In Yanji, a city in China's Jilin Province, rice cakes aren’t just food—they’re edible storytelling. Master artisan Li Xiangdan, guardian of this provincial intangible cultural heritage, is reimagining centuries-old techniques with Insta-worthy flair.
Tradition Sprinkled with Creativity
Li molds glutinous rice into delicate flowers, lucky pouches, and even miniature traditional costumes—each piece a bite-sized tribute to the Korean ethnic group’s culinary legacy. “Every shape carries meaning,” she says, noting how her designs bridge generations.
Nature’s Pantry, Modern Vision
Forget food dyes! Li uses black goji berries for rich purples and pumpkins for sunny yellows, proving tradition can taste as vibrant as it looks. Her workshops now attract Gen Z foodies and culture vloggers alike, turning rice cakes into viral sensations.
“Preservation doesn’t mean staying in the past—it’s about making heritage *live*,” Li tells us.
As Yanji’s food scene gains global attention, Li’s kitchen is where chopsticks meet TikTok, one colorful creation at a time.
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