Some of you may know that today is Chinese New Year or the Spring Festival as it is known in China.

Although I have lived in the west for my entire life, I actually have a Chinese mother and despite her having lived in England with a western husband for over 50 years, there are certain Asian traditions that we like to pay our respects too. Despite being Chinese traditions, the way we celebrate them in the UK is still very British!

Chinese New Year in China is a time to stay in with family and have a social time and good food, whereas in London there will be many parties, street festivals and lots of alcohol! There is a HUGE Chinese community in the UK, and it is great to see this important time celebrated.

There will be many performances such as dance or martial arts taking place all across London over the 14 day period.

So although I cannot speak any Chinese, will not be with any family, and will not be drinking any alcohol - I still like to pay my respect to this important time in Chinese culture. 

Family and friends should be remembered and not taken for granted, and well wishes should be spread amongst everyone for the upcoming year.

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR (Gong Xi Fa Cai!) everyone!

CAFETALK DAY

As well as being Chinese New Year at this time, it is also Cafetalk day on the 19th!

This means that Cafetalk will give back HALF OF THE POINTS you spend for a lesson!

So what better time to try out one of my lessons than now!? If you have any interest in learning English, Yoga, Tai Chi, or would like something Proofread and corrected - then look no further. I am always more than happy to help and teaching is my passion.

I am also offering many coupons right now, so please check out my profile for more. If you have any questions, comments, or simply want to share something with me - I LOVE to hear from you. So don't be shy! :-)

Thank you all and have a wonderful weekend!

David

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I am a highly experienced professional English teacher, Yoga Instructor, Tai Chi teacher, Nutrition Consultant and Personal Trainer from London, UK. I recently left London to work and travel around Japan on a Working Holiday Visa with my best friend and longtime girlfriend Ashley (who is also a teacher on Cafetalk : https://cafetalk.com/tutors/profile/?id=54542&lang=en ). We love sharing adventures travelling, teaching, exploring and understanding new cultures. We hope to speak with you soon!

Feel free to send me a message if you have any questions, or if you would like to schedule a lesson at a time in which my schedule is not open. I will always do my best to accomodate every student.