The Allure of Vietnamese Tet: Foreigners Captivated by Lucky Money, ‘Banh Chung,’ and More

The Allure of Vietnamese Tet: Foreigners Captivated by Lucky Money, ‘Banh Chung,’ and More

For many foreigners living in Vietnam, the country’s traditional Lunar New Year, or Tet, can be a bewildering but fascinating experience. This is certainly the case for British Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, Alexandra Smith, who is celebrating her first Tet this year, which falls on January 29. To embrace the festive spirit, Smith and her team donned the elegant ‘ao dai’, the traditional Vietnamese outfit. They joined the latest trend among…