🎉🍞 Pomegranate Buns Bring Luck for Lunar New Year! - 🌍NewspaperAmigo

Move over, basic pastries—Zaozhuang’s pomegranate-shaped ximo buns are stealing the spotlight this Spring Festival! Crafted by skilled artisans in Shandong Province, these vibrant red buns are more than just a snack—they’re edible symbols of luck, success, and prosperity for the Year of the Dragon.

Made with flour and natural dyes from fruits and veggies, these artful treats pay homage to Zaozhuang’s title as China’s 'Hometown of Pomegranates.' The fruit’s hundreds of seeds symbolize fertility and unity, making the buns a go-to gift for birthdays, weddings, and Lunar New Year celebrations.

\"It’s about sharing blessings,\" says a local baker. From grandparents’ birthdays to baby showers, these buns bridge generations—and taste like a cozy family reunion.