With the Chinese New Year just around the corner, families in Wuxi are busy preparing their holiday staples: Chunks of black carp, cured pork, glutinous rice balls, stuffed gluten puffs, egg dumplings, and tofu-skin rolls. 

Just imagining a table laden with these dishes is enough to make local kids sigh in anticipation – there's simply no way to finish them all!

Braised black carp in brown sauce. [Photo/WeChat account: news-wuxixinwen]

Chunked black carp is always the star of the feast here. Thick cuts of fish are carefully cured and air-dried, served either hot or cold, delighting everyone with their rich flavor.

Cured pork, fragrant and savory, is a close contender for the top spot. As relatives and neighbors exchange homemade gifts, the amount of cured meat in the house seems to grow endlessly, reappearing at every meal.

Glutinous rice balls. [Photo/WeChat account: news-wuxixinwen]

Glutinous rice balls complete the festive picture. Handmade and chewy, these comforting treats come with a variety of fillings to choose from.

Stuffed gluten puffs. [Photo/WeChat account: news-wuxixinwen]

Then there are the festival classics: Stuffed gluten puffs soaked in broth, golden egg dumplings symbolizing wealth, and tofu-skin rolls filled with delicious ingredients.

These traditional dishes not only fill the table but also warm the heart, making the Spring Festival in Wuxi a truly memorable experience.