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Year we go again

Kick off 2018 once more with huge Chinese celebration

I lanterns and decorations, while a striking lantern-making sessions, kite designing
t’s almost time to ring in the new year
and face painting.
Tree of Fortune will take pride of place
(again). Yes, you did read that right
on the ground floor of The Galleria,
and, no, you really haven’t overslept
Chinese culture will be celebrated
by about 11 months. It’s time to get
ready for a load of Far-Eastern fun as giving visitors the opportunity to make a and brought to a whole new audience
throughout the festivities.
Chinese New Year wish.
the capital marks the Chinese New Year Throughout the three-day bonanza, The pretty waterfront stretch will
(falling on February 16). visitors will be wowed by an array of also bring to life the essence of the
The Year of the Dog will be unleashed Far Eastern-themed activities, including Orient thanks to a variety of traditional
on Al Maryah Island for three days of lion dancers, special Chinese cooking stations,
awesome events from February 15 to 17. performances by a which will take visitors
A whole host of brilliant attractions Chinese opera singer, on a culinary journey
have been lined up both on the waterfront delicious delicacies to the country with
promenade and at the island’s popular from an authentic live demonstrations
retail destination, The Galleria, to mark food market, plus of traditional cooking
the occasion. hands-on activities for techniques on show.
The picturesque waterfront will feature little ones, including Eight food vendors
an illuminating display of Chinese origami and Chinese showcasing the best
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