Shanghai’s Chongming Island, China’s third-largest island, is gearing up for the 10th China Flower Expo starting May 21 🌸—a spectacle promising vibrant blooms and cultural treasures. But beyond petals, the island’s culinary heartbeat is stealing the spotlight!
Meet Andy Boreham, a New Zealander exploring Chongming’s traditions alongside locals. From crafting silky tofu 🧈 to steaming Chongming gao (a fluffy rice cake) and fermenting rustic rice wine 🍶, Andy’s journey is a foodie’s dream. ‘It’s like edible history,’ he says, kneading dough under a willow tree. ‘Every bite tells a story.’
Why Chongming? 🌾
Known for its lush wetlands and timeless villages, the island blends eco-tourism with heritage. The Flower Expo will spotlight sustainable practices, but food remains its soul—think farm-to-table freshness and generations-old recipes. Local chefs whisper secrets of ‘jiubing’ (fermented pancakes) and crab roe dumplings 🥟. Ready to taste adventure?
