CultureJuly 15, 2026
congee
/ˈkɒndʒiː/
Definition
A savory, comforting rice porridge often served as a traditional breakfast dish in various Asian cultures.
Etymology
The word likely derives from the Tamil word 'kañci', meaning 'rice water' or 'gruel'. It entered English through colonial contact with South Asia and Southeast Asia.
In the news
The article highlights Patê Bakery for offering congee as a morning menu item, emphasizing its role as a traditional Vietnamese breakfast staple now available in central Prague.
A cup of cà phê: Prague's Vietnamese cafés are having a moment
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