With the arrival of the New Year, the premium bird's nest brand Xiaoxiandun has officially launched its 2026 Year of the Horse limited-edition gift box, "Dragon and Horse in Peace and Health," a gift imbued with intangible cultural heritage. The gift box is a collaborative effort between Xiaoxiandun and Ye Jingjing, a representative inheritor of the intangible cultural heritage of mother-of-pearl inlay craftsmanship. Inspired by the ancient legend of the "Dragon and Horse Carrying a Picture," the gift box cleverly blends intangible cultural heritage craftsmanship with auspicious imagery. The "Dragon and Horse in Peace and Health" gift box continues Xiaoxiandun's long-standing emotional theme—giving Xiaoxiandun to those most cherished. May this heartfelt gift illuminate a healthy and prosperous New Year.
(Xiaoxiandun 2026 Year of the Horse Intangible Cultural Heritage Creative "Dragon and Horse in Good Health" New Year Limited Gift Box)May the dragon and horse bring you peace and health, a gift of well-being to those you care about most.
In Chinese culture, the dragon-horse is a celestial auspicious beast, strong and capable of traveling a thousand miles a day, considered a symbol of "physical strength and vigor," carrying the beautiful meanings of health, longevity, and good fortune. Xiaoxiandun's "Dragon-Horse Health and Well-being" gift box uses the dragon-horse as its core image, aptly echoing people's deep expectations for their loved ones in the New Year—wishing them a New Year as vigorous and energetic as the dragon-horse, welcoming every moment with high spirits. This precise focus on health is a continuation and deepening of Xiaoxiandun's emotional theme of "giving Xiaoxiandun to the people you care about most," making the brand's interpretation of "care" always clear and tangible.
(Intangible cultural heritage mother-of-pearl inlay artwork "Dragon and Horse")Chinese people have always expressed their emotions subtly and implicitly. A simple "Take care of yourself" is far less sincere than a gift that carries heartfelt sentiments. Xiaoxiandun understands this delicate emotional need, making the "Dragon and Horse Health" gift box a tangible expression of subtle sentiments for different groups. Whether it's a young person just starting their career, giving back to a mother who has worked hard all her life, and using a gentle, nourishing gift to soothe the weariness of time; or married couples expressing gratitude to their mothers-in-law who have supported their families, conveying thanks with a tasteful gift—behind every gift-giving scenario lies a concrete expression of "care." Xiaoxiandun ensures that every expression of health and well-being has a place to be sent and a traceable message.
(The "Dragon Horse and Peaceful Life" gift box is suitable for a variety of gifting occasions)Currently, health-related gift-giving has become a mainstream trend. Beyond health, people are increasingly seeking the emotional value and cultural significance behind gifts. Xiaoxiandun accurately understands this demand, combining intangible cultural heritage with high-quality tonics to create the "Dragon and Horse Health" gift box, which is both aesthetically pleasing and culturally rich, while also conveying genuine health care. It is no longer just a simple holiday gift, but a warm and meaningful token of affection, perfectly matching people's core desire to "give good gifts, give health, and give heartfelt sentiments."
This beautiful wish, inspired by the spirit of the dragon and horse, is also the core brand aspiration that Xiaoxiandun has always upheld. Miao Shu, founder, chairman and CEO of Xiaoxiandun Fresh Stewed Bird's Nest, said: "We joined hands with Ms. Ye Jingjing, a representative inheritor of the intangible cultural heritage of mother-of-pearl inlay, to draw inspiration from the Chinese legend of 'the dragon and horse carrying a map' and create the 'Dragon and Horse Peace and Health' gift box with the dragon and horse as the image. The auspicious dragon and horse arrives from auspicious light, adorned with the shimmering brilliance of intangible cultural heritage mother-of-pearl inlay, walking among blooming flowers, symbolizing health, good fortune and auspiciousness accompanying you throughout the year."
Mother-of-pearl inlay embodies craftsmanship, conveying profound sentiments through exquisite artistry.
A gift worthy of being given to the most cherished person must be crafted with the utmost care and dedication. This time, Xiaoxiandun has partnered with Ye Jingjing, an artist specializing in intangible cultural heritage mother-of-pearl inlay, to create the "Dragon and Horse in Peace and Health" New Year limited edition gift box. This is essentially about presenting the best wishes with craftsmanship, hoping to convey the beauty that has been refined over time, the serenity that comes with life, and the ever-positive expectation for health to more people.
(The intangible cultural heritage of mother-of-pearl inlay craftsmanship: "The light comes from the shell, and the form is hidden in the craftsmanship")As the pinnacle of traditional Chinese inlay craftsmanship, mother-of-pearl inlay originated from lacquerware in the Shang Dynasty, became a royal court item in the Tang Dynasty, and was even used by Emperor Qianlong for his "Hundred Treasures Inlay" in the Qing Dynasty. There has long been a saying that "an inch of mother-of-pearl inlay is worth an inch of gold." The Palace Museum currently houses over 2,000 pieces of mother-of-pearl inlay artifacts, demonstrating its supreme prestige as a symbol of Eastern luxury. This ancient craft is renowned for its unique technique of "light born from the shell, form hidden in the craftsmanship." It requires twelve rigorous processes, including selecting, boiling, layering, carving, and inlaying the shells. Natural shells are cut to a hair-thin thickness of 0.1-0.2mm, and then inlaid with millimeter-level precision. Even the slightest deviation will ruin the overall luster, truly embodying the craftsman's dedication: "Craftsmanship in the millimeter, light in a moment, perfection in a lifetime."
This dedication to meticulous craftsmanship, characterized by "slow and steady wins the race," perfectly aligns with Xiaoxiandun's commitment to quality. In crafting premium bird's nest, Xiaoxiandun adheres to the same stringent standards: selecting raw materials from exclusive, contracted bird's nest farms in pristine rainforests that have stood for millions of years, and carefully choosing only 5% of the rarest rainforest bird's nests; employing innovative stewing techniques to maximize the preservation of nutrition and flavor while extending the shelf life to 180 days, making it more suitable for gifting; and ensuring that every bottle of bird's nest undergoes multiple rigorous processes to guarantee consistent and exceptional quality.
The artisans of mother-of-pearl inlay meticulously sculpt light and shadow, while Xiaoxiandun skillfully stews bird's nest. Though their fields differ, both uphold the original aspiration that "only perfection can create something truly exceptional." It is precisely this shared spirit that makes the "Dragon and Horse Health" gift box a "meeting of craftsmanship," further confirming the core logic that "only the ultimate craftsmanship is worthy of being given to the most cherished person."
(Ye Jingjing, representative inheritor of the intangible cultural heritage of mother-of-pearl inlay technique)In Ye Jingjing's eyes, mother-of-pearl inlay is more than just a craft; it's "an art that combines nature, time, and the human spirit." In her creations, she always follows the natural texture and luster of the shells, allowing the material to "speak" naturally. "Whenever I repeatedly adjust a shell fragment only a fraction of a millimeter in size under the light, watching the patterns transform from indistinct to clear, the luster from subdued to flowing, I can strongly feel the story of life flowing within. This process cannot be rushed, nor can it be achieved through shortcuts; it teaches me patience, restraint, and reverence for nature." This perfectly complements Xiaoxiandun's philosophy of "utmost authenticity and purity" in nourishment. For eleven years, Xiaoxiandun has held reverence in its heart, adhering to its ancient covenant with nature, solely to present this pure nourishment to everyone who cherishes health.
Beyond its profound craftsmanship, the gift box's design details reveal Xiaoxiandun's meticulous consideration of sentiment. On the gift box, a dragon and horse tread on light amidst blooming flowers, the flowers symbolizing beauty and blossoming, making the New Year's blessings more tender and precisely catering to women's aesthetic preferences; the hard-sided box shape exudes a sense of ceremony, fully realizing the four emotional expressions of "health blessings, a sense of being cherished, New Year's auspiciousness, and women's preferred aesthetics," making every detail a footnote to the sentiment.
(Xiaoxiandun collaborates with intangible cultural heritage mother-of-pearl inlay artists to present the "Dragon and Horse in Good Health" gift box)True care means keeping the other person's health in mind and integrating the expectation of long-term companionship into daily life. Xiaoxiandun empowers health gifts with intangible cultural heritage, allowing traditional crafts like mother-of-pearl inlay to step out of museums and live on in the present day. It also elevates health gifts beyond the product itself, adding cultural depth and emotional weight. This New Year, Xiaoxiandun's intangible cultural heritage-themed "Dragon and Horse in Peace" limited-edition gift box is undoubtedly the most fitting expression of New Year's sentiment. It can become a messenger for you to convey health and good fortune to those you care about most, letting the dragon and horse bring auspiciousness, and ensuring that peace and love are always by your side.
