Bagel festival features healthy options

Coffee chain Tims China is launching the second edition of its Bagel Festival in September themed "Healthy and Delicious: Bagel Maverick". In collaboration with China's popular panda Meng Lan, the brand's "chief bagel recommendation officer", the festival aims to further integrate bagels into Chinese daily life and culture.

During the festival, four new health-focused, low-calorie bagel options will be offered. A standout is the "Multigrain" series, featuring nutritious bagels made with whole wheat or rye flour, packed with flaxseeds, oats, sunflower seeds and various grains.

Another must-try is the "Smile" series, a bagel stuffed with flavorful cream cheese fillings — all under 300 calories.