40 Best Lunar New Year Gifts In 2024 To Greet The Year Of The Dragon

“Sweets and treats are often appreciated during the Lunar New Year as they symbolize a sweet and prosperous life,” says Archer Chiang, co-founder and CEO of gifting platform Giftpack. Choose your loved one’s favorite combination of candies in this adorable design-your-own bento box. Choose from a wide selection of sweet treats including sour strawberry gummies, strawberry shortbread candy, strawberry champagne gummy bears and more to signify sweet prosperity for the year ahead—and satisfy their sweet tooth.

Fly By Jing has been bringing the flavors of Chengdu (a.k.a the flavor capital of China) to American pantries since 2019. This Chinese New Year, the brand is making it even easier to get the depth of those flavors at home with the Hot Wok Set, from its partnership with cookware brand Our Place. It includes the latter’s pre-seasoned carbon steel wok, a beechwood spatula, cooking chopsticks and, last but not least, Fly By Jing’s Year of the Dragon Triple Threat Set: Sichuan Chili Crisp, Zhong Sauce and Chengdu Crunch.

Shipped straight from Japan, Bokksu’s snack box is packed with more than 20 items that celebrate local Japanese flavors such as sakura and cherry blossom, as well as seasonal ingredients like citrusy yuzu, autumn apples and wintry sweet potatoes. You can purchase the one-off gift box or choose a discounted subscription plan for 3, 6 or 12 months of deliveries. Or, you can shop the boutique to find a curation that’s fit for the occasion.

For those who want to rock a red lip for the festivities, gift them Charlotte Tilbury’s limited-edition Lunar New Year matte lipstick. Instead of a typical bright red, it imparts a long-lasting matte, brick-red shade on your lips. At the same time, the tree and orchid extracts soothe and hydrate your pout.

Tea educator and expert Shunan Teng launched her tea house Tea Drunk in New York to showcase quality teas and introduce patrons to the art of tea drinking and appreciation. The King of the Jungle Reserve Sampler set of four Chinese teas was originally curated to celebrate the Year of the Tiger—but the company kept it available online as a perfect Lunar New Year gift for the tea enthusiast in your life.

One thoughtful way to wish your loved one joy and blessings this Chinese New Year, according to lifestyle and gifting expert Chantelle Malarkey, is to gift them a fortune cookie with a personalized message. “You can put in uplifting words of encouragement, dreams for 2024 or wishes for the year ahead,” she says. If you’re not much of a baker or want something that’s closer to a keepsake, this zinc alloy cookie from Personalization Mall also comes with an adorable Chinese takeout box.

Celebrants who grew up in Asian households might be familiar with these nostalgic milk candies encased in sticky rice paper and the signature red, blue and white wrapper. They’ll be delighted with receiving a bag (or two) of the melt-in-your-mouth candies to accompany their Lunar New Year 2024 festivities.

Just because you’re on a budget doesn’t mean you can’t gift a box of sweet candies to wish your recipient prosperity this year. Italian chocolatier Venchi’s Lunar New Year collection includes this 3-ounce limited-edition gift box. Your giftee will enjoy a rich trio of chocolate flavors that include Venezuelan milk chocolate and creamy white chocolate infused with raspberries.

The process of making a cup of Copper Cow’s pour-over coffee is nearly identical to that of making a traditional one—only you don’t need any equipment to get started. Simply tear open the packet, pop open the side flaps and hang them on the sides of your cup to create a makeshift filter under the grounds. Then, pour in hot (or iced) water to let the coffee filter through. There’s also a packet of sticky-sweet condensed milk for the finishing touch.

For a gift of fruits that will last way past the Chinese New Year celebrations—and are a whole lot more adorable than the real thing—surprise your recipient with this strawberry-shaped French barrette by accessory brand Jenny Lemons. In addition to being a useful hair accessory and a cute conversation starter, the barrette is unique because it’s made from cellulose acetate, a plastic alternative. Want to gift them a “fruit basket”? You’ll get 15% off your order if you bundle at least three accessories. (We suggest checking out the brand’s other strawberry pieces.)

Okubo calls the fresh bills stuffed inside red envelopes “the gift that can’t go wrong.” This innovative version from 3D greeting card company Lovepop features a design that makes the bills inside pop up into a fun design when your recipient pulls on a tab. If you do end up gifting “hongbao,” though, you might keep one thing in mind, says celebrity gifting pro Nina Vargas: “They are typically given by adults or married couples to children, unmarried individuals or younger family members as a gesture of good luck and blessings for the new year.”

Chiang also recommends gifting symbolic items for the Year of the Dragon: “Look for gifts that carry positive symbolism, such as items with images of the Chinese zodiac animal of the year or symbols of good fortune, longevity and prosperity.” Our pick is this dragon charm from Chinese-American luggage brand Lo & Sons, part of a collection of zodiac key chain charms that clasp onto any bag. Bonus: The textured leather is scratch- and weather-resistant.

Tangerines, oranges and other citrus fruits are some of the most common food gifts given on Lunar New Year; their color symbolizes prosperity, and they’re believed to bring happiness and good luck. Gift this pack of more than a dozen easy-peel SolZest oranges, which combine the best of two worlds—they’re a hybrid of Temple oranges and Dancy tangerines to give them their sweet flavor.

Another foolproof gift Chiang recommends is traditional Chinese clothing: “Consider gifting items like a ‘qipao’ or ‘cheongsam,’ also known as a tang suit,” he says. But who says your pet can’t join in on the festivities with a tang suit of their own? This handmade Chinese New Year festival costume that is somehow both elegant and adorable is just the outfit your furry friend needs to celebrate. Made from vibrantly dyed cotton, the costume is also adorned with a Chinese dish flower buckle and plush lined to keep your pet warm.

Both dried fruits and sweet treats like chocolate are traditionally gifted during Chinese New Year—but we say go big and present your loved one with a gift that counts as both. From Los Angeles-based Compartés, which makes some of our favorite chocolates to gift, this popular gift box contains a mouthwatering array of dried California fruits like oranges, pineapples, peaches, dates and more, all hand-dipped in the company’s signature gourmet milk and dark chocolate.

For a gift that’s both on-theme and utterly distinctive, present this impressive Chinese metal fan designed by Shirley Chock, the TikTok-famous martial arts instructor who uses the fans for self-defense. But it’s not all about action—the fan is the perfect gift for the Year of the Dragon because of its beautiful dragon and phoenix motif. It’s also engraved with the Chinese characters for “Chinese Kung Fu Fan” and comes in both right- and left-handed versions.

For a well-rounded celebratory plate, gift your loved ones pastries from Hong Kong’s oldest bakery. This gift set from Kee Wah Bakery, known for its moon cakes, contains some of the most popular Hong Kong treats: wafer egg rolls, buttery panda cookies and kumquat lemon cookies that we bet will taste delicious with a hot cup of tea. Best of all, it all comes wrapped up in a festive, panda-adorned gift box.

There’s nothing better than sitting down to a piping hot bowl of Chinese soup dumplings for the Lunar New Year—except perhaps filling those dumplings with the uniquely sweet broth of Vietnamese pho. Luckily, for a limited time, Chinese-American brand MìLà is partnering with Phở Bắc, Seattle’s legendary (and James Beard Award-winning) pho shop to create a scrumptious fusion: slow-simmered southern-style Vietnamese beef pho encased in MìLà’s signature delicate dumpling skin. It’s the perfect cross-cultural feast for those celebrating Chinese New Year and Tet.

“I love to eat, so my go-to gifts for Lunar New Year are food,” says Okubo. We suggest gifting traditional Korean flavors in the form of a six-pint delivery from Noona’s Ice Cream, a New York City-based brand known for its ice creams and sweets. You’ll find flavors like Black Sesame, Tumeric Honeycomb, Golden Sesame and Toasted Rice, made using a traditional Korean rice snack.

Omsom’s sauce kits are essentially sealed packets that contain all the specialty ingredients (sauces, spices, aromatics and more) your giftee needs to give each creation its distinct, signature flavor. The Best Seller Sauce Set comes with five fan-favorite starter sauces, each with detailed instructions that make it quick and easy for your giftee to whip up dishes like Larb, Spicy Bulgogi and Krapow. Your recipient just needs to add their choice of protein and vegetables to round out their Lunar New Year feast.

The Qi sources whole flowers from small, family-owned farms for its tea blends; the dried flowers bloom into stunning centerpieces as they brew, yielding caffeine-free teas loaded with antioxidants. The Daily Ritual Set comes with 27 servings of whole flower tea. It includes flavors like Royal Chrysanthemum, Shangri-la Rose and Blue Lotus, along with a glass serving pitcher and bamboo tongs to complete the experience.

Nguyen Coffee Supply is famed for its robusta beans, sourced from a fourth-generation Vietnamese coffee farmer and shipped to Brooklyn, where they’re freshly roasted in small batches. This little set includes your choice of beans and a stainless steel Vietnamese Phin filter. This process ensures the beans first bloom in hot water before the coffee slowly drips into your cup, releasing a deeply robust flavor and offering a distinct coffee experience.

For the adventurous spirits drinker in your life, this singular Vietnamese gin should hit the spot, especially when toasting the arrival of the Year of the Dragon. The liquor is infused with the flavors of 16 mountain botanicals (such as coriander, aniseed and vanilla) foraged from Vietnam’s Northern Highlands, then distilled in small batches in direct-fired copper pot stills. The result? A uniquely bright, floral gin to refresh their palate in the new year.

You wouldn’t think that Wildwonder’s sparkling drinks—with their peppy-sounding flavors, fruity sweetness and colorful packaging—are actually good for your gut. But Founder Rosa Li actually crafted them with stomach-friendly prebiotics and probiotics inspired by the Chinese herbal knowledge passed down from her grandma. This variety pack includes three cans each of flavors Strawberry Passion, Guava Rose, Peach Ginger and (our favorite) Mango Gold. We also highly recommend the latest flavor, Pineapple Paradise, if you can’t get enough.

A money tree plant, which is also known as a prosperity tree in Chinese culture, makes a great Lunar New Year gift for 2024. As its name implies, the money tree plant represents growth, abundance and good luck, says Malarkey. To get even more festive, she suggests decorating it with red envelopes or miniature symbolic ornaments.

Since opening its doors in the 1890s, Wing On Wo & Co. has become a New York City institution. The Chinatown-based store, run by fifth-generation owner Mei Lum, also sells its curated selection of objets d’art, jewelry and décor online. We’re particularly loving these cheeky plates made by a young Jingdezhen ceramicist who chooses to remain anonymous.

From Asian-owned candle brand Blueme, this limited-edition Lunar New Year votive set is the perfect way to refresh your home for the new lunar year. Informed by scientific and psychological research and crafted with nature and Zen philosophy in mind, these calming and balancing scents will help reset your space—and they’ll look stunning doing it.

Since food is a big part of the Lunar New Year festivities, it’s appropriate to gift a beautifully crafted set of Korean-inspired bowls to hold all those edible goodies. Material Kitchen’s bap bowls (“bap” stands for rice) are made from Korean clay and are just the right size for spices, sauces, nuts and—you guessed it—the perfect serving of rice. They’re versatile too: The decorative bowls can even be used to hold matchsticks or jewelry.

If you’re looking for a gift that’s a little more out of the box, Chiang recommends the following: “Choose a subscription box that aligns with the recipient's interests [or] invest in language-learning apps or cultural experiences to deepen their understanding of East Asian traditions.” Curio, a bilingual children’s book subscription founded by Hera Li for her first-generation Chinese-American kids, checks off those boxes. It’s especially appropriate for celebrants who want to teach their kids (from ages 0 to 10) Traditional and Simplified Chinese, as well as the nuances of Chinese culture. The brand works with leading publishers and language educators to curate both award-winning books and learning resources—so your giftee won’t have to do the time-consuming research.

Celebrating the new lunar year includes ridding your home of bad luck and evil spirits. If a good ol’ physical cleaning will help your recipient get into the spirit, gift them this set from Blueland. The Clean Essentials Kit includes reusable containers and plastic-free refills of hand soap, multi-surface cleaner, bathroom cleaner, glass cleaner, dish soap and laundry and dishwasher tablets. That is, basically everything they’ll need to keep their home spotless.

For the nail beauty buffs celebrating the beginning of the lunar year, gift them this dragon-themed collection from at-home gel manicure brand Le Mini Macaron. Launched to celebrate co-founder and co-CEO Christina Kao’s Taiwanese heritage, this gel polish trio and sticker collection includes dragon-themed stickers and mystical colors like Golden Elixir and Camelia. After 15 minutes under the macaron-shaped LED lamp, they’ll have awakened their inner dragon queen in no time.

For loved ones who want to be kinder to their skin in the 2024 lunar year, this bundle of two of Youthforia’s bestsellers, which features the TikTok-viral BYO Color-Changing Blush Oil and the BYO Tinted Blush Oil in But Tonight, makes for the perfect gift. The products are unique not just because they’re crafted to be good for your skin, but to prove it, founder (and Mark Cuban-backed) Fiona Co Chan also personally tests them by sleeping in them for extended periods of time. Plus, once February 10 rolls around, Youthforia is shaving off 20% sitewide for its exlusive Lunar New Year Sale (until February 12)—so your recipient can save more once they inevitably “add to cart.”

In addition to conventional Lunar New Year gifts, Chiang also recommends wellness and relaxation items, like spa vouchers or aromatherapy sets. Go beyond traditional oranges with this citrus-scented and rose quartz-infused perfume oil from Pink Moon, a company whose formulas are inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine and other healing practices. Founder and Reiki-certified practitioner Lin Chen tells us, “Rose quartz promotes good vibes and infinite peace, purifies and opens the heart and soothes the mind.” The brand recommends rolling over your pulse points and heart center.

If your recipient’s intention for the new lunar year is to reset their skincare regimen, you can’t go wrong gifting formulas that boost the skin’s ability to bounce back from environmental stressors. Take Fresh’s Tea Elixir Skin Resilience Activating Serum, part of the brand’s limited-edition Dragon Collection. The brightly packaged serum is powered by Fresh’s proprietary Adaptive Phytocompound Tea technology, as well as pore-reducing niacinamide and barrier-strengthening ceramide 3, to help the skin combat signs of aging.

Gifting loved ones foods like ginseng, honey and healing herbs to wish them good health and prosperity is a beloved tradition for many. That was the case for Kai Lim, co-founder of Reprise, a company specializing in Chinese Medicine-inspired gummy supplements. “My mom would often brew these potent, bitter herbs, and I would dread them because they were too bitter,” he tells us. To get the health benefits of those herbs without the bitterness, opt to gift the brand’s Lunar New Year Longevity Set of tasty gummies instead, which includes naturally energizing Super Focus Gummies (powered by ginseng and reishi mushrooms) and anti-aging Goji Berry Gummies.

For Lunar New Year 2024 celebrants who want to sport a sparkly hair accessory, gift them two of Bonbon Whims’ adorable claw clips. They come in either pearly pink, glossy red or tortoise shell colors and are adorned with opalescent heart-shaped gems. Better yet, they’re ready to gift in a light pink velvet pouch.

The style and accessory buff in your circles will enjoy something fitting for the Chinese New Year 2024 parties but that can also be used year-round. A chic handbag like this one checks off two criteria Chiang looks for in a gift: practicality and quality. “Asian culture often prioritizes efficiency,” he says. This JW PEI bag isn’t only stylish, colorful and practical, but it’s also made from vegan leather and produced by an Asian American-owned company.

“Red and gold are considered lucky and auspicious colors in Chinese culture, especially during Lunar New Year,” says Chiang. You can choose to either wrap your gifts in these favorable colors or, for something a little fancier, present them with unique jewelry like the Gemstone Coil Ring from woman-owned Mejuri. Crafted with 18kt gold vermeil and adorned with a natural garnet stone, the serpent-inspired piece makes a statement but is still subtle enough for everyday wear.

“Practical gifts that reflect quality and good taste are generally appreciated,” Chiang says. And if those gifts can be used both during the Chinese New Year 2024 celebrations and in one’s daily life? Even better. Enter: this chic and vibrant scarf by AAPI-owned brand Kerisma, which fits the bill. Like the rest of the fashion company’s offerings, this piece is made from recycled and up-cycled materials, all while adding a touch of elegance to any ensemble. Plus, its softness makes it the perfect travel blanket.

Meaningful items emblazoned with positive symbols, especially images of the zodiac animal of the year, are foolproof Lunar New Year gifts. This 18kt gold-plated chain necklace by Seree, which features an embossed dragon and two stunning blue zircons on a rectangular pendant, is an elegant example. The dragon symbol imparts a sense of strength and good fortune, but the piece is minimally designed enough to make it suited for daily wear.