A-Yu Rice Dumpling Introduction
A-Yu Mazu, the first shop in Jinshan dedicated to selling "Mazu," has stood for over 20 years. Originally helping her family by following her mother's work, A-Yu's mother, Guo Li-Yun, learned the craft and transformed a traditional offering meant for deities during festivals into a year-round snack. She later introduced various flavors, moving beyond the basic versions that only used peanuts and sesame, making it a well-known gift from the Jinshan area. Even former New Taipei City Mayor Zhou Xiwei and current Mayor Zhu Lilun are regular customers, and it has become one of the city's welcoming gifts. Initially, Mazu was larger, but now it has been refined into a small, bite-sized treat that is very popular among young people, bringing a taste of pure happiness.
