As one the 24 solar terms in Chinese lunar calendar, Grain Buds (Xiao Man) is the second one in summer, which means that the kernels of summer crops are in the milk but not yet ripe. In 2018, Grain Buds falls on May 21.
Xiaoman - Grain Buds
Xiaoman, literally meaning grain buds, is the second solar term in summer, during which the summer harvest is about to begin. The term falls on May 21 this year.
What Beijing Natives Eat on Grain Buds
On Grain Buds, Beijing natives observe the custom of eating longan, suan mei tang and almond tofu. Follow us to see where to taste these delicacies.
The Top Five Places for Angling
A saying about rain during Xiaoman mentions, "A heavy rainfall makes the river full." Because of the great increase in rainfall, rivers are full of water, which makes fish and shrimp big and fat. We have recommended you some good places to enjoy angling.
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