A Vietnamese household comes together to celebrate the warmth, traditions, and rich flavors of the Lunar New Year (Tết). From meticulous ancestral offerings to bright home decorations, the images capture the essence of family reunion and cultural heritage.
Festive Preparations
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Ancestral Altar: The family altar is thoughtfully arranged with fresh yellow lilies, a five-fruit tray (mâm ngũ quả), canned drinks, boxes of cookies, and traditional long bánh chưng rolls.
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Tết Banquet: A customary feast is laid out on a dark wooden table, complete with square bánh chưng, boiled chicken, fried spring rolls (nem rán), pickled onions (dưa hành), fresh stir-fried dishes, and a tall vase of gladiolus flowers.
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Vibrant Décor: The living room is dressed in auspicious red and gold decorations—featuring hand-folded paper fans, calligraphy couplets, miniature bánh chưng ornaments, a kumquat tree laden with fruit, and a potted yellow apricot blossom (hoa mai).
Family Reunion
In the center of the decorated living room, family members gather happily in traditional áo dài and festive attire, holding red envelopes (lì xì) to exchange warm wishes for health, prosperity, and peace in the new year.
