Steamed dishes, or “zhengcai,” are convenient, affordable, and healthy—and growing in popularity in China’s competitive restaurant scene, which has l…
Once a staple food for train rides home during the Chinese New Year, instant noodles in China are now struggling to sustain growth
Despite the growing popularity and availability of hairy crabs, one of China’s most sought-after delicacies, both consumers and sellers face challeng…
While Chaoshan beef hotpot has gained global popularity in recent years, few people realize that beef wasn’t really a thing in eastern Guangdong unti…
Known for its spicy, stir-fried dishes, Hunan cuisine has enjoyed a surge in popularity in recent years, but not everyone is happy about it
Celebrate summer with jasmine tea and discover why this floral-infused brew remains a perennial favorite across generations in China
As young Chinese put off tying the knot, traditional wedding candy sellers feel the pinch
As a Gansu variety of “malatang” goes viral online, we delve into the history and appeal of one of China’s most ubiquitous dishes
How Anhui “banmian” spread across the nation and became associated with a city hundreds of kilometers away from its place of origin
How simple, greasy, cheap “latiao” (literally ”spicy strips“) became the people’s snack
From drinks and desserts to tourist sites, sweet osmanthus has been an autumn favorite for Chinese people for over 2,000 years
Young Chinese turn to government-funded canteens for the elderly amid food safety scandals and the rising cost of meals
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