Shengyangtai
Time-Honored BrandShengyangtai · Ningbo · Founded
A century-old Ningbo pastry brand, renowned for traditional Ning-style cakes and pastries, preserving the city's culinary heritage and local flavors.
Brand Story
Shengyangtai was founded in the mid-to-late Qing Dynasty, with its exact founding year unverified. According to local historical records, its predecessor was a shop in Ningbo specializing in goods from the south and north. During the Daoguang reign (1821-1850), Ningbo flourished as one of the five treaty ports, and Shengyangtai emerged in this prosperous context, initially dealing in tea snacks and pastries, as well as dried goods. The founder, surnamed Wang (given name lost to history), reportedly apprenticed in a pastry workshop before establishing his own brand, earning a reputation for integrity and exquisite craftsmanship. Shengyangtai's pastries blend local Ningbo flavors, such as seaweed and sesame, which were beloved by residents. Culturally, it has passed down traditional Ningbo pastry-making techniques, becoming a significant symbol of the city's culinary identity. Through generations, Shengyangtai reached its peak during the Republic of China era, with products sold to Shanghai and Hangzhou. Today, it still insists on handmade production and ancient methods, standing as a representative of Ningbo's time-honored brands.
Signature Products
A Ningbo specialty mooncake filled with seaweed, featuring a crispy crust and a savory-sweet taste. (20-40 RMB/box)
Traditional fried dough snacks, crispy and delicious, available in sweet and savory flavors. (15-30 RMB/jin)
Made from soybean flour and maltose, it melts in your mouth with a sweet but not cloying taste. (10-25 RMB/box)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Ningbo（宁波）
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Cultural Note
Shengyangtai's pastry-making techniques follow ancient methods, such as hand-kneading dough and charcoal baking, preserving the authentic flavors of Ningbo-style pastries. Its products often use local ingredients like seaweed (tai cai) and sesame, reflecting Ningbo's coastal geography. The brand also emphasizes seasonal festivals, offering mooncakes for Mid-Autumn Festival and New Year cakes for Spring Festival, closely tied to folk customs.
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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 Shengyangtai founded?
Shengyangtai was founded in null, originating in Ningbo, Ningbo, primarily in the Other field.
What is the signature product of Shengyangtai?
Its signature product is Seaweed Mooncake. 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.
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