When spring arrives, everything comes back to life, and people want to eat something fresh. Beijingers know a lot about what to eat in early spring. There is even an ancient saying "eat the spring," which means eating fresh vegetables and making special dishes in early spring.

Many edible wild plants grow in the suburbs of the capital. Even flowers and the freshly sprouted leaves of trees can be made into a dish. The idea is that people "eat the spring" and get happy and healthy.