Gen Z's temple dining zen trend

Z世代寺庙式餐饮禅意潮流

Round Table China

社会与文化

2025-04-24

25 分钟
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Need a break from the hustle? What if the secret to unwinding wasn't a fancy spa day or a digital detox, but something far simpler: a humble bowl of rice in a tranquil temple? Temple meals are surging as Gen Z's go-to antidote to stress—blending mindfulness, tradition, and nourishment into one soul-soothing ritual. / As content creation and influencer culture explode, gyms are morphing into de facto film sets. Between tripods, ring lights, and carefully staged "failures," some seem more invested in crafting their next viral fitness reel than completing their reps (13:04). / We recommend one film from the 15th Beijing International Film Festival: Last Romance (《流金岁月》), directed by Yonfan (杨凡)(20:53). On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushan
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  • discussion keeps the world turning this is round table You're listening to Roundtable with myself,

  • He Yang.

  • I'm joined by Steve Hatherly and Yushan in the studio.

  • Coming up, need a break from the hustle?

  • What if we told you the key to unwinding could be a simple bowl of rice at a temple?

  • Tune in to discover why temple meals are becoming the hottest stress-busting trend for Gen Z in China.

  • And ever walked into the gym and feel like you've stumbled into a film set?

  • One minute, you're just reaching for some dumbbells.

  • The next, you're unintentionally guest starring in someone's 20 minute glute routine vlog.

  • I mean, I came here to work out, not to be an extra in someone else's gym video.

  • So is there a way to share the space without stepping on each other's routines?

  • What's more on today's show?

  • The curtains rise, the lights dim,

  • and Beijing becomes the beating heart of global cinema as the 15th Beijing International Film Festival unfolds its magic.

  • Come with us as we dive into one of the film festival's most captivating picks.

  • Today, recommended by me.

  • He Yang, yours truly.

  • Our podcast listeners can find us at Roundtable China on Apple Podcast.

  • Now, let's switch gears.

  • Who knew escaping the city grind meant lining up for tofu and tranquility?