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The cultural background of the Dragon Boat Festival is profound and unique, a traditional holiday that has a history spanning thousands of years in China. Originating from ancient worship and sacrificial rites for the dragon totem, it is seen as a commemoration of the ancient patriotic poet Qu Yuan. Qu Yuan, a great poet from the State of Chu, drowned himself in a river due to his concern for the country and its people. To honor his memory, people hold dragon boat races and eat zongzi on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month every year, expressing their remembrance and respect for him.
Zongzi, an indispensable traditional food during the Dragon Boat Festival, also has a long history. Primarily made of glutinous rice, filled with various ingredients, and wrapped in bamboo leaves, zongzi is ready to be eaten after steaming. Zongzi in different regions vary in taste and shape, all reflecting China's rich culinary culture and regional characteristics.
During the Dragon Boat Festival, zongzi is not just a delicacy; it carries profound cultural significance. It symbolizes reunion and harmony, representing the gathering of family members and their harmonious coexistence. On this day, every household will make and eat zongzi, celebrating this traditional holiday
together.
The deliciousness of zongzi is unforget table. After steaming, the glutinous rice becomes soft and tasty, and the filling, ranging from savory to sweet, offers a rich variety of flavors. The fragrance of bamboo leaves combined with the glutinous rice and filling creates a lingering taste. Whenever the Dragon Boat Festival approaches, both southerners and northerners eagerly await the opportunity to enjoy this culinary delicacy.
Therefore,Panda Education cordially invites you to participate in our free cultural activity - Making Zongzi.
Date:24 May 2025 (Sat)
Time:10:00-11:40
Location: Panda Education Jing'an School (Suite 1808, 18F, Building A,Universal Mansion, 168 Yuyuan Rd., Shanghai China). For more address information, please visit http://www.panda2004.com/contact#3
Host: Teacher Chen Mengtan
Language: Japanese and Chinese only
Seating:This event has 8 seats, exclusively for Panda Education current students. First come, first served.
Each participant will receive a surprise gift.
Reservationstarts on18 May 2025, at 18:00.