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Mid-Autumn Festival: Learn Chinese with Mooncakes 中秋节：一起吃月饼，学中文！
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The Mid-Autumn Festival is just around the corner! In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're talking about some of the most important traditions of this beloved Chinese festival – from enjoying the full moon to sharing delicious mooncakes. Learn some useful Chinese along the way and celebrate with us! On the show: Fei Fei & Steve.
(01:23) The full moon, family reunion & mooncakes
(05:36) How mooncakes are made: classic fillings & new flavors
(13:39) Traditional or modern? The great mooncake debate: sweet vs. savory, the most controversial filling, regional eating habits, and reinventing traditional foods.