Bengdou Zhang
Time-Honored BrandBengdou Zhang · Tianjin · Founded
Bengdou Zhang is a time-honored Tianjin snack brand, renowned for its crispy fried broad beans and other traditional roasted nuts. With a century-old heritage, it embodies the authentic flavors of Tianjin's street food culture.
Brand Story
Bengdou Zhang originated in Tianjin, with a history dating back to the Qing Dynasty. According to legend, founder Zhang started a stall selling roasted nuts in Tianjin Wei (the old name for Tianjin) during the reign of Emperor Guangxu (1875-1908). His fried broad beans, known as 'bengdou', were so crispy and delicious that they quickly won the hearts of locals. The second generation, Zhang Decai, inherited the family business and refined the techniques, spreading the fame of Bengdou Zhang throughout Tianjin. During the Republic of China era (1912-1949), the brand had established a fixed shop and became a well-known local snack. The craftsmanship emphasizes meticulous selection of ingredients and precise heat control, resulting in beans that are uniformly crispy with a balanced salty-sweet flavor, reflecting the vibrant street food culture and artisanal spirit of Tianjin. Through generations of inheritance, Bengdou Zhang is not just a food but a carrier of Tianjin's taste memory and a cultural symbol of the city.
Signature Products
Selected broad beans, soaked, fried, and seasoned to a crispy, savory perfection. (10-20 RMB per bag)
Peanuts roasted with a blend of spices, fragrant and crunchy, an ideal accompaniment to drinks. (8-15 RMB per bag)
Walnut kernels coated in a sweet glaze, sweet but not cloying, and rich in nutrition. (20-35 RMB per bag)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Tianjin（天津）
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Cultural Note
Bengdou Zhang's craft has been passed down primarily within the family, with a strong focus on ingredient selection and heat control. The products showcase the unique flavor of traditional Tianjin roasted nuts. The production process combines manual skill with experience, preserving the authentic taste of this time-honored brand.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "China Time-Honored Brand" (中华老字号)?
A China Time-Honored Brand is a designation by China’s Ministry of Commerce for brands with a long history that inherit products, craftsmanship or services across generations and have operated continuously to the present.
When was Bengdou Zhang founded?
Bengdou Zhang was founded in null, originating in Tianjin, Tianjin, primarily in the Food & Beverage field.
What is the signature product of Bengdou Zhang?
Its signature product is Traditional Fried Broad Beans. See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
Where can I find the official list of China Time-Honored Brands?
You can log into the MOFCOM "China Time-Honored Brand Information Management System", or browse this site’s brand directory — we have profiled 1,451 time-honored brands.
Sources / References
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