Red Packet (Hong Bao)

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A monetary gift

In Chinese and other East Asian societies, a red envelope or red packet / red pocket (known as Hóng Bāo in Mandarin, Ang Pao in Hokkien and Lai See in Cantonese, … see full wiki

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review by Sharrie. January 22, 2011

posted in Go Hong Kong

What's auspicious & what's not!

It's that time of the year again! Time for RED PACKETS!!! These are given out to children and adults alike during the 15 days of the Chinese New Year Festivities. For the year 2011, it begins on Feb. 3 and ends on Feb. 17 (last day). In giving Red packets, make sure the money inside is in round figures (like $10. 20, 40, 60 or 80 and 100. odd figures are NOT in practice and discouraged, ie. 30, 50, 70 or 90). If you have to give … more

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Quick Tip by Sharrie. December 15, 2009

A Quick Tip by Sharrie

It's hard cash, $$$! Who wouldn't love it?

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