Family members reaffirm the love and respect that bind them together as a unit at the annual reunion dinner (tuan'nianfan). It is also referred to as tuanyuan (or weilu), which translates to "gathering around the family fire."
For a reunion meal, chicken is typically braised or roasted with simple ingredients like ginger or soy. A whole chicken is traditionally first offered to one's gods and ancestors for protection and blessings.
Chinese New Year - Reunion Dinner
White rice, tea, and fresh fruit for dessert are not included in the traditional reunion meal (for luck). A cold appetizer, soup, three main meat courses, a vegetable dish, noodles, and fried rice should be part of the meal.
