Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Chinese New Year Delicacies - Wordless Wednesday

I'm busy making preparations for Chinese New Year. After giving the house a good thorough cleaning, it's time to go shopping for Chinese New Year goodies. It is also the time to thank our clients and business associates for their support for the past year. Gifts or food hampers are sent. As married children, it is our custom to buy New Year delicacies for our elders as well.

Cookies are served to visitors on Chinese New Year.

Chinese traditional cakes are offered during prayers.

Waxed meats as gifts, one of our traditional Chinese New Year dishes.





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  1. L BTuesday, January 29, 2008 at 9:04:00 PM GMT+8

    I so miss those waxed duck!!!! Aiseh! Where can I find some? Plastic duck not so authentic..

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  2. KokTuesday, January 29, 2008 at 9:06:00 PM GMT+8

    eastcoastlife,
    Wah! Those cookies quite cheap at Singapore hor? Here...RM10+ at least...

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  3. eastcoastlifeTuesday, January 29, 2008 at 9:10:00 PM GMT+8

    LB,
    Yah, waxed. Make sure he's got no hair. wahahahaha.......

    Can send waxed duck to Italy anot? I send one and also waxed pork and lap cheong.

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  4. eastcoastlifeTuesday, January 29, 2008 at 9:10:00 PM GMT+8

    Kok,
    Cheap but quality not so good. I prefer to bake my own cookies.

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  5. maryt/theteachTuesday, January 29, 2008 at 9:26:00 PM GMT+8

    Such preparation for a Happy New Year! Eastcoast I put up a Chinese character just below my WW on Tuesday post. What do you think?

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  6. AnonymousTuesday, January 29, 2008 at 10:15:00 PM GMT+8

    yummy!

    I miss my chinese neighbor in here since they left already. we used to celebrate chinese new year with them.

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  7. UnknownTuesday, January 29, 2008 at 10:26:00 PM GMT+8

    Such a delicious time of the year. Food does have a celebration quality that makes you feel satisfied and happy.

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  8. Napaboaniya.Elaine LingTuesday, January 29, 2008 at 10:38:00 PM GMT+8

    Time to stock up on 'fuo tui' those chinese ham!! :P After CNY, so hard to find in Singapore :(
    Ur pictures constantly reminding me that CNY is drawing nearer and nearer leh..heehee

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  9. ellen b.Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at 11:03:00 PM GMT+8

    Happy New Year to you!

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  10. AnonymousTuesday, January 29, 2008 at 11:05:00 PM GMT+8

    Hi Eastcoastlife, wow, waxed meats...sounds cute.

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  11. Pretty Life OnlineTuesday, January 29, 2008 at 11:43:00 PM GMT+8

    looks so yummy!!! Xin Nian Kuai le! hope you'll visit mine too...

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  12. Heart of RachelTuesday, January 29, 2008 at 11:54:00 PM GMT+8

    Great photos. Chinese New Year is a big occasion here as well. Wishing you a wonderful celebration ahead.

    You may find my WW here.

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  13. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 12:10:00 AM GMT+8

    Got waxed meats in Singapore?! I love those waxed duck. But isn't Singapore a bit too warm to keep those hanging in air like the ones in picture? I usually see those waxed duck during winter in HK. Very good ... very unhealthy ...

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  14. rainbow angelesWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 12:10:00 AM GMT+8

    What's that black black cakes? Over here no see before geh... O.o

    My favourite is pineapple tarts.. just love 'em! Esp. those soft soft ones... where the pineapple filling is inside the soft cookie (?)... yummmm... not easy to find fresh and nice ones here.. also very expensive...

    Wah talk so much I also hungwee liao! Gong Xi Fa Cai, ECL!! Fatt fatt fattt!!! (Eh, not fat, ok haha)

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  15. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 12:29:00 AM GMT+8

    Those look tasty! I wonder what waxed meat would taste like?

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  16. Simple AmericanWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 12:31:00 AM GMT+8

    Hi hi!

    Sorry I have been such a stranger as of late. Trying to kick start my business has taken up a lot of my time.

    You really have me in the mood for CNY now. I can hardly wait. Dreaming of dinners and cookie boxes. Ducking kids begging for ang pad. kekeke. Kidding a bit.

    Hope you and your family have a wonderful time together for the holiday.

    Hey I am catching up on Scrabulous too.

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  17. SandeeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 12:57:00 AM GMT+8

    Well, this sounds like great fun. I've never heard of waxed meat before though. Have a great WW. :)

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  18. kyhWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 2:11:00 AM GMT+8

    woooohh reminds me of the imminent CNY! and holidays! wheee!!! cant for for it to come! tong tong tong tong chiangggg!

    ang pow ang pow come come come! :P

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  19. Jenn in HollandWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 2:34:00 AM GMT+8

    Oh, how wonderful! Happy new year to you!

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  20. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:09:00 AM GMT+8

    Wow, beautiful colours everywhere. It must be so great to live there. Happy WW!

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  21. Jean-Luc PicardWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:32:00 AM GMT+8

    So much tasty food around!

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  22. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:58:00 AM GMT+8

    Yummy looking foodies there:) Can I have some of those? hehe

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  23. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 5:13:00 AM GMT+8

    we are celebrating this year with our Chinese daughter and I can't wait!! Have a wonderful CNY.

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  24. ellenWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 5:55:00 AM GMT+8

    happy new year to you my friend!.......

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  25. tammiWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 6:28:00 AM GMT+8

    Thanks for the culture lesson -- and beautiful pix! Could you explain 'waxed meat' to this Canadian?

    Happy WW and New Year!!

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  26. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 9:00:00 AM GMT+8

    happy early chinese new year! lots of delish there! :)

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  27. CheerioWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 9:35:00 AM GMT+8

    Oh Yes! Chinese New Year is few days away. I can't wait to taste those goodies again. Over here, we have them sold here at China Town. My favorite are Tikoy, Tikoy rolls, moon cake and others.

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  28. HartofDixie Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at 9:36:00 AM GMT+8

    Would love some cookies.
    Everything looks good!
    Happy WW.

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  29. CK NgWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 10:02:00 AM GMT+8

    Ah! CNY is just a week away! I'm very looking forward to it. Happy
    WW! :)

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  30. UnknownWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 11:50:00 AM GMT+8

    Wow, it's neat coming by here. I feel like I've been traveling. Thx for sharing.

    Come by and see mine -- more of a statement, actually. I'm about to get a makeover and change my name. Tho't I'd let you know. Happy WW :)

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  31. GattinaWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 1:02:00 PM GMT+8

    Hhhmmmm ! when I see all this it makes me homesick ! The best chinese food you can find in Europe is probably in London in China town. There I once dropped in when it was just new year celebration and had the best waxed duck ever ! and all the rest .... Most of the chinese Restaurants are too much adapted to European taste. The worst I found in Germany ! I think these chinese were born in a German village ! It was just disgusting.

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  32. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 1:18:00 PM GMT+8

    Wah... I miss those delicacies.. Usually my auntie in Jakarta will make the most delicious pineapple tarts ever.. Together with chocolate or cheese cookies.. And many other food..

    Sigh.. I'm not going back this CNY..

    Can gimme ang pow, ecl? LOL =P

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  33. HazelWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 2:07:00 PM GMT+8

    wow..thanks for sharing..nice photo

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  34. chartaoWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 2:34:00 PM GMT+8

    those cakes had brown color??

    photos taken in Chinatown?? dun think i will go there to squeeze with people!

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  35. D. Renee BagbyWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 2:52:00 PM GMT+8

    Great, now I'm hungrier than I was before. :) It looks like fun, a lot of work but fun.

    Happy WW!

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  36. UnknownWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 2:56:00 PM GMT+8

    My family celebrates Chinese New Year too! So I can relate with those cakes and all!

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  37. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 2:57:00 PM GMT+8

    I know those cakes...but hasn't tried those waxed duck! How are they like?

    Happy WW!

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  38. **"Liza"**Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at 3:09:00 PM GMT+8

    yep you gotta have sweet in the house right?!I'm sure your Chinese New Year will be a big blast..

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  39. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 3:20:00 PM GMT+8

    There are a lot of Chinese people here in Hawaii, so there are also a lot of Chinese New Year celebrations every year, too. Happy New Year -- coming up soon!

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  40. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:33:00 PM GMT+8

    Marytheteach,
    My Mom and aunts used to make preparations for Chinese New Year one month early. There are lots of things to do.

    Clean the entire house, paint, repair where necessary. Put on new curtains, new year decorations. Shop for new year goodies and gifts. Baked and cooked..... It's a joyous festival for the Chinese.

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  41. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:34:00 PM GMT+8

    awww ... mousey!
    Want to come celebrate with me? hehe....

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  42. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:35:00 PM GMT+8

    Teacher Dave,
    For the Chinese, every celebration there is food.... and plenty of it.

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  43. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:37:00 PM GMT+8

    napaboaniya,
    You can find fuo tui in Upper Cross Street any time of the year. Chinatown sure has everything Chinese!

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  44. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:39:00 PM GMT+8

    wilfrid,
    Singapore has almost everything in the world, as long as you are willing to pay for it!

    I agree the weather condition isn't too good for the waxed ducks exposed in the open. I usually buy from familiar shop where it is air-conditioned.

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  45. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:43:00 PM GMT+8

    My angel,
    That black kueh is a traditional Teochew snack. I'll blog about it and the waxed meats in my next post.

    I love pineapple tarts too. They are a must have during CNY. ong lai, ong lai.... good luck coming!

    Wishing everybody have a fatt fatt (prosperous) year!

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  46. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:44:00 PM GMT+8

    simple American,
    *piak piak SA bum*

    MIA for so long. You should be helping your missus prepare for CNY too. And fretting over the ang pows. hehehe.....

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  47. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:46:00 PM GMT+8

    sandee (comedy +) and valley girl,
    My next post is on waxed duck and some traditional CNY food.

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  48. StephanieWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:47:00 PM GMT+8

    Great photos and information about CNY traditions.

    Thanks for visiting my WW post. I answered your question here.

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  49. Mike MinzesWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:49:00 PM GMT+8

    We are preparing for the New Year here too. I love the Chinese New Year!! I can't wait to eat all that gooooooooood food!!!

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  50. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:49:00 PM GMT+8

    Gattina,
    Make plans to come to Singapore for a tropical holiday and lotsa delicious Chinese food! Have 3 meals a day, promise you there is no repeat of dishes,.... you can eat different dishes everyday for at least a month!

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  51. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:51:00 PM GMT+8

    Leonard,
    Yes, the photos are taken in Chinatown, that's where I'm at almost every day now. Shopping and shopping and spending to boost Singapore's economy! hahaha.....

    The brown cakes are a traditional Teochew snack.

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  52. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:56:00 PM GMT+8

    Mariposa,
    Waxed duck tastes like wax. hahaha.... My next post will be on the waxed delicacies. :)

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  53. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 4:59:00 PM GMT+8

    liza,
    Yes, lots of sweets to symbolise happiness and no hardship for the rest of the year! Lots of auspicious items will be displayed during CNY!

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  54. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 5:00:00 PM GMT+8

    Mike,
    Aren't you glad you're celebrating CNY?! It's a fun and awesome festival, isn't it? Not just the food. :)

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  55. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 7:19:00 PM GMT+8

    Wow, look at all the lupcheongs!

    I paid GBP£5.40 for 400gms of lau yea lupcheongs!

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  56. eastcoastlifeWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 7:26:00 PM GMT+8

    judy,
    Wah! That's expensive! Those in the photos are not so good quality ones. I buy from the shop that is reputable. Pay a bit more for good quality lup cheong.

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  57. ShannonWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 9:09:00 PM GMT+8

    Have a wonderful holiday and enjoy all of the tasty food. We will be heading to Tanjung Lesung Sailing Club in west Java for some rest and relaxation over the holiday.

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  58. LoriWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 9:19:00 PM GMT+8

    I wish we had places like that here...I think outdoor markets are so cool:) Happy WW and thanks for stopping by.

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  59. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 10:07:00 PM GMT+8

    I wish I could come and partake in the celebration!

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  60. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 10:16:00 PM GMT+8

    Wah... so many cookies! My Mom and I only managed to bake about 40 normal plastic containers )= Haha....

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  61. Tips_tricksWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 10:25:00 PM GMT+8

    Looks oh so good! Will you send some my way?

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  62. AnonymousWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 10:26:00 PM GMT+8

    Wow! Happy New Year!

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  63. Utah MommyWednesday, January 30, 2008 at 11:49:00 PM GMT+8

    I love all of them they sure looks yummy to my mouth lol! Thanks for sharing. Happy WW!

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  64. day-dreamerThursday, January 31, 2008 at 12:00:00 AM GMT+8

    I'm waiting for my pineapple tarts, cornflake cookies, chocolate-coated cookies, bee hives, kueh kapek, 春卷 etc etc.

    Wahahahaa~ can't wait for CNY!

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  65. Tammy and ParkerThursday, January 31, 2008 at 12:10:00 AM GMT+8

    Happy New Year!

    It looks to be an amazing celebration.

    Tammy and Parker

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  66. jams o donnellThursday, January 31, 2008 at 1:03:00 AM GMT+8

    Ooh that all looks so tasty! Happy WW

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  67. DeniseThursday, January 31, 2008 at 1:21:00 AM GMT+8

    Yummy! I want some! :)

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  68. LZmommyThursday, January 31, 2008 at 1:45:00 AM GMT+8

    You must be super busy now... Perhaps we should meet after CNY for coffee :)

    You bake your own CNY cookies? *ENVY*

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  69. Hey it's Amy BensonThursday, January 31, 2008 at 1:55:00 AM GMT+8

    Oh my goodness. How yummy for you! I want some please? can i can i? :D

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  70. CynthiaThursday, January 31, 2008 at 2:53:00 AM GMT+8

    Looks like some good stuff!

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  71. GabrielThursday, January 31, 2008 at 4:04:00 AM GMT+8

    I just finished my lunch. Now I saw these pictures and I'm hungry again... you can tell they're good!

    My post: Clowns in stripes

    Happy WW!

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  72. NatalieThursday, January 31, 2008 at 5:27:00 AM GMT+8

    YUM!!!!

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  73. NatalieThursday, January 31, 2008 at 5:48:00 AM GMT+8

    Oh...I've given you an award on my blog. :)

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  74. AnonymousThursday, January 31, 2008 at 9:39:00 AM GMT+8

    Ok, what on earth is a waxed meat? LOL

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  75. tomshideawayThursday, January 31, 2008 at 11:31:00 AM GMT+8

    Waxed meat.....hmm I bet it's delicious, but it sounds like would be X rated if it was a movie title!!

    Feb 7th almost here!! Happy Year of the Rat!!

    I appeared during the year of the dog, so I guess my picture makes sense!!

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  76. AnonymousThursday, January 31, 2008 at 2:56:00 PM GMT+8

    I missed everything of CNY so much..!! everyone send me something.. muahahahhaha!!!!

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  77. DoreenThursday, January 31, 2008 at 5:10:00 PM GMT+8

    I miss those "bak gua" and keropok with archa. They're my favourite!

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  78. maySunday, February 3, 2008 at 7:11:00 PM GMT+8

    ahhh, you just reminded me to go CNY shopping in the next 2 days before the reunion dinner. mustn't go empty handed, hor?

    I think I'll skip the waxed duck though... lol!

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