Spanish Apprentice Showcases Taihe Banmian at CIFTIS
The outdoor area of CIFTIS 2026 hosted the 'Super Wan' food market, where 26-year-old Spanish apprentice Song Xulin demonstrated Taihe banmian techniques including dough portioning, rolling and slapping. Song is a senior at Hefei University's International Education College. During a trip to Taihe County, Anhui in early July, he decided to learn the craft under Zhang Peng, a banmian chef with 16 years of experience. In late July, their 'Tai You Mian' team won the Fuyang district round of the 'Super Wan' food competition, which led to their invitation to CIFTIS.
Impact and considerations
The case shows how local cuisine gains cross-cultural exposure through an international apprentice and an exhibition platform, offering a reference for cultural tourism destinations and dining brands seeking brand promotion via exhibitions and competitions.
Key points
- The outdoor area of CIFTIS 2026 hosted the 'Super Wan' food market showcasing Anhui local cuisine.
- 26-year-old Spanish apprentice Song Xulin demonstrated Taihe banmian techniques including dough portioning, rolling and slapping.
- Song is a senior at Hefei University's International Education College and is preparing for HSK Level 5.
- In early July, Song decided to learn the craft during a trip to Taihe County, Anhui, under Zhang Peng, a banmian chef with 16 years of experience.
- In late July, their 'Tai You Mian' team won the Fuyang district round of the 'Super Wan' food competition.
- The pair were invited to CIFTIS to demonstrate banmian techniques after winning the competition.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- 中国旅游新闻网
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- First source publication
- 14 Sept 2026, 08:00
- Page published
- 15 Sept 2026, 00:05
- Last updated
- 14 Sept 2026, 08:00
- Original links
- China Tourism News：尝一尝“洋徒弟”的板面-中国旅游新闻网Document (opens in a new tab)Primary source · zh · Published 14 Sept 2026, 08:00