Xiangyang Wontons

Xiangyang Wontons

　　Wontons

　　During festivals or when treating themselves to a better meal, families in Xiangyang—whether in rural or urban areas—always enjoy a traditional snack: wontons. There’s even a local saying: “Eating wontons on the first day of the Lunar New Year—the very first meal.” Xiangyang’s wontons have a long history, believed to have been popular since the Ming and Qing dynasties. They are not only well-known within the province but also attract many travelers passing through from across the country.