Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival, is a celebration embedded in the Chinese culture and history. Held on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, typically in June, this festival provides a window into China's rich cultural history.

Origins and Legends:
Legend has it that Dragon Boat Festival pays homage to Qu Yuan, an ancient Chinese poet and statesman. Qu Yuan's unwavering love for his country, Chu, led him to write poignant poems reflecting its trials. When his advice went unheeded, he leaped into the Miluo River. Villagers raced out in boats, banging drums and sticky rice dumplings, called zongzi, into the water to deter fish from his body. Thus began the tradition of dragon boat races and zongzi-making.
Celebrations and Customs:
Today, Dragon Boat Festival is celebrated across China and in Chinese communities worldwide. Here's a glimpse of the festivities:
Dragon Boat Races: Teams compete in spirited dragon boat races, with spectators cheering them on amidst the rhythmic beat of drums.
Making and Savoring Zongzi: Families come together to prepare and relish zongzi, delicious rice parcels wrapped in bamboo leaves. These can be filled with savory ingredients like pork, beans, or salted egg yolk.
Sharing Family Moments: The festival serves as a time for families to bond over shared traditions, creating cherished memories.
Enjoying Hotpot Delights: Another cherished tradition involves gathering around a hotpot, indulging in a communal feast of meats, seafood, vegetables, and more.
Embracing Tradition:
As we honour Dragon Boat Festival, let's embrace the unity and cultural heritage it embodies. Whether enjoying zongzi with loved ones or reveling in the excitement of dragon boat races, let's celebrate customs that tie us to our past and inspire hope for the future.
To add to the festivities, Mr. Su's Noodles is excited to announce a special celebration. From June 10th to June 14th, we're offering an irresistible 20% discount on our self-made hotpot, also known as Malatang.
So, as drums echo and boats glide across the water, let's come together in celebration of the magic of Dragon Boat Festival.
Happy Dragon Boat Festival!
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