Ink of Fortune | Lunar New Year Calligraph & Hot Pot

Celebrate this Lunar New Year with a one-of-a-kind cultural experience that brings art, flavor, and tradition together — right here in the heart of London.

Whether you grew up with Spring Festival memories or you’re discovering this celebration for the first time,

Ink of Fortune invites both Eastern and Western audiences to explore the beauty and meaning behind one of Asia’s most cherished art forms: ink-painted Spring Festival couplets (春聯).
✓ Spring Couplet Writing Experience

• A complete hands-on calligraphy session
• 1 full-size Spring Festival couplet
• 2–3 mini blessing cards to take home
• All materials provided（brushes、ink、red paper、gold ink）

• A full hot pot meal featuring signature Sichuan flavours
• Custom selection of broth, meats, vegetables, noodles, and dipping sauces
• Cultural tasting experience celebrating Chengdu’s 火辣風味

• New Year decor & themed photo area
• A warm, multicultural community atmosphere
• The perfect blend of art, culture, and good food

Info: Greeting by The 90
Story: the meaning of Spring Couplets and New Year blessings

Info: Demonstration of brush technique, stroke structure, and ink balance

Practice characters

Info: Guests design their own blessing couplets & mini cards

Choose traditional or modern styles (gold ink, abstract ink wash, etc.)

Info: Enjoy your Da Long Yi Hot Pot Meal Set
Connect with the community over a warm and spicy feast
Celebrate Lunar New Year with flavour, fire, and friendship

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

大龙燚火锅 Da Long Yi Hot Pot, 5a Berners Street, London, United Kingdom

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