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This chapter explores the diverse breakfast options across different cultures and regions, comparing traditional Chinese breakfasts like soy milk and fried breadsticks to more modern options like avocado toast. It highlights the cultural significance of breakfast and how it varies based on region and personal preferences.
- Traditional Chinese breakfasts include soy milk and fried breadsticks (油条), which are common in mainland China and Taiwan.
- In Hong Kong, breakfast often consists of coffee or milk tea with a sandwich or rice noodle rolls (肠粉).
- The term "油炸鬼" (fried ghost) for fried breadsticks in Cantonese is explained, relating to a historical figure.
- Beijing's breakfast staples include "豆汁儿" (bean juice) and "焦圈儿" (fried dough sticks).
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