송편 is a traditional Korean rice cake made from glutinous rice flour. It is typically shaped like a half-moon and filled with sweet ingredients such as sesame seeds, red bean paste, or chestnuts. 송편 is often enjoyed during the 추석 holiday, also known as the Korean harvest festival, where families gather to celebrate and give thanks for the year’s harvest. The preparation of 송편 involves steaming the rice cake, which gives it a chewy texture. It is often decorated with natural colors from ingredients like mugwort or flower petals, adding visual appeal. Making 송편 is a cherished family activity, symbolizing unity and tradition in Korean culture.