When residents of the Daxinzhuang area are asked to name a bakery they know well, the locally-run “Mierke European Bakery,” in business for over fifteen years, is always at the top of the list—arguably the undisputed number-one brand. This widespread consumer trust and support is thanks to owner Mr. Zhou’s more than thirty-year passion for the pastry craft; he constantly innovates and develops new flavors that keep pace with social trends, filling the shop with a diverse, refined selection. Whether it’s healthy breads, artistic cakes, traditional pastries, or sculpted Western desserts, each has its own loyal following. Worth noting: every afternoon at four o’clock, the aroma of freshly baked bread draws crowds eager to buy—proof of Mierke’s popularity!