If you missed the Chinese New Year celebrations at Nan Tien Temple on the weekend, tonight is your chance to celebrate on the streets of Wollongong.
To welcome the Lunar New Year, head down to the Crown Street Markets from 5pm to 9pm for an evening of free fun, good food and mesmerising performances. The night markets will feature traditional Lion Dances with three colourful lions, the God of Wealth and a live percussion band to usher in good fortune.
Bring your family along to bid farewell to the Year of the Tiger and welcome the Year of the Dragon. A live DJ will be spinning cultural tunes and taking song requests, adding to the festive atmosphere. Indulge your taste buds with an array of authentic Asian street foods, from mouth-watering dumplings to sizzling stir-fries.
Got a taste for celebrating? Here are three more great places to savour authentic flavours.
- Duck in Heaven, Woonona – Located at 479 Princess Highway, behind the Woonona Bulli School of Arts building, this restaurant offers an enticing array of experiences and activities, from takeaway to dine-in degustation, from cooking classes to a Mahjong Club.
- Miss Lee's, Wollongong – This beloved Asian fusion restaurant is at 155 Keira Street, in the heart of the city. As a family-owned establishment, the team takes pride in serving a fresh variety of popular dishes, such as Kung Pao Chicken, Sizzling Rainbow Beef and Honey Chicken.
- Yung's Butchery and Chinese BBQ, Wollongong – This longstanding family-owned establishment has served the community for more than 28 years. Specialising in traditional butchery services and authentic Chinese BBQ, they offer a mix of groceries and culinary delights.
Plus, read our round-up of the top 6 best Asian supermarkets around the Illawarra.
