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As the Lunar New Year approaches, China’s Spring Festival celebrations are blending centuries-old traditions with 21st-century flair! From lion dance flash mobs in shopping malls to dumpling-inspired desserts, businesses are reimagining cultural staples to attract young, trend-savvy consumers.
Why it matters: With retail growth surging, entrepreneurs are mixing heritage and innovation—think hanfu-clad influencers promoting rice cake cafes or augmented reality lantern festivals. CGTN’s Xu Xinchen and Chengdu Media Group’s Zhao Chenwen spotlight how stories like the Nian monster legend inspire pop-up markets and viral food mashups.
The big picture: This cultural-economic crossover isn’t just festive fun—it’s boosting local economies and strengthening global interest in Chinese traditions. As one Chengdu vendor told reporters: \"We’re making history delicious.\"
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From lion dance flash mobs in shopping malls to dumpling-inspired desserts, businesses are reimagining cultural staples to attract young, trend-savvy consumers.
Why it matters: With retail growth surging, entrepreneurs are mixing heritage and innovation—think hanfu-clad influencers promoting rice cake cafes or augmented reality lantern festivals. CGTN’s Xu Xinchen and Chengdu Media Group’s Zhao Chenwen spotlight how stories like the Nian monster legend inspire pop-up markets and viral food mashups.
The big picture: This cultural-economic crossover isn’t just festive fun—it’s boosting local economies and strengthening global interest in Chinese traditions. As one Chengdu vendor told reporters: \"We’re making history delicious.\" 
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