“Banh chung”, square cakes, and “banh tet”, long cakes, are deeply rooted in the traditional Tết identity of the Vietnamese people. (Photo: VNA)
For any Vietnamese, the image of a pot of “banh chung”, fragrant with dong leaves, placed on a stove with bright flames to warm the winter chill has become a familiar sight every Tet. (Photo: VietnamPlus)
The pot of “banh chung” is not only the taste of childhood, the warmth of family reunions, and the flavor of home, but also a beautiful, time-honored cultural tradition of great pride for the Vietnamese people. (Photo: VietnamPlus)
Skilled hands carefully wrap "banh chung", preparing for the traditional Tet celebration. (Photo: VNA)
“Banh tet”, long cakes, are popular in the southern region and some other provinces. (Photo: VNA)
“Chung" cakes reflect the distinctive traditional Tet identity of the Vietnamese people. (Photo: VietnamPlus)
Making Tet chung cakes - Traditional cultural practice of Vietnamese people
For generations, square glutinous rice cakes, known as “banh chung” or “chung” cakes have been a joyful symbol of Tet. Despite changes in society, the tradition of making and sharing “banh chung” remains a vital aspect of Vietnamese culture.
