Although her identity was not initially known, a person claiming to be a relative said the woman’s husband had bought her the pork bun from FamilyMart, a local convenience store.
The woman was later quoted by Apple Daily as saying that she was surprised her photo had gone viral.
However, she appeared to be less than pleased by her instant fame, saying she was “unlucky” to be known for such a moment. She said, however, that she hoped her newfound stardom would generate better business for her fruit stall, which she urged the media to promote.
Meanwhile, netizens took to social media to shower the woman with admiration.