In the long history of China, the 80s was a period of change and hope. The spring breeze of reform and opening up is gradually blowing, and people's living standards have begun to improve steadily. So, in this era, what exactly do Chinese eat? Let's travel back in time to that era full of fireworks and explore the memories of food on the Chinese table in the 80s.
1. Street food: simple but delicious.
In China in the 80s, street food was an integral part of everyday life. In the morning, people are often awakened by the aroma of fried dough sticks and soy milk, which is crispy and delicious with sweet soy milk, which has become the first choice for many people's breakfast. At noon, steaming steamed buns, steamed buns, dumplings and other noodles become the protagonists of the streets. And in the evening, all kinds of snacks in the night market are dazzling, such as skewers, pancakes, stinky tofu, etc., these delicacies are not only cheap, but also delicious and deeply loved by people.
2. Family dining table: simple but warm.
In the 80s, the living conditions of most Chinese families were relatively modest. As a result, the dishes on the family table are also mostly home-cooked. Dishes such as braised pork, steamed fish, and stir-fried seasonal vegetables have become frequent guests on the family table. Although these dishes are simple, each dish contains the love and care of the family, making people feel the warmth and happiness of home.
3. Farmers' Market: Lively and full of life.
In the 80s, farmers' markets were the main place for people to buy ingredients. On weekends or holidays, the farmers' market is always bustling. A variety of fresh vegetables, fruits, meat, seafood, and other ingredients are dazzling. People wander through the market, picking out their favorite ingredients and adding delicious dishes to their families' tables.
4. Festive Cuisine: Tradition and Celebration.
In China in the 80s, festivals were important celebratory moments in life. During traditional festivals such as the Spring Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival, every household will prepare sumptuous festive food. Traditional foods such as dumplings, zongzi, and mooncakes are not only a symbol of festivals, but also a symbol of family reunion and celebration of a better life.
5. Food Culture: Diversity and Inclusion.
Despite the limited standard of living in China in the 80s, people's food culture was diverse and inclusive. With the advancement of reform and opening up, foreign cuisines such as Western food and Japanese food have gradually entered the Chinese market, providing people with more dietary choices. These foreign delicacies not only enrich people's tables, but also show the open and inclusive attitude of Chinese.
To sum up, although the Chinese table in the 80s was simple, it was full of fireworks and love from family. From street food to family tables, from farmers' markets to holiday treats, every detail embodies the memories and emotions of that era. Nowadays, when we look back on this history, we can't help but sigh at the passage of time and the changes in life. However, those good tastes and memories remain in our hearts forever and become our precious treasures.
In the days to come, let us continue to inherit and carry forward China's food culture, let food become a bridge between the past and the future, and write a better chapter of life together.