Shen Dacheng
Time-Honored BrandShen Dacheng · Shanghai · Founded 1875
Shen Dacheng is a renowned Shanghai pastry brand, celebrated for its delicate rice cakes and traditional dim sum. Since 1875, it has preserved the essence of Jiangnan culinary culture, becoming a beloved symbol of Shanghai's food heritage.
Brand Story
Founded in 1875 during the Qing Dynasty by Shen Ajin, Shen Dacheng began as a humble congee shop before evolving into a renowned pastry store. Shen Ajin, with a focus on quality ingredients and meticulous craftsmanship, developed a distinctive style of Suzhou-style rice cakes. In the early 20th century, the shop relocated to Nanjing Road, becoming a famous tea house in Shanghai. Its pastries, made primarily from glutinous rice flour, are known for their soft, chewy texture and rich fillings, especially the double-filled rice balls and strip cakes. Over a century, Shen Dacheng has upheld traditional handcrafting methods, blending Jiangnan culinary culture and becoming an integral part of Shanghai's collective memory.
Signature Products
Soft glutinous rice skin wrapped with sweet red bean paste and sesame filling, delicately sweet and not greasy. A classic of Shen Dacheng. (5-8 RMB per piece)
Made from glutinous rice flour, filled with red bean paste, and topped with osmanthus flowers. Sweet, soft, and chewy, with traditional Suzhou flavor. (4-6 RMB per piece)
Made with mugwort juice and glutinous rice flour, filled with red bean paste or salted egg yolk with pork floss. A seasonal offering, most popular around Qingming Festival. (6-10 RMB per piece)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Shanghai（上海）
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Cultural Note
Shen Dacheng's pastry-making technique follows Jiangnan traditions, emphasizing fine ingredient selection, hand-kneading, and a balance between the softness of glutinous rice flour and the richness of fillings. The process involves soaking, grinding, steaming, and stuffing, each step requiring skilled hands. More than a pastry shop, Shen Dacheng is a microcosm of Shanghai's food culture, reflecting the Haipai spirit of blending tradition with innovation.
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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 Shen Dacheng founded?
Shen Dacheng was founded in 1875, originating in Shanghai, Shanghai, primarily in the Dining field.
What is the signature product of Shen Dacheng?
Its signature product is Double-Filled Rice Ball. 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?
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