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Sugar art revolution: How Chinese artisan redefines fondant


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Chinese sugar art master Zhou Yi has transformed Western fondant techniques into a new medium for cultural storytelling. As the first Chinese artist to win multiple gold medals at international cake competitions, Zhou creates edible masterpieces like "Empress Wu Zetian" that blend Tang Dynasty (618-907) aesthetics with modern pastry art.
His breathtaking creations – shared across social media – have amassed tens of millions of likes and hundreds of millions of views, captivating Gen Z and reigniting global fascination with traditional Chinese artistry.
This documentary unveils how this "King of Sugar" transforms fondant into a modern canvas for intangible cultural heritage, blending ancient craftsmanship with digital-age storytelling.
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