With the arrival of the Laba Festival, Taiyuan in Shanxi Province becomes a hive of activity as residents flock to a century-old store renowned for its freshly brewed vinegar. Each festival year, the air fills with the rich aroma of aged vinegar as it flows from vintage pipes directly into customers' containers. Shoppers, armed with containers of various sizes, often purchase at least 2.5 kilograms, ensuring they have the perfect tangy ingredient to celebrate the season. Falling on the eighth day of the twelfth lunar month, the Laba Festival in Shanxi not only preserves a time-honored tradition but also brings the community together in a shared appreciation for this distinctive culinary delight.
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Vinegar Fever: Laba Festival helps brew Shanxi's tangy tradition
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