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COMMENTARY · SCMP — Tech English(EN) · 5d

How tofu evolved from an accidental discovery to one of China’s most prized culinary symbols

Tofu's origins are traced back to ancient Chinese alchemists during the Western Han dynasty who were seeking an elixir of life. While experimenting with soybeans, gypsum, and spring water, they accidentally created soybean curd, which has since become a globally appreciated food. Historical texts and archaeological evidence support the legend of its creation by Liu An, the King of Huainan. AI
- Liu An
- Anhui province
- Zhu Xi
- Tofu
- Ming dynasty
- Henan province
- Song dynasty
- China
MEME · SCMP — Tech English(EN) · 3w

China eatery owner closes shop briefly to donate stem cells to toddler; customers show support

A barbecue stall owner in China temporarily closed his business to donate stem cells to a toddler he had never met. Shao Sanhu, 33, from Anhui province, paused operations for 13 days, incurring a loss of approximately 20,000 yuan (US$3,000) in rent and salaries. His selfless act, announced via a notice and social media post, inspired customers to show support and even sign up for a donation program. AI
- Shao Sanhu
- Anhui province