The anticipation and excitement for the Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Jie or the Double Fifth Festival, were palpable in Ho Chi Minh City. Long lines of eager customers snaked around the block as they patiently waited their turn to purchase traditional roasted pork and duck. Despite the half-hour wait, many were left disappointed as the popular festive delights sold out faster than one could say, "Happy Duanwu Festival!"