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Meet the Gen Z chef behind the China-chic lion's head pastries

BY :CGTN

UPDATED :2025-04-21

In Shunde, Guangdong, young chef Chen Xiaodong blends tradition and creativity to craft "lion's head pastries" inspired by Guangdong's iconic lion dance. In this 3-minute video, witness how he brings together flaky layers and traditional Cantonese culture to create a China-chic treat. Who will guide the future of Chinese pastry and heritage? It's in good and youthful hands.

Editor: Annie