Jin Cheng Lan Cake Shop Introduction
Bitan is a famous scenic spot in New Taipei City. With the opening of the New Taipei MRT Line, some people have taken the suspension bridge directly, overlooking the nearby Xindian Road, which has existed since the Qing Dynasty's Daoguang period. Although it no longer resembles its former appearance, this old street has always been the administrative center of the Xindian District. The old street has formed a trading hub, and while its former glory has faded, some traditional shops continue to thrive quietly. Closely linked to folk beliefs, there is the Jin Cheng Lan Bakery, which is adjacent to the public market and has nearly a hundred years of history, once again drawing crowds to Bitan. Traditionally closely intertwined with daily life, pastries have become increasingly unfamiliar to the younger generation due to societal changes and shifts in beliefs. Over the past few years, Chen Zhixin, who has taken over the old shop for over a decade, has started to engage with schools and cultural institutions to meet visiting needs, explaining the relationship between pastries, history, culture, and folk traditions at the store, thereby continuing the cultural spirit of pastries. This is also the original intention of Jin Cheng Lan to insist on combining traditional culture and customs, rather than following a tourist route characterized by beautiful lighting and atmosphere. Instead, they wish to provide a cultural specialty that offers a glimpse into the spirit of folk traditions. The specialty store of "turtle" pastries is the biggest feature of Jin Cheng Lan, showcasing various products shaped like "turtles."
