Mo Xi and Fang Hong, both alumni of a university in Malaysia, were once a couple. But after graduation, they returned to each other's countries to pursue their careers and the relationship was severed by distance, with no contact information exchanged at the time of parting.
Reunited again: Married couple and business partners Mo Xi (L) and Fang Hong. [Photo/cri.cn]
However, in 2019, Fang stumbled upon a video posted by Mo on social media, rekindling their relationship after a seven-year hiatus – and later that year Mo travelled from his native Iran to Huangshan city in East China's Anhui province.
There he and Fang Hong obtained their marriage certificate, settling in Huangshan and becoming new residents there.
Passionate about music and singing, Mo is a versatile talent. In the second half of 2023, the couple established Diu Diu Bear Farm in Yiqi town, in the Tunxi district of Huangshan city – hosting various themed parties and team-building activities.
The farm also offers special experience activities such as a forest train and fruit and vegetable picking, attracting tourists from both within and outside Huangshan.
Mo expressed his love for the environment of Huangshan, especially its cuisine. Embracing his passion for food and culinary skills, he has honed his cooking abilities – inspired by the beautiful landscape and rich, abundant ingredients – finding ample space to showcase his cooking talent.
The best-selling delicacy at their farm is the gourmet hamburger designed and made by Mo. Yiqi town is renowned for its ham production and Mo's innovative approach, combining local specialties with the burger, has made it a hit.
A keen videographer, he shares his daily life and work on social platforms, generating a lot of positive feedback.
One of his videos about Huangshan cuisine received 70,000 likes and 30,000 saves. Mo proudly mentions that his family in Iran, after seeing the videos, wanted to experience Huangshan firsthand.
As the Lunar New Year approaches, Mo and Fang Hong are busy purchasing various Lunar New Year goods and participating in festive activities with their son. They're also experiencing traditional Lunar New Year customs, like checking out fish-shaped lanterns and playing the drums.
The couple have said they want to incorporate these Lunar New Year traditions into the daily operations of the farm – allowing visitors from all over the world to have an unforgettable experience during the Spring Festival holiday in Huangshan.
Mo Xi drives the forest train at the Diu Diu Bear Farm. [Photo/cri.cn]