A series of cultural and creative products in Taizhou City of east China's Zhejiang Province have been released that incorporate a local delicacy called shibingtong, or pancake roll, into their design, with visitors snapping up the special items.
Shibingtong features a variety of delectable fillings wrapped in a thin and soft pancake skin. The appeal of the dish lies in the various fillings. From pot-stewed meat and scrambled eggs to shrimp meat, bean sprouts, and more, almost anything can be wrapped in the pancake skin.
According to local folklore, people initially wrapped various dishes in thin pancake wrappers to make meals portable for soldiers. Over time, this practice evolved into a cherished tradition, now serving as a must-have delicacy for festive celebrations in the region.
At the Huangyan Museum, various creative cultural products, such as fridge magnets, holiday cards, and ornaments, have attracted many residents and tourists this summer.
The most eye-catching products are the fridge magnets, which features a transparent "skin" and various "fillings," allowing visitors to select their own contents and create personalized shibingtong in a unique, DIY style.
"We have launched these products since the Dragon Boat Festival. As of now, the first batch of 300 units has completely sold out, and only a few remain on our display shelf," said Jiang Ailin, a staff member of the Huangyan Museum.
"When visitors take it home, it is like taking away a piece of cultural memory from Huangyan. Through this interesting form of cultural creation, we hope that more people will understand the historical stories and cultural connotations behind shibingtong," said Zhao Anru, deputy curator of the Huangyan Museum.
Creative cultural products snapped up by tourists in east China's Taizhou
Visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Saturday China is willing to work with Lesotho to strengthen exchanges on governance experience, enhance coordination in multilateral affairs, and advance the China-Lesotho strategic partnership.
Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when meeting with Lesotho Prime Minister Sam Matekane in the capital of Lesotho.
During the meeting, Wang congratulated Lesotho on the 60th anniversary of its independence this year, and spoke highly of Lesotho government's efforts to prioritize economic development and steer the African country onto a path of sustainable growth. Since the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in 2024, the two sides have advanced cooperation under the 10 partnership action plans unveiled at the summit, successfully implementing a number of key projects to effectively promote Lesotho's development and revitalization, Wang said.
China stands ready to work with Lesotho to strengthen exchanges on governance experience, enhance coordination in multilateral affairs, and push for greater development of the China-Lesotho strategic partnership, he added.
Calling on the two sides to firmly support each other, Wang said that China will accelerate the implementation of its zero-tariff policy for African countries, including Lesotho, expand bilateral trade, investment and industrial cooperation, facilitate broader access of Lesotho's specialty products to the Chinese market, and continue to support Lesotho's national development.
China will continue to stand firmly with African countries, uphold justice for the Global South, including Lesotho, oppose unilateralism and acts of bullying, and work together to build a community with a shared future for humanity, Wang said.
On his part, Matekane said during the meeting that Lesotho cherishes its friendship with China and the strategic partnership between the two countries, and expressed gratitude for China's valuable support for the development of African countries, including Lesotho.
Lesotho firmly adheres to the one-China principle and resolutely supports China in safeguarding its core interests, he said, noting that his country stands ready to strengthen strategic mutual trust with China, expand people-to-people exchanges, jointly implement the outcomes of the FOCAC Beijing Summit, and deepen cooperation in areas such as infrastructure, manufacturing and energy.
Matekane stressed that China's zero-tariff policy for African products will inject new impetus into Lesotho's development. He also expressed Lesotho's willingness to strengthen solidarity and cooperation with China on multilateral platforms such as BRICS to jointly address global challenges.
On the same day, Wang also held talks with Lejone Mpotjoana, minister of foreign affairs and international relations of Lesotho.
China, Lesotho to strengthen exchanges, advance cooperation
China, Lesotho to strengthen exchanges, advance cooperation
