Major Snow

Major Snow , the 21st solar term of the year, begins this year on Dec 7 and ends on Dec 22.

Eat mutton

Major Snow is the perfect time for tonics. As an old saying goes, "Tonics food makes one strong enough to beat the fierce tiger in spring." Lamb is a favorite food for Chinese people during Major Snow. It is good for nourishing the body, promoting blood circulation and providing protection against the cold. People like to stew lamb with yams or wolfberries to make it more nutritious.

Have porridge

Hot porridge could help warm you and nourish your body in cold weather. In China, it's customary to eat red bean porridge on the first day of Major Snow and eight-treasure porridge on the eighth day of the last month of the lunar year. In addition, there are other varieties such as wheat porridge, sesame porridge, radish porridge, walnut porridge and tuckahoe porridge.

Build a snowman

In addition to enjoying hot food, it is also a good time to ski, skate and make snowmen with friends. Free your mind in the world of snow and ice. Winter days can be warm inside.

Heavy snow not only brings beautiful snowy landscapes, but also represents a season rich in cultural significance. Since ancient times, Chinese people have had the tradition of appreciating, playing, and savoring snow during the heavy snow season. This not only allows us to feel the ancient admiration and praise for snow, but also helps us experience the profound cultural heritage of the Chinese nation.

Source: ChinaDaily