Graduates' guide to celebrating the New Year in Liverpool
Dr Xiaohang Qiao (BSc, MSc and PhD Chemistry graduate) and Wenhan Wei (MSc Data Science and AI graduate) share with us their ultimate guide to celebrating the New Year in Liverpool.
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Xiaohang's top things to do in Liverpool this New Year
1. Visit Chinatown, Liverpool
"On the 21 and 22 February you can watch the performances, try arts and crafts and get some foods from stalls."
2. Enjoy dumplings in eJoy
"Eat dumplings (traditional Chinese food for Spring Festival) in Chinese restaurant (e.g. food stalls in eJoy)".
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3. Attend an art workshop
"Drop-in arts and craft sessions will be held at the Royal Albert Dock from Monday 16 to Friday 20 February."
4. Watch performances
"Movema will host parades, performances and workshops all over the city centre celebrating East Asian and South East Asian culture on Saturday 14 February, Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 February."
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Wenhan's top places to eat and drink in Liverpool this New Year
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1. Moi Bakeshop
"Moi's baked goods are always delicious, and I think it’s the perfect place to kick off the Chinese New Year with something sweet."
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2. The Coffee
"The Coffee's option to add honey to a latte really surprised me — it tastes great and makes this a lovely spot to relax with friends and enjoy a good cup of coffee."
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3. Etsu
"Etsu offers authentic Japanese cuisine and is a great place to enjoy mouth-watering food with friends."
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4. Rosa's Thai Liverpool
"Rosa's is one of the best Thai restaurants in Liverpool and is ideal for a group dinner. The food looks very appetising and is genuinely delicious."
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"I also enjoy celebrating in a more personal way — by cooking Chinese meals at home with friends in the evening and welcoming the New Year together."
More events
Super Saturday - Lunar New Year
Saturday 21 February, 11am-3pm, free
Victoria Gallery & Museum
Organised by the University’s Confucius Institute (CI), this year the Victoria Gallery & Museum are proud to welcome two masters of intangible cultural heritage from China who will lead traditional craft demonstrations of embroidery and woodblock printing.