The story behind “lai see” and how to receive your red packets graciously

Chinese New Year is upon us and that means red packets need to be given and received! Known in Mandarin as hong bao (紅包) and in Cantonese as lai see (利是), these cash-filled red packets represent luck, happiness and good fortune. The tradition of lai see giving is carried out by married couples or elders as a symbol of well-wishing （祝福） to bring good ...Read More