This little stall has way more to it than simply meets the eye. The photo was taken when last I visited my wife hometown of Guangzhou. Located a mere five minute walk from her family's apartment, every day I'd indulge on some of the best tasting pancakes I've ever tried. Packets of at least five slices were consumed by your truly on a daily basis. The ultra cheap price certainly helped too. Of course, brands we Londoners are accustomed to were all but gone out here, so sampling the delicious wares of these independent snack houses, was just awesome.
One funny memory I took back with me was the lady owner at the stand. She was always laughing and very friendly. But she would also get into full blown conversations with me... In Chinese! I'm sure my wife explained on several occasions that I didn't understand anything she uttered. But it didn't matter. She rattled on and on, with me just attempting to politely nod my head in compliance. How very sweet!
Great snack foods, great memories and a trip looked back with pure fondness. Hope that lady ain't gone nowhere. Next time I travel out to Guangzhou, I need me some more of those damn pancakes! :)
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