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Top 10 Wishes Chinese People Make During CNY 2026: (And How to Actually Make Them Come True)
As we approach Chinese New Year 2026, the air fills with the promise of fresh starts. While red packets and fireworks are iconic, the heart of the festival lies in the sincere wishes we exchange—hopes for the year ahead that transcend mere tradition.
But a wish is only the beginning. To truly realize these aspirations, we must build them on a foundation of vitality. This year, we invite you to not just make a wish, but to live it.
Here are the top 10 authentic wishes for the Year of the Horse, paired with the perfect premium nourishment to manifest them.
#10 Wish: Renewal & Rejuvenation
The Greeting: 萬象更新 (Maan Jeung Gang San)
The Meaning: Everything is renewed; shedding the old to embrace a fresh, revitalized start.
The Perfect Gift: Renewal
To truly embody the spirit of “renewal,” one must start from within. We selected the Renewal set because it acts as a biological reset button for the body after a long, exhausting year. By focusing on exotic fungi like Morchella and Agaricus Blazei, this collection floods the system with essential amino acids and natural enzymes. It meshes perfectly with the wish for a fresh start by physically strengthening digestion and immunity—clearing out the old lethargy to make way for a vibrant, revitalized you.
- What’s Inside: Velvet Mushroom (China, 75g), Morchella (China, 75g), Agaricus Blazei (China, 75g), Cordyceps Flower (China, 75g).
#9 Wish: Radiance & Spirit
The Greeting: 神采飛揚 (San Choi Fei Yeung)
The Meaning: To have a glowing demeanor and high spirits; a wish for beauty and vibrant energy.
The Perfect Gift: Wealth
Radiance isn’t just about skincare; it’s about the energy you project. The Wealth set is the ideal match for this wish, specifically designed for the modern strivers—students and professionals—whose “spirit” is often dampened by screen fatigue and stress. We love how the Black Goji Berries and authentic Dried Mandarin Orange Peel work in tandem to brighten the eyes and soothe the spirit. It transforms the wish for “glowing demeanor” into reality by nourishing the liver and kidneys, ensuring your energy is as vibrant as your ambition.
- What’s Inside: Authentic 20 Years Dried Mandarin Orange Peel (China, 38g), American Ginseng Slices (Canada, 75g), Black Goji Berry (China, 75g), Top-Grade Longan (Thailand, 150g), Top-Grade Goji Berry (China, 150g), Red Dates (China, 150g).
#8 Wish: Strength & Power
The Greeting: 身體健全 (Sun Jong Lik Gin)
The Meaning: A wish for a robust physique, strong health, and an unshakeable constitution.
The Perfect Gift: Enduring Strength
A wish for strength requires fuel, not just sentiment. The Enduring Strength set is editorially curated for those who carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. It meshes with the wish for a “robust physique” by combining the structural benefits of collagen-rich Fish Maw with the deep restorative power of Sea Cucumber. Paired with a convenient Wellness Soup, this set ensures that even the busiest lifestyle is underpinned by an unshakeable constitution. It is the edible equivalent of a suit of armor.
- What’s Inside: Sand Fish Sea Cucumber (South Pacific, 250g), Hokkaido Scallop (Japan, 265g), Fish Maw Tube (Africa, 150g), Wellness Soup | Strengthening (Macau, 1 box), XO Sauce (Hong Kong, 1 bottle).
#7 Wish: Boundless Vitality
The Greeting: 龍馬精神 (Lung Ma Jing Sun)
The Meaning: Possessing the vigorous spirit of a dragon and a horse; a wish for boundless energy and drive.
The Perfect Gift: Fortune Feast
To possess the “spirit of the dragon and horse” requires a balance of Yin and Yang. The Fortune Feast bridges the gap between wish and reality by uniting treasures from the land and sea. We selected this because the specific combination of South African Abalone (Tribulone) and Hokkaido Scallops provides a potent boost to Qi (energy) while the Fish Maw replenishes Yin. It’s a holistic energy system in a box, ensuring that your drive to succeed is matched by your physical capacity to endure.
- What’s Inside: Fish Maw Tube (Africa, 75g), Shiitake Mushroom (Japan, 75g), Hokkaido Scallop (Japan, 225g), Shrimp-Egg Bamboo Noodle (Macau, 4 pcs), XO Sauce (Hong Kong, 1 bottle), Tribulone 8 Head (South Africa, 1 can).
#6 Wish: Abundance
The Greeting: 年年有餘 (Nin Nin Yau Yu)
The Meaning: A timeless hope for surplus—wealth that overflows and resources that never run dry.
The Perfect Gift: Prosperity
Abundance in life begins with abundance in health. The Prosperity collection is a literal representation of “surplus,” overflowing with premium ingredients that cover every aspect of wellness. From the joint-supporting Sand Fish Sea Cucumber to the immunity-boosting Shiitake, this set ensures that your family’s health “never runs dry.” It meshes with the greeting by offering a surplus of nutrition—collagen, protein, and minerals—so you have more than enough vitality to share with those you love.
- What’s Inside: Sand Fish Sea Cucumber (South Pacific, 250g), Hokkaido Scallop (Japan, 265g), Fish Maw Tube (Africa, 150g), Shiitake Mushroom (Japan, 250g), Black Moss (China, 50g).
The Greeting: 迎春接福 (Ying Chun Gip Fuk)
The Meaning: Welcoming luck, happiness, and opportunities at the turn of the spring.
The Perfect Gift: Auspicious Blessings
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, “fortune” often equates to harmony within the body. We chose Auspicious Blessings for this wish because it focuses on the harmony of circulation and blood flow. With Dried Sea Conch to nourish the blood and Scallops to boost Qi, this set prepares the body to physically “welcome” the new spring. It turns the abstract concept of luck into a tangible state of well-being, ensuring you are healthy enough to seize every opportunity that comes your way.
- What’s Inside: Fish Maw Tube (Africa, 75g), Hokkaido Scallop (Japan, 225g), Dried Sea Conch (Africa, 260g), Shiitake Mushroom (Japan, 250g), Black Moss (China, 50g).
#4 Wish: Inner Peace & Serenity
The Greeting: 歲歲平安 (Sui Sui Ping On)
The Meaning: A desire for lasting peace and safety throughout the years, free from turmoil.
The Perfect Gift: Opulence
Peace of mind often comes from knowing your loved ones are cared for. The Opulence set is the perfect editorial pick for this wish because of its sheer versatility—it is designed to cater to every generation in the family. Whether it’s the calming ritual of Herbal Wellness Tea or the restorative properties of the 20 Head Fish Maw, this box offers a solution for everyone’s needs. It brings “safety” and “peace” to the household by ensuring that, from the elders to the youth, everyone’s health is safeguarded.
- What’s Inside: 20 Head Fish Maw Slice (Africa, 120g), Hokkaido Scallop (Japan, 280g), Shiitake Mushroom (Japan, 75g), Black Moss (China, 38g), Tribulone 8 Head (South Africa, 1 Can), Herbal Wellness Wine (Macau, 1 bottle), Herbal Wellness Tea (Macau, 1 bottle), XO Sauce (Hong Kong, 1 bottle), Shrimp-Egg Bamboo Noodle (Macau, 4 pcs).
#3 Wish: Ultimate Prosperity
The Greeting: 大富大貴 (Dai Fu Dai Gwai)
The Meaning: Reaching the pinnacle of success, great wealth, and high social standing.
The Perfect Gift: Supreme
“Great wealth” and “high standing” demand a gift that speaks the language of prestige. The Supreme set is the pinnacle of the collection, combining rare luxuries like 20-Year Dried Mandarin Orange Peel and 8 Head Abalone. This isn’t just food; it is a curation of heritage and status. We love how it meshes with the wish by offering the finest ingredients known to TCM—American Ginseng for mental clarity and Essence of Chicken for vitality—equipping the recipient with the physical and mental sharpness required to achieve and maintain high success.
- What’s Inside: Hokkaido Scallop (Japan, 280g), Shiitake Mushroom (Japan, 75g), Herbal Chicken Essence (Taiwan, 1 box), Tribulone 8 Head (South Africa, 1 can), YiNest Gift Set (Hong Kong, 1 set), Authentic 20 years dried mandarin orange peel (China, 28g), American Ginseng Slices (Canada, 75g), Herbal Wellness Tea (Macau, 1 bottle), XO Sauce (Hong Kong, 1 bottle), Shrimp-Egg Bamboo Noodle (Macau, 4 pcs).
#2 Wish: Career Flourishing
The Greeting: 飛黃騰達 (Fei Wong Tang Tat)
The Meaning: To advance rapidly in one’s career; a wish for promotion and professional growth.
The Perfect Gift: Flourish
Career advancement requires sustained energy and sharp focus. The Flourish set is elegantly simple yet potent, focusing on high-impact ingredients like Abalone and Scallops that provide immediate boosts to energy reserves. It meshes with the wish for “rapid advancement” by cutting out the fluff—delivering pure, concentrated nutrition that busy professionals can rely on. It is the fuel for late nights and big decisions, ensuring your body can keep up with your career trajectory.
- What’s Inside: Shiitake Mushroom (Japan, 250g), Hokkaido Scallop (Japan, 265g), Tribulone 8 Head (South Africa, 1 Can), Herbal Wellness Tea (Macau, 1 bottle).
#1 Wish: A Golden Future
The Greeting: 金玉满堂 (Gam Yuk Mun Tong)
The Meaning: “Gold and jade fill the hall”—a wish for a household filled with wealth, knowledge, and precious moments.
The Perfect Gift: Treasure
When you wish for a hall filled with gold and jade, you are asking for the very best life has to offer. The Treasure gift set is the physical manifestation of this desire. It doesn’t compromise, bringing together the “gold” of the sea—20 Head Fish Maw and Hokkaido Sea Cucumber. These aren’t just ingredients; they are status symbols and potent health boosters that replenish Qi and collagen. Gifting this is a declaration that the recipient deserves a year of unblemished prestige and longevity, truly filling their home with health and value.
- What’s Inside: 20 Head Fish Maw Slice (Africa, 120g), Hokkaido Sea Cucumber (Japan, 150g), Hokkaido Scallop (Japan, 280g), Shiitake Mushroom (Japan, 75g), Black Moss (China, 28g).
Key Takeaway
This year, let your gifts speak louder than words, transforming every traditional greeting into a tangible blessing of health, longevity, and love.
Ready to make these wishes come true? Explore our full CNY 2026 Premium Gift Set Collection to find the perfect nourishment for everyone on your list.
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