Celebrate the Year of the Dragon

Chinese New Year is one of China’s biggest festivals, beginning this year on Sunday 22nd January (Chinese New Year’s Eve) and lasting around 15 days. The lanterns are lit, red envelopes sealed…but what about the food? Stock up on Oriental essentials with our dedicated section - shop now.

Each year in the Chinese calendar belongs to an animal of the zodiac. This year is the year of the dragon, and those born are said to be innovative, brave, and passionate…

Be innovative: try dimsum…but with traditionally English ingredients. How about spiced leek and potato wontons?
Be brave: try something new – have you discovered the fragrant flavour of fresh bergamot yet?
Be passionate: try the fiery heat of our incredible Calabrian n’duja, delicious in our arancini recipe…