Why do we eat zongzi during Dragon Boat Festival? The history behind the rice dumpling, plus 10 ways it’s prepared throughout Asia

• In China, zongzi commemorates the historical poet Qu Yuan – but the dish appeared 5,000 years ago, with some considering it the first ‘fast food’ for farmers
• Chinese provinces have their own versions – such as Guangzhou’s ham, salted egg and chestnut rendition – so do Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia