🎉 As the Chinese New Year approaches, the vibrant village of Yanxi in Jiangkou County, Guizhou Province, is buzzing with tradition and togetherness. Early mornings see the village enveloped in fragrant smoke as families gather to make sticky rice cakes, a beloved custom symbolizing good fortune and community spirit.
The process is as delightful as it is meaningful. Sticky white rice balls are lovingly rolled in bowls of red glutinous rice, giving them a festive hue that's both eye-catching and symbolic. ❤️🌾
\"Red sticky rice cakes symbolize good fortune,\" shared Li Yuanzhen, a longtime resident of Yanxi Village. \"Every household makes them for the Chinese New Year. This year, we're preparing over 30 kilograms of rice cake, wishing for a year as vibrant and sweet as these cakes.\"
This cherished tradition not only fills bellies but also hearts, bringing together generations in a shared experience that celebrates culture and hope for the year ahead. It's more than just food; it's a taste of home and a sprinkle of luck wrapped into one delicious bite. 🥮✨
So, as the New Year drums roll and lanterns light up the sky, the villagers of Yanxi remind us of the simple joys and deep meanings found in communal traditions. Who's ready to grab a sticky rice cake and join the celebration? 🙌🥳
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Villagers in Guizhou make sticky rice cakes ahead of Chinese New Year
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