The Year of the Dragon is fast approaching with Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year) officially falling on the 10th of February this year. Apart from the obvious red packets, gift-giving is a huge part of the festivities. Need some ideas and inspiration on what to get? Check out our Chinese New Year Food Gift delivery ideas to find that perfect gift for your loved ones and yourself!
Planning to cook and need some halal Chinese New Year recipes? Check these out too:
What Does the Year of Dragon Symbolise?
In Chinese culture, a dragon has always represented imperial power and authority. Therefore, when it comes to the year of the dragon, it symbolises power, nobility, honour, good luck, strength, and success. It is the fifth animal in the Chinese zodiac and is the only mythical creature of all the animals in the Chinese zodiac.
Halal-friendly Chinese New Year Food Gifts in London / UK
*This list will be continuously updated as more Chinese New Year offers pop up.
Biscuit Boutique
Every year and for every occasion, Biscuit Boutique never fail to impress. For this year’s Chinese New Year collection, they’ve launched dragon-themed Speculoos Chocolate Sandwich Biscuits, available in various colours, that also come in a gorgeous red box with red envelopes included. Don’t forget to use code ‘DRAGON10’ to get a 10%-off discount as well!
Delivery: Nationwide
Cutter & Squidge
This year’s Lunar New Year treats look a little different at Cutter & Squidge with its newly released products. For instance, you can get Mochi Brownies, Pineapple Cake Bites, as well as Sparkling Tea which is available to purchase on its own or in a Lunar New Year hamper! If this is your first time purchasing from Cutter & Squidge, you can sign up for their newsletter and receive 15% off your order!
Delivery: Nationwide
Biscuiteers
Biscuiteers offer designs for every occasion, including this Chinese New Year letterbox biscuit. It consists of lemon biscuits, hand-iced to designs of a traditional Chinese lantern, a lucky red envelope, and a dragon.
Delivery: Nationwide
Rice Guys Halal Roast Duck
You know what would be perfect to put on the table for a Chinese New Year feast? A proper whole roast duck. Back by popular demand, Rice Guys is bringing back their halal Cantonese Roast Duck DIY kit and it should be on everyone‘s radar to get their orders in! It’s seriously so well-marinated, easy to prep, and it’s super succulent and juicy. Pre-orders are available for delivery on Jan 31st & Feb 7th.
Delivery: Nationwide
Crosstown Doughnuts
For this Lunar New Year, not only is Crosstown Doughnut bringing back their popular limited CNY Pandan Doughnut, but they are also including another limited special item which is Pandan Lamington Doughnuts! They are available for purchase individually or in a Lunar New Year Doughnut Selection Box of 6/12 containing a mix of both flavours. Limited numbers of the individual doughnut flavours will also be available in-store from 26th January.
Delivery: Nationwide
Krispy Kreme
Whenever in doubt, there’s Krispy Kreme to save the day. This year, they are offering some special Lunar New Year doughnuts featuring the Lucky Dragon (filled with Biscoff kreme, dipped in red icing, gold icing lines and topped with dragon plaque), Fireball (filled with zesty lemon kreme, dipped in red icing, orange frosting and colourful sprinkles), and the Starburst Sparkle (dipped in gold icing, scattered with gold sugar nibs, with red icing and a gold star plaque).
Delivery: Nationwide
Sakurado
Every year, Sakurado would come up with the most adorable-looking collection of Lunar New Year treats. For the Year of the Dragon, you’ll find the cutest choux filled with a mini dragon, Chinese New Year-themed cupcakes, mochi cookies with chocolate coins, etc.
Delivery: Nationwide (coming soon) & in-stores
Too Much Sugar
Nian gao, i.e. Chinese New Year Glutinous Cake, is a staple dish for Lunar New Year. If you live around South East London near Canada Water, then you’re in luck with some amazing Nian Gaos from Too Much Sugar. This year, they are offering a new & improved Pandan Nian Gao in addition to the traditional Brown Sugar Nian Gao.
Delivery: South East London only
Sambal Shiok
Back by popular demand, Sambal Shiok’s Chinese New Year Yee Sang Prosperity Toss Salad is back again this year! Unfortunately, they are no longer doing nationwide delivery for it but collection dates are open on Fridays (2/9/16th Feb) and Saturdays (3/10/17th Feb). Alternatively, you can pre-order it for dine-in between 1st-24th February as well with at least 24 hours notice.
Delivery: Collection / Dine-in only
(Location: Holloway Road)
