinese New Year. This is usually drunk during Chinese New Year Eve with the family while good food is being served. Chinese drink for happiness, good relationships, and other wishes. (Please drink moderately).
Fruits
You may give any types of fruits except pears. This is the safest and healthiest gift you can give that suits for all ages, especially during the pandemic. Just make sure to wash the fruits before cutting and eating them up together.
Now, those are the most common Chinese New Year Gifts. If you are looking for something special, try the following to make them remember you throughout the year!
This is an excellent gift to ladies who loves to pamper themselves. Now that going to the spa can be a little impossible because of the pandemic, doing spa at home is now possible with this bath bombs gift set!
This isn’t only for kids but also for adults who would like to reminisce their favorite TV series: F.R.I.E.N.D.S. The set contains 1,070 pieces so sitting down with family and friends while building the set can be very entertaining while catching up.
Capture those moments with this Inxtax Mini. Take a photo, print it right away and give it as souvenir!
Etiquette Guidelines for Gift Giving
- Stick to the color theme: Red, Yellow, and Gold. As much as possible avoid black and white colors on your gifts.
- Avoid odd numbers. Remember that it is considered impolite if you take three kinds of gifts when visiting a Chinese family.
- Hand it over upon arrival.
Finally, don’t forget to greet them with “Kung Hei Fat Choi!” or “Gong Xi Fa Cai!” with a smile!
