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Following strong word of mouth, the Chinese movie Dear You has extended its theatrical run in China through July 31 and is now being released in several overseas markets.
Along with its emotional story, the film has also introduced many viewers to the food of Chaoshan, a coastal region in eastern Guangdong Province known for its distinctive culinary traditions.
<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-06-29/Movie-Dear-You-brings-Chaoshan-cuisine-into-the-spotlight-1On2rwt9Rtu/img/51e96d43696e49fd856d967e54726284/51e96d43696e49fd856d967e54726284.jpeg' alt='Wumiguo, a traditional Chaoshan snack. /VCG'
One of the dishes featured in the film is wumiguo, a traditional Chaoshan snack. Instead of rice flour, it is made with a sweet potato starch wrapper and filled with ingredients such as Chinese chives, mung beans or taro paste. Wumiguo can be steamed for a soft, chewy texture or pan-fried until crisp on the outside. It is often served with fish sauce or chili sauce.
<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-06-29/Movie-Dear-You-brings-Chaoshan-cuisine-into-the-spotlight-1On2rwt9Rtu/img/92be9cf72364401589c64d1b4a9af5aa/92be9cf72364401589c64d1b4a9af5aa.jpeg' alt='Chaoshan beef hot pot. /VCG'
Another signature dish closely associated with Chaoshan is its famous beef hot pot. The focus is on fresh beef, which is sliced to order and briefly cooked in a clear beef broth. Different cuts are served separately to highlight their individual textures and flavors, and the meat is commonly paired with satay sauce.
<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-06-29/Movie-Dear-You-brings-Chaoshan-cuisine-into-the-spotlight-1On2rwt9Rtu/img/0ea468879a1b4dbfad589d244a4932b7/0ea468879a1b4dbfad589d244a4932b7.jpeg' alt='Braised geese hang in a shop window in Shantou, Guangdong Province, China. /VCG'
No introduction to Chaoshan cuisine would be complete without its braised goose. Made with soy sauce and spices, it’s a common dish at family gatherings and holidays. A traditional platter usually includes sliced goose meat along with delicacies such as goose liver, wings and feet, reflecting the region’s emphasis on making full use of every part of the bird.
For many overseas audiences, Dear You offers more than a moving story. It also provides a glimpse into the everyday food culture of Chaoshan, where recipes passed down through the generations remain an important part of local life.
