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Chinese New Year is around the corner, and is always inseparable from Feng Shui as everyone looks to astrological forecasts wishing for a smooth year ahead. From cultivating good Feng Shui into the home, to wardrobe selection, people turn to Feng Shui for guidance. As families gather together to share delicious food and exchange blessings, food plays an important role during this festival, and people forget that there is a vital connection between food and Feng Shui.  

This year, Uber Eats has enlisted the help of Chinese Astrologer Master Poon, to present to you our first-ever Uber Eats Feng Shui of Food. We will take Hong Kongers through a gastronomic and astrological look into their 2020 forecast, along with exclusive food tips to boost your luck in the Year of the Rat.

Uber Eats Feng Shui of Food will reveal the fortune of all 12 Chinese Zodiacs in 2020, and take a closer look into what type of food could boost your fortune in health, relationship, career and wealth. You can now order your way to a fortunate future with a delicious meal brought straight to your door. From now until 31st January, enter promo code CNY20 to enjoy HK$38 off for orders over HK$168! Accumulating wealth in 2020 starts now!        

2020 is the Year of the Rat, those born in 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020 will face Fan Tan Sui (犯太歲) – you’ll experience higher energy levels and will actively ponder over different issues. But, it can also mean that you can channel this extra energy towards your work, which may land remarkable results and progress both in career and wealth. Uber Eats Feng Shui of Food is here to help! For Rats who are pumped with energy in 2020, eating hot and spicy food will over excite yourself even more, so that’s something to avoid. Instead, Master Poon recommends a cleaner and lighter diet, and a bowl of soup a day can never go wrong. Try double-boiled soup (老火湯) from Souper Authentic and Coconut Soup – it’ll help calm the soul.

People born in the year of the Snake, Horse and Monkey may not be as lucky this year, but don’t worry, our Feng Shui of Food is a quick and easy fix to figure out what to eat and not eat to improve your Feng Shui for the coming year and discover your flavourful future. 

  • Year of the Snake: You lack positive energy this year, so it’s best to lay back, be cautious and strive for stability. Greens will help the Snake stay away from getting sick, and can also help boost wealth. ChorLand Cookfood Stall’s Water Spinach and Chili Bean Paste in Claypot can help bring in good fortune! 
  • Year of the Horse: You will face Chong Tai Sui (沖太歲) in 2020, which means you will offend this year’s zodiac sign in-charge. What happens? You will face a lot of uncertainties and changes, including your daily life, career and family. Enjoy all things beef in 2020 may help stabilize both your relationships and career. Braised Beef with Noodles from Jiu Fen Full is not only a safe choice, but a filling one!
  • Year of the Monkey: Although you will be clouded with negative energy in 2020, you can always surround yourself with friends and families with positive vibes. Spend more time with those born in the Year of the Rat and Dragon to receive good fortune, and when you’re at it, might as well enjoy something homely such as pizza Chubby’s Pizza!

People born in the year of the Dragon, Goat, Rooster and Ox are a lucky bunch this year! Here’s what Master Poon has to say so you can eat your way through a flavorful and lucky 2020. 

  • Year of the Dragon: Career and wealth is looking great for you this year!  To eat your way through a blessed 2020, indulge in Japanese cuisine can attract support from benefactors (貴人) – the Roasted Eel Don Set from Haruka Japanese Restaurant is a good choice! The more you eat, the luckier you get!
  • Year of the Goat: You will be showered with blessings from “Dragon Virtue” (龍德), “Emperor Star” (紫微) and “Jade Hall” (玉堂) in 2020, so this is the year where you should really go after your dreams! Eating red-coloured food can bring in more fortune, and if you’re into Korean food, In Sa Dong Korean Restaurant’s Stir-fried Spicy Rice Cake is a must-try.
  • Year of the Rooster: 2020 is looking lovey-dovey! You are full of peach blossom luck in the upcoming year – you will encounter both lucky and unlucky affairs. You might be out and about managing a busy social life, so something nutritious and nourishing, such as  Hon Dim’s Korean Ginseng Chicken Soup, is essential to keep you healthy.
  • Year of the Ox: With powerful benefactors (貴人) “Sun Nobleman” (太陽) and “Duke Combo” (歲合), the Ox will be offered better opportunities but only if you have good taste in food. Enjoy exquisite dishes with seafood and truffle, such as Rosa Bridge’s Shrimp Scallops Spaghetti with Black Truffle Cream Sauce, will convince your benefactors that you are worth it.

2020 is a relatively stable year for people born in the year of the Rabbit, Tiger, Dog and Pig. But that does not mean you should let down your guard.  

  • Year of the Rabbit: You will build great relationships next year with the help of “Red Matchmaker” (紅鸞) and “Moon” (太陰). But your 2020 is looking slightly stressful, and can easily get dragged down by emotions. A light meal with lots of vegetables can help balance your mind and soul. Heartful Veggie offers a wide array of vegetarian choices, so you can still enjoy great and delicious food!
  • Year of the Tiger: You will be affected by a travel star “Sky Horse” (驛馬) in the coming year, which means you will be travelling quite a bit this year. The upside is, the more you travel the more it’ll bring boost your career. Yet at the same time, because of all the travelling, you’re also affected by a “Solitary” star (孤辰), which means you might feel a little lonelier than usual. Don’t worry, a Hong Kong style claypot rice from Cheung Hei is the perfect comfort food that can warm the soul and ease your loneliness.
  • Year of the Dog: Thanks to the presence of the “Relief” (解神) star, you are entrusted with the responsibility of tackling both your own and your friend’s troubles next year. You will be building a great reputation for yourself, but this won’t lead to wealth. To improve your Feng Shui in wealth, opt for hot and warm drinks from a broad selection of hot drinks from Bubble Lee. 
  • Year of the Pig: You are well taken care of by the “Intelligence” (文昌星) star in 2020 – this is especially promising if you’re keen on learning something new. If you’re meeting new friends from class, gathering together for traditional dim sum is great for icebreaking. Sharing knowledge over a Siu Mai or two from Dim Sum Heritage might just land you an A in class with your new best friend!

Read more about Uber Eats Feng Shui of Food on our blog now! Understand what the Year of Rat has in store for you, and discover  from Master Poon how food and fate is intertwined, so you can eat your way through a flavorful future! 

Uber Eats wishes you a year filled with delicious food, and find new beginnings in the Year of the Rat!