Foods that will bring luck in 2025
The year 2024 is about to end, and year-end celebrations are accompanied by an assortment of foods believed to bring abundance and prosperity. Here are some of the lucky foods on New Year’s Eve to attract good fortune in the year ahead.
Fish
According to Chinese culture, a whole fish signifies good fortune as its Chinese word (yu) means riches and abundance. As they swim forward in schools, fish also represent moving forward.
Pork
Some of you may wonder why pork is included on the list, but it has been associated with wealth and good fortune for hundreds of years. With the pig’s tendency to move forward through the earth, it is believed to represent moving forward and discovering new things while its plumpness symbolizes sustenance .
Pancit
Birthdays, anniversaries, and New Year’s Eve, pancit has been a staple food during these special ocassions as it symbolizes longevity. Make sure not to break the noodles while preparing to follow this superstition.
Leafy Greens
Leafy vegetables represent wealth with their green, flat leaves and are meant to be reminiscent of money. Don’t forget to add proteins and other veggies on your salad for a more flavor.
Dumplings
Dumplings are sumptious traditional Chinese food usually eaten on New Year’s Eve to attract wealth. According to the tradition, the more dumplings you eat, the more money you can attract in the coming year.
