Did you know Taiwan’s Mid-Autumn Festival smells like barbecue? In this episode, Joeru shares how a harvest festival turned into one of Taiwan’s biggest food days — with everyone grilling meat, eating pomelos, and enjoying the moonlight together. Plus, find out the funny story behind why barbecues became a must-do tradition!

In this episode, you’ll learn:
– Why the Mid-Autumn Festival falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month
– How a barbecue sauce commercial accidentally created a new Taiwanese tradition
– What Taiwanese people eat and do during the holiday (hint: it’s not just mooncakes!)
– Fun facts about eating and decorating with pomelos

🗣 Listener Challenge:
How do you celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival? Does your country have a similar tradition? Share with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

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