Move over, pumpkin spice lattes—there’s a new autumn tradition stealing the spotlight! 🥮 A group of young global explorers recently gathered at a Beijing museum to unlock the secrets of mooncake-making and dive deep into Mid-Autumn Festival culture. Talk about a *sweet* cultural exchange!
At the Chaoyang District museum—home to over 2,000 years of pastry mold history—participants from 20+ countries geeked out over intricate molds from the Han and Tang dynasties. Imagine tracing floral patterns and mythical creatures carved into wood, each telling stories of harvests, family reunions, and lunar legends. 🌾✨
‘It’s like TikTok meets ancient art,’ said one attendee, as museum guides explained how these molds evolved from royal kitchens to everyday celebrations. The highlight? A hands-on workshop where the group crafted their own mooncakes, blending flour, fillings, and centuries-old techniques. 🎨
For international students in China, the event was a gateway to understanding local traditions. ‘I’ve eaten mooncakes before, but learning their symbolism—like round shapes representing unity—makes the festival even more special,’ shared a participant from France.
With lantern displays and folklore storytelling, this wasn’t just a baking class—it was a bridge between generations and continents. As the moon brightens skies this Mid-Autumn Festival, these young adventurers are proof that culture tastes best when shared. 🌍❤️
