Tag: Tết Đoan Dương

The Vietnamese celebrate the annual Double Fifth Festival, known as Tết Đoan Ngọ, which falls on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. This unique cultural event is often associated with the belief of eliminating insects and pests. This year, when does this festival fall on the Gregorian calendar, and which day of the week does it land on?

"It's not just the traditional tro cake, com ruou, apricots, and peaches that take center stage during the festive season of Tết Đoan Ngọ. Duck cooked in a fermented bean curd sauce is also a popular and indispensable part of this annual celebration. But why is this savory dish such an integral part of this holiday?"