There are only a few days left for the start of a new lunar cycle on January 22, the date on which one of the biggest celebrations in the world takes place, such as the Chinese New Year. This festival of the Asian giant is characterized by having its own rituals, beliefs, as well as traditional foods such as the Chilean cherry.
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The small red fruit is so desired by the Chinese population that, according to the international press, more than 313 billion cherries are exported for the Chinese New Year, which could be considered as in demand as grapes in the West.
What is the meaning of the Chilean cherry in China?
In the Asian country, giving Chilean cherries is considered a really valuable gesture, since it means that you wish the other person a year full of prosperity and fortune for its deep red color.
In addition, the heart shape they have represents the reunion that exists between family and friends in this culture, according to what was published by Gastrolab.
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It is important to note that these fruits are not harvested during the time of the Chinese New Year, because it is the winter season. Likewise, they are specifically imported from Chile because they are considered to have the best color, size, and flavor.
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For these reasons, the Chilean cherry has a social and economic background in which those who can buy it maintain a high status and have a very good reputation.
Their influence is so great that celebrities from the Asian giant created a trend on TikTok to try them live, there is also the phrase ‘cherry freedom’ that refers to buying cherries as a form of elegant gift.
This January 22 ends the year of the water tiger and the year of the water rabbit begins, so millions of Chinese are expected to enjoy the small fruit.
(YO)
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Source: Eluniverso
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