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Start of Autumn is one of the 24 solar terms which reflects the withdrawal of summer and the beginning of autumn. It was considered a very significant transition even in ancient China. After Aug 6, you should eat more nourishing seasonal treats, to keep your body hydrated and healthy.

Stir-fried bitter gourd with scrambled eggs [Photo/VCG]

White fungus soup with lotus seeds [Photo/VCG]

Chinese yam with sweet osmanthus sauce [Photo/VCG]

Chinese pudding using soft red beans [Photo/VCG]

Crucian soup with Chinese yam [Photo/VCG]

Pumpkin casserole [Photo/VCG]

Pork rib soup with red dates and lotus root [Photo/VCG]

Longan honey [Photo/VCG]