A long-running and delicious social tradition

Golden crab gravy oozes from the tops of buns stuffed with crab meat, while other dim sum treats are bursting with pork, soup or shocking green bits of a local plant called bur clover.

A visit to Guyuelou restaurant offers a glimpse into the long-preserved morning tea culture in Taizhou, Jiangsu province.

One of the most popular restaurants among the locals, it's tucked away in the Old Street scenic spot, in a line of shops offering the favorite snacks of the area.