A Longkou Girl from?the Post-90s Generation Innovates with Cartoon-Style Tangyuan

Qilu Network · Shandian News, February 10, 2025 – In today’s market, plenty of young entrepreneurs, full of ambition and determination, are pursuing their dreams, each managing their own unique and vibrant businesses.

Stepping into the shop of Yu Mingyu, a post-90s entrepreneur from Longkou, Yantai, the reporter observed an array of cartoon-style tangyuan (glutinous rice balls), each crafted with intricate designs and a delightful appearance. As the Lantern Festival approached, Yu’s creative tangyuan not only featured adorable appearances but also retained the soft, glutinous texture and rich fillings of traditional tangyuan, attracting numerous customers eager to place their orders. 

According to the reporter’s findings, this year marks the third year of Yu Mingyu’s venture into crafting cartoon-style tangyuan. She has made significant efforts to refine their shapes, color combinations, and fillings, making her creations more visually diverse and instantly eye-catching. With a blend of creativity and passion, she injected new vitality into traditional delicacies. The popularity of her cartoon-style tangyuan reflects not only commercial innovation but also the young generations’ commitment to preserving and promoting traditional Chinese culture. 

Reported by Shandian News Journalists Liu Mojin, Yu Peijia; Longkou Media, Qu Sihan, Chen Lian, Yu Zhongxin