Chinese delicacies gain popularity

Traditional Chinese delicacies, particularly those themed with the Chinese Lunar New Year, have gained rising popularity in the global market, with some domestic producers' orders flourishing ahead of the Spring Festival holidays, which start on February 10. From tofu to candy, these Chinese foods are catering to a wider range of people, which experts said is a reflection of how Chinese culture is gaining a foothold in the world market, particularly those countries involved in the joint construction of the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) amid closer ties.