The Lunar New Year, also known as Tet in Vietnam, is a joyous festival celebrated with much enthusiasm and anticipation. As families come together to welcome the new year and bid farewell to the old, food remains a central element in the annual festivities, as people honour centuries-old culinary traditions to bring forth health, wealth and prosperity. From the delicately wrapped banh chung made to express gratitude to ancestors, to the lucky red melon seeds symbolising good fortune, these culinary traditions hold a special place in the hearts of Vietnamese people, as a significant part of their cultural heritage.