Winter Warmers: Beijing Snacks to Warm You from the Inside Out | the Beijinger: With such a distinct difference between the summer and winter weather in Beijing, it’s perhaps no surprise that the seasonal snacks differ as well. While summer is all about ice creams and Beibingyang orange soda, winter brings heartier treats like hand-warming roasted sweet potatoes and throat-soothing pear soup. These are a few of our favorites.
A Cake Fiend's Guide to Daoxiangcun, Beijing's Oldest Traditional Pastry Shop | the Beijinger : The renowned Daoxiangcun Bakery has deep roots in Beijing. It was in 1895 that Guo Yusheng opened its doors in Guanyin Temple on Qianmianwei street, selling authentic Beijing pastries and snacks. As an outsider, you may have walked past a Daoxiangcun store countless times and never even realized, but for the locals, this staple chain is home, and brings back fond childhood memories.
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