Yuan Xiao Jie

Today, CNY has come to a close after 15 days of celebration, greetings and visitations to family, relatives and friend’s place.

Traditional and modern Chinese families observe Yuan Xiao Jie by having a simple family gathering where the young and elderly meet for a bowl of Yuan Xiao (元宵 as called by the northerners) or Tang Yuan (汤圆 as called by the southerners). Tang Yuan is the sweet version commonly filled with walnuts, red dates, black sesame, red bean or peanut pastes. The more exquisite ones have Osmanthus flower filling in light sugar syrup. My personal favourite would be the black sesame. Yumz

Tang Yuan meaning reunion, harmony and happiness for the family. I wish everyone a happy reunion and harmony all year round!