AsiaOne brings you Chinese New Year

	Eating out during Chinese New Year
	You don't have to stay at home eating frozen food when the hotels are offering delicious New Year fare.

	Takeaway festive Feasts
	If you want to avoid the madding crowds at restaurants or long hours toiling in the kitchen, u can order a dish or two from our drool-worthy list.

	New Chinese dining options in the new year
	2008 seems to have ushered in some pretty exciting restaurants.

	Golden gifts on fruit
	Giving mandarin oranges during Chinese New Year is a time-honoured tradition.

	Rat comes in many forms this Chinese New Year
	Inspiration struck when a retired art teacher noticed that several yams he intended to buy were shaped like rats. He carved yam rats are ready to usher in the Chinese New Year as they represent this year's zodiac animal.

	Stamp of approval for 'kek lapis'
	The layered cake is recognized as one of Sarawak's signature products, and those of good quality will be given a 'Sarawak's Best' certification. The cake is a popular dish during festive seasons.

	Sweet festive trove
	More than a snacks tray, the eight treasures box is steeped in both Taoist and Buddhist history. Find out what are the traditional food items used to fill the boxes and try our suggested list of contemporary candies and goodies for an updated version.

	Food deals
	Snag these good deals during the festive season while you are out shopping for planning for a family reunion dinner.

	Auspicious feast
	Usher in the Year of the Rat with popular dishes that symbolise prosperity, wealth and health.

	High tea heaven
	It is increasingly popular to pair food with Chinese tea as you would wine. Usher in the New Year with premium Chinese teas at these places.

	In a sweet bind
	Eating festive nian gao with the family is said to augur well for the year ahead.

	Lobster, abalone and gold dust
	In addition to raw fish, add in items such as abalone and geoduck to your yu sheng this year.

	Don't settle, get real nyonya tarts
	Treat yourself to this tantalising selection of pineapple tarts over Chinese New Year.

	Back to basins
	Pen cai or literally basins of food are becoming popular takeaway items during Chinese New Year.