On the auspicious day of 人日 (Yan Yat in Cantonese) observed on the seventh day of the Lunar New Year, which fell on 3rd Feb this year, Hotel Excelsior in Ipoh invited three ferocious "lions" to perform an energetic acrobatic dance to usher in the Year of the Rooster. Amidst thumping of the drum and clashing ... continue reading »

Chinese New Year is a wonderful opportunity for families to get together. After all, for many families, it is only a once-a-year occasion. Although the modern generation may skip making a trip home for Chinese New Year, or would rather spend the "holidays" on an overseas vacation, traditionally, people do not mind braving the miles, crowd ... continue reading »