1. Bawang Su: A Two-Thousand-Year Taste — He County’s Must-Try Pastry Imagine walking the historic streets of He County, Anhui, when a warm, toasty sesame aroma draws you in. You touch a golden,…
Read more1. Holi Lamb Jelly: A Warming Winter Delicacy from Anhui When the north wind sweeps across He County’s fields, locals look forward to a comforting regional favorite—Holi lamb jelly. This savory mutton…
Read moreWarm fermented rice ball soup (Laozao Tangyuan) is a beloved southern Chinese dessert—soft glutinous rice balls in sweet low-alcohol fermented rice broth. This article covers its history, ingredients, flavor, where to find the best versions, and an easy home recipe.
Read more1. A Whiff of Sweetness Across a Thousand Years: The Origin of Osmanthus Red Bean Porridge The origin of Osmanthus Red Bean Porridge can be traced back to the Song Dynasty, a time of unprecedented com…
Read moreChongqing Triangle Rice Cake is a nostalgic glutinous rice snack steamed with red sugar and sesame. Born as a dockworker’s energy bite, it’s now a beloved street breakfast. Learn about its history, ingredients, homemade recipe, tasting tips, and where to find authentic versions in Chongqing.
Read more1. Origin in the Mountains: From Famine Food to Local Delicacy The story of Huizhou kudzu dumplings begins with the region’s rugged landscape—many hills, little arable land. In hard times, people fora…
Read moreThis article introduces Chongqing Iron Cake, a beloved traditional street snack from the 1930s. Learn its history, cultural significance, ingredients, and flavor profile, plus where to try it in Chongqing. Perfect for travelers seeking authentic local food and culinary experiences.
Read moreThis guide introduces Sichuan-Chongqing white rice cake, a soft, slightly sweet fermented rice snack enjoyed as breakfast or a street-food treat. Read about its origin, cultural role, ingredients, tasting tips, a home recipe, and where to find the freshest morning servings.
Read more1. Shitai Mugwort Pancake: A “Green Jewel” of Southern Anhui — One Bite, Full of Mugwort Aroma In the green hills and clear waters of southern Anhui, when spring winds sweep across the fie…
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