A photo taken on December 10, 2024 shows strawberry cakes in enamel bowls on sale at a pastry shop in Linyi City, Shandong Province. The shop has seen daily sales of more than 1,000 in the past month from both online and offline purchases, according to staff. /CFP

A photo taken on December 10, 2024 shows strawberry cakes in enamel bowls on sale at a pastry shop in Linyi City, Shandong Province. The shop has seen daily sales of more than 1,000 in the past month from both online and offline purchases, according to staff. /CFP

A photo taken on December 10, 2024 shows strawberry cakes in enamel bowls on sale at a pastry shop in Linyi City, Shandong Province. The shop has seen daily sales of more than 1,000 in the past month from both online and offline purchases, according to staff. /CFP

A photo taken on December 10, 2024 shows strawberry cakes in enamel bowls on sale at a pastry shop in Linyi City, Shandong Province. The shop has seen daily sales of more than 1,000 in the past month from both online and offline purchases, according to staff. /CFP

A photo taken on December 10, 2024 shows strawberry cakes in enamel bowls on sale at a pastry shop in Linyi City, Shandong Province. The shop has seen daily sales of more than 1,000 in the past month from both online and offline purchases, according to staff. /CFP

A photo taken on December 10, 2024 shows strawberry cakes in enamel bowls on sale at a pastry shop in Linyi City, Shandong Province. The shop has seen daily sales of more than 1,000 in the past month from both online and offline purchases, according to staff. /CFP

A photo taken on December 10, 2024 shows strawberry cakes in enamel bowls on sale at a pastry shop in Linyi City, Shandong Province. The shop has seen daily sales of more than 1,000 in the past month from both online and offline purchases, according to staff. /CFP

A photo taken on December 10, 2024 shows strawberry cakes in enamel bowls on sale at a pastry shop in Linyi City, Shandong Province. The shop has seen daily sales of more than 1,000 in the past month from both online and offline purchases, according to staff. /CFP

A photo taken on December 10, 2024 shows strawberry cakes in enamel bowls on sale at a pastry shop in Linyi City, Shandong Province. The shop has seen daily sales of more than 1,000 in the past month from both online and offline purchases, according to staff. /CFP

A photo taken on December 10, 2024 shows strawberry cakes in enamel bowls on sale at a pastry shop in Linyi City, Shandong Province. The shop has seen daily sales of more than 1,000 in the past month from both online and offline purchases, according to staff. /CFP

The enamel bowl, a ubiquitous everyday item in mid-20th century China, has been revived with retro-style strawberry cakes in many cities across China.

The recipe for the cake is simple and classic: just cream, sugar, strawberries and sponge cake. This novel combination has made it a hit with dessert lovers of all ages.

The young are attracted by the traditional and delicious taste at an affordable price, while older consumers find nostalgia in it.