Spring Festival: Embracing Tradition with Cast Iron Cookware
The Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year, is the most important festival in China. It is a time of relaxation and joy with family, rich traditions, family reunions and, of course, delicious meals. Among the various delicacies prepared during this festive period, the use of cast iron cookware is becoming increasingly popular, blending functionality with tradition in the kitchen. The Role of Food in Chinese New Year Celebrations Food plays a central role in the Chinese New Year festivities. Each dish served during this time carries symbolic meanings, representing prosperity, happiness, and good fortune. For instance, fish (鱼, yú) is a must-have during the New Year feast, symbolizing surplus and wealth. Dumplings (饺子, jiǎozi) resemble ancient Chinese silver ingots, symbolizing wealth and prosperity. Noodles signify longevity, while sticky rice cakes (年糕, niángāo) represent growth and advancement. Cast Iron Cookware : A Timeless Companion Cast iron co...