1. Spring Cake: In beginning of spring season, every family in traditional old Beijing will eat spring cake, also called biting spring. Spring cakes are eaten in many areas, but old Beijing is a little different.

2. Assorted dishes: Assorted dishes are also one of the cuisines in early spring in Beijing. The ingredients used to make combination dishes are not high-end, but they are common, including leeks, vermicelli, spinach, shredded pork and bean sprouts.

3. Radish: Eating radish in spring is very popular in many areas, and Beijing is no exception. On that day in beginning of spring, Beijingers will also buy some radishes to eat, which is actually called biting spring.