Celebrate Chinese New Year 2009 - Year of the Ox

Two Weeks of Chinese New Year
Jan. 25 – Feb. 9
Order “Lucky” Foods to Benefit Charity
During the two weeks of Chinese New Year, certain foods are eaten that are believed to bring good luck in the new year. The Doc has made it easy for you to get your fill of good fortune with our limited-time Chinese New Year Sampler, which includes: Peanut Noodles for longevity, Shanghai Dumplings for wealth, and Shrimp Rolls for prosperity. For extra good karma, Doc will donate $2 to a neighborhood charity for every sampler ordered! Perfect as a meal, or as an appetizer to share. Excludes Asheville location.

Chinese New Year Parties
Saturday, Feb. 7 – Last weekend of Chinese New Year
Greenville
Noodle Eating Contest
Noodle Eating Contest starts at 5PM. Be the fastest speed-eater to conquer a heaping bowl of noodles & win a $100 gift card, trophy & tshirt. Sign-up to participate at the restaurant while seats are still available.

About Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is the most important of Chinese holidays, and is the celebration of the Chinese lunar calendar year. Each year is associated with one of twelve zodiac animals. 2009 is the Year of the Ox. The holiday is rich in superstitions and symbolism. The color red is often worn and believed to ward off evil spirits. Families gather for traditional meals, parades and on the last day of the 15 day celebration, a Lantern Festival. Although Doc Chey's has already had our Chinese New Year Eve Party, we're continuing the celebration for the traditional two full weeks. Be sure to dine with us between now and February 9 to get your fill of traditional foods believed to bring good fortune in the Year of the Ox. To learn more about Chinese New Year traditions, visit here. "Gung Hay Fat Choy!" - Cantonese for "May Prosperity Be With You in the New Year".

Your 2009 Chinese Horoscope
From your career and romantic relationships to your health and wealth, read your 2009 horoscope for an overview of what this new lunar year has in store. Regardless of your zodiac sign, one thing is certain: you're sure to have a noodlelicious year! Here's to a cosmic time in the Year of the Ox! To view your horoscope, visit here.