Traditional candies in Hong Kong

[1] However, the social atmosphere today has put more emphasis on health protection, and candies are dubbed as food with high energy value solely, which is considered unhealthy.

The word 'Ding’ is a sounded syllable in Cantonese imitating the noise made by the hawker who used a hammer and cutter to slice a huge chunk into pieces.

Yan Chim Kee (甄沾記) is a well-known confectionery and foodstuffs manufacturer in Hong Kong with a history that dates back at least a century.

The packaging of Yan Chim Kee Coconut Candy was eyecatching shades of red, green and yellow with a distinctive logo.

The firm was considered a pillar in the local food manufacturing scene during the 1950s to the 1970s - older Hong Kong residents have fond memories of their coconut-based candies, juices and ice cream products.

The company ran into financial difficulties in the 1990s due to various disputes between the founder's descendants, and an ill-timed move to Mainland Chinese production.

[9] It can also mean money and sweetness of life, which is why many chocolates presented in the festival are wrapped and packaged in the shape of a gold coin.

Hong Kong people not only remembers the taste of these candies, but also the happy moments that they shared with their friends and family.

These experiences are commonly shared between the Hong Kong people who were born and raised in generations before and is easily triggered when they see these candies again.