Ningxia Warm Pot: Hearty Winter Hotpot

1. Introduction Ningxia Hotpot is a traditional winter dish from the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, famous for its distinctive cooking style and layered presentation. As a cherished local comfort food…

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Wenzhou Songgao: Sweet Glutinous Rice Cake

This article introduces Wenzhou Songgao, a traditional soft and sweet glutinous rice cake made from glutinous and regular rice flours, sugar, lard and osmanthus. Learn about its preparation, cultural role in festivals, where to taste authentic Songgao in Wenzhou, and simple tips for trying or making it yourself.

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Jinhua Pastry
Jinhua Crisp Pastry: A Millennium of Flavor

This guide introduces Jinhua Crisp Pastry—golden, flaky pastries filled with meigan cai and pork—covering history, ingredients, traditional craft, tasting tips, where to buy, and a simplified home recipe for travelers and food lovers.

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Chifeng Duijia: Crispy Smoked Meat Pancake

Chifeng Duijia is a signature snack from Chifeng city in Inner Mongolia, celebrated for its golden, clearly layered pastry and richly smoked pork filling. The technique is meticulous: a dough of flour…

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Youzanzi
Ningbo Oil Zanzi: Century-Old Crispy Twist

This guide explores Ningbo Oil Zanzi, a handcrafted fried pastry from the Guangxu era. Learn about its ingredients, seaweed variation, traditional frying technique, tasting tips, where to find authentic shops, and an easy home recipe to try after your Ningbo visit.

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