| Uyen Luu explains, "In Vietnam, Tết is deeply rooted in tradition and superstitions. It is taken very seriously, much like Christmas is in the west. After a busy period of preparation in which businesses close their doors, homes are spring cleaned, and debts are repaid, a serious celebration — the heart of the festivities — begins." These celebrations include plenty of food shared around the table, including a plentiful spread of desserts. As Uyen says, "As for dessert, there is no stopping another spread!" Her favorite is a mellow, sweet soup made of seaweed, red dates, Chinese barley, lotus seeds, rehydrated logan, and grass jelly. Read Uyen's Lunar New Year story and recipes below! |
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