Imagine biting into a Jiangsu Crystal Hawthorn Cake — a translucent red gem shining under sunlight. This classic Jiangsu dessert blends the tangy freshness of hawthorn with delicate sweetness, creatin…
Read moreWhen the richly braised pork intestines meet the fresh, wine-scented clover greens, deep brown and vibrant green create a stunning contrast on the plate. The rich aroma of soy sauce blends beautifully…
Read moreIn Jiangsu, Jiangsu Wheel Cake (also called “Jiangsu wheel pie” or “Chinese wheel pastry”) is a beloved Jiangsu street food classic. This Jiangsu snack offers crispy outer shell and warm fillings. In …
Read moreWhen a bowl of Shanghai Braised Pork Belly is served, the amber-colored cubes of pork shimmer under the light. The rich aroma of soy sauce mixes with the gentle scent of rice wine. This homestyle dish…
Read more1. Origin & History of Jiangsu Thousand-Layer Oil Cake The Jiangsu Thousand-Layer Oil Cake dates back to the Ming and Qing dynasties in Jiangnan.It began as a homemade snack and a festive treat sh…
Read moreWhen the deep-brown meat cake trembles slightly on the plate, the aroma of meat, potatoes, and spices blends into a unique savory scent — this is Dingzhou Steamed Meat Cake, a traditional delicacy tha…
Read more1. Origins and History The Yangzhou Thousand-Layer Oil Cake, or “Qian Ceng You Gao,” dates back to late Qing Dynasty. A Fujian-born chef, Gao Naichao, first created it using traditional techniques. He…
Read moreIn Jiangsu province in China, there’s a soft, sweet treat shaped like a gold ingot.This is Dingsheng cake, a lucky cake from Jiangsu cuisine.Take a bite and feel happiness and sweetness all at once.If…
Read moreWhen the light brown buckwheat cake quivers slightly on the wooden board, releasing a rustic grain aroma, the chef’s blade moves swiftly, cutting it into delicate petals — this is Hebei Buckwheat Cake…
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