Economic Watch: China's durian fever spreads to snacks, milk tea and even hotpots

INSIDE a factory in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, workers are racing against time to pack durian-stuffed cakes, so that these snacks maintain the distinct sulfurous aroma of durians, often likened to a blend of socks and rotting onions.

The factory belongs to Guangxi Xuan Ma Food Co., Ltd., a company specializing in packed snacks. In recent years, pastries made from Southeast Asian durians have become its bestsellers.