In early January 2026, Daidai, a young woman from Qingfu Village in Hechuan District, Chongqing Municipality of the Chinese mainland, posted a viral plea: she needed help slaughtering pigs for her elderly father's annual feast. What started as a simple request exploded online, racking up nearly half a million likes in just 48 hours! đˇđĽ
Word spread like wildfire, and soon strangers from all over the country hit the road. By the weekend, a 10-kilometer traffic jam formed as visitors flocked to join the traditional paozhutangâan age-old pig slaughter feast held ahead of the Spring Festival in many rural communities. It was TikTok vibes meet ancient ritual! đđ
For everyone who showed up, the event wasn't just about food. It was a warm reminder of hometown gatherings, a celebration of gratitude, and the shared excitement of ringing in the Lunar New Year. With steaming bowls of pork, laughter echoing across the village, and new friendships forged over smoky fires, this feast proved that some traditions are truly priceless. â¨â¤ď¸
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How a plea for help with slaughtering pigs united China around a feast
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