Fu-Le Handcrafted Buns Introduction
Li Tu-ge (born in 1935) started making handmade steamed buns and baozi in 1971 to support his family, selling from a pushcart in nearby villages. Later, he set up a fixed stall in front of the Fu'an Temple in Fucai Village. In 2003, due to his age, his son Li Yongchun (born in 1970) took over the business and opened a breakfast shop at No. 37 Fucai Village, operating only in the morning from 5 AM to 9 AM. In 2011, Li Yongchun's wife Peng Xiaoling and her sister-in-law expanded their sales to Dongshi, choosing a site with more foot and vehicle traffic in front of the Dongshi Township Farmers' Association, where they set up a stall named "Fucai Handmade Steamed Buns," selling handmade steamed buns and baozi. Due to their authentic preparation, the business thrived, making it a well-known snack stall in Dongshi. "Fucai Handmade Steamed Buns" are made with high-gluten flour, completely by hand and without machines. The baozi fillings include cabbage, pork, carrots, and sweet potato to enhance their sweetness and flavor. In addition to baozi and steamed buns, "Fucai Handmade Steamed Buns" also sells twisted crullers. The baozi and steamed buns are made at the Fucai home, kept warm and then heated at the sales location; the twisted crullers are made at home and fried on-site.
