Metricon’s Lunar New Year celebrations presented a festive experience like no other

Australia’s most popular home builder, Metricon, showed off the versatility of their functional family homes by hosting an unforgettable Lunar New Year celebration featuring MasterChef winner and culinary star Diana Chan.

 

The Year of the Snake celebration took place at Metricon’s exquisite Riviera display home last week with this exclusive event boasting a blend of tradition, creativity, and community in a festive experience like no other.

 

This special event marked the fifth time Metricon has partnered with Ms Chan, a collaboration that reflects Metricon’s deep respect for celebrating cultural traditions and its commitment to creating meaningful connections with customers.

Ms Chan, celebrated for her innovative approach to Asian cuisine, hosted an intimate cooking masterclass showcasing delectable dishes perfect for the festive season.

 

Attendees were offered a rare chance to learn Diana’s culinary secrets as she demonstrated how to prepare dishes that embody prosperity, health, and happiness.

But the magic didn’t stop at the kitchen. The event featured captivating entertainment, engaging activities for all ages, and thoughtful surprises, including a children’s colouring station and specially curated Lunar New Year gifts for attendees.

 

“Lunar New Year is a time for family, food, and tradition, and we’re honored to celebrate with our customers in such a meaningful way,” Metricon general manager of sales and marketing Drew Glascott said.

“This being our fifth collaboration with Diana Chan makes the event even more special.

 

“The Year of the Snake, known for its association with wisdom, intuition, and transformation, inspires the event’s theme of renewal and prosperity.

“We were very pleased to see everyone embrace these qualities while celebrating the rich traditions of Lunar New Year.”

 

Ms Chan said Lunar New Year was all about togetherness, great food, and creating lasting memories.

“I was thrilled to partner with Metricon again to bring these traditions to life in such an elegant and inspiring setting.

“Metricon’s continued dedication to celebrating this important holiday shows how much they value cultural diversity and community connection.”

 

She presented many tips and ideas for hosting a Magical Lunar New Year Celebration which attendees were able to see in person, ideas that could be extended to make any celebration a wonderful occasion.

Metricon are also sharing their top tips to help you host your next memorable Lunar New Year gathering:

 

Create a festive atmosphere – Decorate with vibrant red and gold accents, paper lanterns, and fresh blooms like peonies or orchids to symbolise luck and prosperity. For lighting, Metricon’s partnership with Amphis will ensure a warm and inviting glow

Plan a prosperous menu – Serve symbolic dishes such as dumplings (wealth), whole fish (abundance), and longevity noodles. Complement with fresh oranges and tangerines for good fortune

 

Offer thoughtful favors – Delight your guests with red envelopes filled with coins or chocolates, a gesture that embodies goodwill and luck

Embrace tradition – Include activities like sharing red envelopes, wearing red attire, and hosting a simple tea ceremony to engage guests in meaningful traditions

Design an inclusive seating arrangement – Round tables encourage conversation and togetherness. Add centrepieces featuring mandarin oranges, bamboo, or gold coins to enhance the festive vibe.