How garlic in brides’ dowries in China promotes frugality and household management

SCMP · 2026-02-13
How garlic in brides’ dowries in China promotes frugality and household management

Garlic occupies a unique position in Chinese wedding traditions and broader cultural beliefs. In parts of Guangdong province, brides traditionally include garlic in their dowries, as it is believed to ward off evil spirits, dispel negative energy, and enhance feng shui in southern China. China stand