At midnight, firecrackers are exploded to scare away lazy or evil spirits. On New Year's Day, red and pink flowers and blossoms are displayed, signifying fresh and invigorating hope for the coming Lunar year. Friends and family visit each other. Married callers bring red li see envelopes with money inside to give to the children. The hostess brings out a tray of eight immortals, consisting of eight different sweet foods that symbolize a particular good fortune for the person who eats it.
Oranges signify gold and wealth.
Red candies are for good luck. On New Year's Day and the following week, everyone wears new clothes, preferably red, the color of good luck and great joy. The cake is a dark brown, sweet pastry, and signifies good luck. Jai is prepared in the belief that a new year should start with a pure dish made entirely of vegetables. Incense and candles are lit to pay homage to ancestors.