Cute Character Steamed Buns (Baozi and Mantou)

Cute Character Steamed Buns (Baozi and Mantou)

“Baozi” and “mantou” are steamed buns, a popular brunch bite-size food in China (dim sum). They are cooked in a bamboo steamer basket and served together with tea. The Baozi is typically stuffed with meat, vegetables or a sweet filling like custard, chocolate or jam. Mantou is the plain bun, with no filling added.

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Taiyaki Fish-shaped Waffle

Taiyaki Fish-shaped Waffle

Taiyaki is a fish-shaped pastry that is popular in Japan during festivals. It is eaten warm and freshly baked from street food vendors, taiyaki shops and cafes. Tai-yaki means “baked sea bream”. Tai (sea bream) is known as the “the king of fish” in Japan and is considered a lucky symbol.

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