As August unfolds, the season for gold apples approaches. Individuals are purchasing them, alongside other fruits, to place on their altars in remembrance of their ancestors, especially with the seventh lunar month commencing tomorrow.

Bought yours yet? Given a mooncake to the one you love? Mooncakes are the tradition sweet food to eat this time of year during Mid-Autumn Festival. And there's lots of flavours to choose from.

VietNamNet Bridge – Despite their industrious work and great efforts, Vietnamese farmers remain poor. Their farm produce, including specialties, are purchased at knock-down prices.