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Phu the cake is a symbol of love in Vietnamese culture (Source: Collected)
For a long time, phu the cake has become an indispensable cake in Vietnamese weddings. It is not only delicious but also serves as a Vietnamese symbol for love. This Vietnamese wedding cake symbolizes love, loyalty, and the enduring bond of marriage.
1. What is considered the Vietnamese symbol for love?
In Vietnamese, “phu the” means “husband and wife”. Phu the cake has become a Vietnamese symbol for love due to the many legends surrounding its origin.
A legend says that when King Ly Anh Tong led his army into battle in the midst of a brutal war, he received a box containing a cake made by the Queen. Touched by the gift, he named it “phu the cake” to honor the love of all Vietnamese couples.
Another legend is associated with a village assembly held at Do Temple in Bac Ninh which welcomed King Ly Thanh Tong and the Queen. The locals gave a special cake to revere the presence of the King and Queen. Intrigued by the delicious treat, the King inquired about the bakers behind it. Learning that it was crafted by a young couple, he named it “phu the”.
All these legends uphold the idea that phu the cake symbolizes loyalty and marital devotion. This is likely why the tradition of having a phu the cake in engagement ceremonies has become a cultural norm for Vietnamese people.
Phu the cake symbolizes loyalty and marital devotion (Source: Collected)
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2. A closer glance at phu the cake – the Vietnamese symbol for love
2.1. The origin of phu the cake
Dinh Bang Village in Bac Ninh Province, Northern Vietnam, is said to be the first place to make this Vietnamese symbol for love cake. Nowadays, if you have the opportunity to visit Do Temple, you will notice that this area has been preserving the tradition of phu the cake-making for hundreds of years, passed down from generation to generation.
2.2. The ingredients and features of phu the cake
Similar to many other Vietnamese rice cakes, phu the cake is not fussy about its appearance. This cake is crafted from simple ingredients like glutinous rice, green beans, shredded coconut, and lotus seeds. Yet, to achieve a perfectly fragrant delicacy, the baker must undergo numerous meticulous preparations. The cake, before being boiled, has a green color. Once cooked and peeled, it reveals a glossy yellow color and delicious taste.
2.3. The significance of phu the cake
Phu the cake is often used as an offering for engagement ceremonies. In some places, it is also served as a Vietnamese wedding dessert. This is because the cake’s shape symbolizes the Eastern philosophy of yin and yang. The dough is spread thinly, filled at one end, then folded over to cover the filling, representing the embracing of marital love.
Eastern philosophy is further expressed through the cake’s colors. The green wrapping leaves signify loyalty, the pink lanyard signifies love threads, and the yellow cake signifies a wife’s love for her husband. With profound meanings, this cake has become a Vietnamese wedding symbol.
You can find phu the cake in almost every engagement ceremony (Source: Collected)
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In addition to phu the cake, Vietnamese cuisine boasts a plethora of other traditional cakes, each carrying its own significance. For example, chung cake, a staple during the Vietnamese New Year, symbolizes prosperity and family reunion. Vietnamese mooncake, enjoyed during the Mid Autumn Festival, celebrate unity and togetherness under the full moon.
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The Vietnamese symbol for love is beautifully embodied in each phu the cake with its profound cultural significance. If you have the chance to visit Vietnam, you must definitely try this unique delicacy and buy it as a gift for your loved one!
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