Tanghulu, a popular Chinese candied fruit snack, is often associated with winter due to its warming nature and traditional availability at winter markets. The syrup coating offers a comforting sweetness during colder months. However, there's no strict rule against enjoying it year-round.

In fact, its refreshing taste can be just as delightful in warmer seasons. Ultimately, whether you savor tanghulu in winter or any other season depends on personal preference and availability.

Tanghulu is definitely a winter treat! No arguments allowed, haha!

In the summer heat, the sugar coating would probably melt into a sticky mess before you could even take a bite.

It is definitely a year-round choice as it can be made from various fruits or vegetables like hawthorn, grapes, yam, etc. It's best to have one after enjoying hotpot or any spicy cuisine.

A very nice traditional Chinese snack.

Delicious.

When I was a child, there was only one type of tanghulu in my town during winter, so in my mind, only sugar-coated hawthorns could be called tanghulu.

However, when I came to big cities, I realized I was wrong. There are various types of Tanghulu, such as strawberries, oranges, and more.

I think tanghulu isn't a seasonal food, and if you love it, you can eat it every day. Of course, it might not be easy to preserve in summer because its surface tends to melt easily.