Your Guide To Lunar New Year

Your morning beverage doesn't need to be a cup of coffee. Switch things up and head to Machi Machi on High Street for a tasty black milk tea with crème brûlée. If you're in the mood for something more refreshing, try the pistachio cloud coconut drink from Cocomo on Lorne Street.

Feeling artsy? There are many ways to embrace your artistic side. Head to SkyCity to see the FU art exhibit, on until 13 Feb. Embrace Chinese tradition and wish for prosperity, fortune and a happy family life for the year ahead. You can also find complimentary Fu prints to take home, what a lovely takeaway!

Wanting to explore many foodie spots for dinner, but don't know where to start? Grab tickets to Lincoln's Table Walking Food Tours and explore 8 different restaurants while learning all about the culture and dishes. Be quick though, as spots fill up quickly!
 

Join the best street party in the city centre on 1 Feb. Take a stroll to Khartoum Place for the Midtown Street Party. Partake in karaoke competitions, watch lively performances, join in on workshops, witness dance battles & so much more!

Need an afternoon treat or pick-me up? Make your way to Dino Egg Waffle for a sprinkle marshmallow bubble waffle & ice cream. For an extra sweet tooth craving, stop by at Sumthin Dumplin for a tama reka dessert dumpling, that will be sure to ignite your inner child.

Wanting to embrace summer in the city? On 9 Feb, head to Aotea Square for a community event with Auckland Live, that you don't want to miss! Try delicious bites, visit craft stalls, get amongst the Bao and Boba promotions, see the giant three-metre high Lucky Cat and be entertained by performances all day long!
 

Lunar New year wouldn't be complete without a tasty noodle tour. Grab a few mates and head to Biang Biang for their signature noodles topped with chili. Want something a bit more fresh? Head to Saigon Chill for their lemongrass chicken noodle salad. Lastly, a noodle tour wouldn't be complete without a visit to Eden Noodles. Try their noodles with magic sauce, you won't be disappointed.

Between eating around the city centre, check out some of the Lunar New Year decorations, to feel even more festive. Spot the neon cats on Darby Street, the festive red lanterns on the city centre streets and see the 'Chubby Women' sculpture in Aotea Square.

If there wasn't enough yummy foods to try, we also have our eyes on dumplings! We can't help it if there's not enough hours in the day, dumplings are just a MUST! Start at Dum Dum Dumplings and try their peppery moo moo beef dumplings. Next on the stop is Dumpling House for their mouthwatering pork chives dumplings. Lastly try the corned beef dumplings at Sumthin Dumplin for a savoury bite!