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FOOD | 好吃

By our staff correspondents □ 本刊综合 Herbal mooncakes

As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, a cherished time for re- 中药月饼
union and harmony, the tradition of enjoying mooncakes becomes These mooncakes are infused
an integral part of Chinese cultural celebrations. Historically seen with medicinal ingredients such
as symbols of good fortune and family unity, mooncakes are es- as Panax pseudo-ginseng flower,
sential during this festive season. In Yunnan, the region’s distinc- Poria cocos, kudzu root, Euryale
tive mooncakes, known for their exquisite fillings and exceptional seed, lotus seed, and yam. This
innovative blend combines tra-
flavors, stand out in the crowded market, delighting the palates of ditional Chinese medicine with
countless consumers. mooncake-making, resulting in
a delicious and health-conscious
中秋节又称月亮节、团圆节，承载着中国老百姓对团圆、和谐与美好的 treat that many adore. This unique
delicacy, which embodies the
深切愿望。当中秋节来临，吃月饼是中国民间的一大传统习俗。自古以来， harmony of medicine and food,
人们就把月饼当作吉祥、团圆的象征。在云南，滇式月饼以其精致 challenges preconceived notions
of traditional Chinese medicine
的馅料和绝佳的口感在“月饼江湖”中一枝独秀，成为广大消
while offering an intriguing taste
费者舌尖上的“最爱”。 experience.

Tea mooncakes

茶月饼

In this delightful variation,
tea leaves are ground into a
fine powder and incorpo-
rated into the moon-
cake dough. Perfectly
paired with tea for a
refreshing taste, the rich
flavors of Pu-erh tea, the
mildness of white tea, and
the smoothness of black
tea come together in a
soft, chewy mooncake
that is refreshing and
not overly sweet.

Colorful mooncakes

七彩月饼

In Funing County, part of
Wenshan Zhuang and Miao Au-
tonomous Prefecture, there’s a
cherished tradition of homemade
mooncakes during the Mid-Au-
tumn Festival. These mooncakes
are naturally dyed with pure plant-
based colors and are made from
a vibrant mix of glutinous rice,
earning them the nickname “color-
ful rustic mooncakes” within the
Zhuang community.

Milk fan mooncakes

乳扇月饼

This Mid-Autumn Festival, an
innovative milk fan mooncake has
been introduced by the creative
dairy product team at Yunnan Ag-
ricultural University. By blending
dairy fan—a traditional intangible
cultural heritage food—with the
classic mooncake, this unique cre-
ation honors the culinary traditions
of the festival while showcasing
innovation.