Roast Suckling Chicken is one of the distinctive dishes in the Shandong cuisine of China’s culinary system. It primarily uses lettuce as the main ingredient and is mainly prepared by roasting. Dish characteristics: Golden in color, tender and lightly fragrant meat, even better when served with lettuce. Historical and cultural background: 1. Roast Suckling Chicken is one of the “Three Roasts” traditional dishes of Qingdao, Shandong. It was developed by a renowned chef in Qingdao in the 1940s...
Dacun Town in Jiaonan is renowned as the "Hometown of Edible Fungi in Qingdao." In 2011, "Dacun Black Fungus" was certified as a National Geographical Indication product. The Dacun Black Fungus Premium Demonstration Park is located in Hebei Village, Dacun Town, covering an area of 600 mu, with the first phase spanning over 200 mu. The total investment exceeds 7 million yuan, and currently over 1 million yuan has been invested...
Known as the "Hometown of Edible Fungi in Qingdao," Dacun Town in Jiaonan City offers visitors the chance to enter shiitake cultivation greenhouses and pick mushrooms alongside local farmers. The town has vigorously developed its edible fungi industry, focusing on shiitake and black fungus. To date, over 60 villages and more than 6,000 households in the town are involved in edible fungi cultivation, growing...
The Shijihua (Razor Clam) is a relatively large species of shellfish found in northern seas. Its muscular foot is thick, milky-white in color, tapering to a point at the top and broadening at the base, smooth and rounded, resembling a human tongue. The meat is delicate and delicious, ranking alongside sea cucumber and abalone as one of the top eight delicacies of the sea. The name "Shijihua" comes from an ancient legend. During the Spring and Autumn Period, Xi Shi, a famous beauty...
Woven straw crafts are a specialty of Qingdao, made from natural materials such as cattail grass, wool grass, corn husks, and craft paper cords. The products mainly fall into two categories: one is woven straw glass bottle covers, which are brightly colored, elegant, and provide insulation on glassware; the other is handwoven items such as tea coasters, seat cushions, door mats, …
Three-Delicious Pan-Fried Dumplings are a specialty dish of Qingdao. The quality of the dumpling wrappers reflects the skill of the chef making them. Well-sealed wrappers that result in dumplings that are flavorful yet not greasy are considered the finest examples of this dish. …
“Lingshan Island Jelly” is made from a unique local seaweed found only on Lingshan Island. The seaweed is repeatedly sun-dried and then boiled with water to create the jelly. Its main components are dietary fiber and seaweed polysaccharides, which can help lower blood pressure and blood sugar, making it a healthy snack. The jelly has a cooling nature that helps clear internal heat, making it a refreshing treat during hot weather. It is also said...
Jiaonan is located in the vibrant coastal new district of Lingshan Bay on the West Coast. To the south lies the sea, to the north the Binhai Avenue, to the east the two rivers, and to the west the Fenghe River. With its long coastline and abundant aquatic resources, Jiaonan’s unique geographical location has earned it the beautiful name — the Water City. The richness of Jiaonan’s seafood is widely renowned. Its freshness…
Dongcaowan Village in Wangtai Town, Jiaonan City, Qingdao, currently has 1,478 mu of arable land. In recent years, the village has focused on "strengthening the village through industry and enriching the people through industry" as a breakthrough, concentrating superior resources to develop vegetable cultivation, effectively boosting farmers' income and prosperity. Currently, 93% of the households in the village grow vegetables, with the total vegetable cultivation area reaching 1,200…
Huangdao blueberries are a specialty of Huangdao District, Qingdao City, Shandong Province. The world’s best blueberries come from China, China’s best from Qingdao, and Huangdao District accounts for half of Qingdao’s blueberry production—making Huangdao blueberries another iconic product of the city. According to data from the Huangdao District Agricultural Development Bureau in 2013, the district had 82,000 mu of blueberry fields, with…
Langyatai Liquor is a specialty of Huangdao District, Qingdao City, Shandong Province. Known as the "Qingdao Little Moutai," Langyatai has been rated among Qingdao’s Top Ten Tourist Souvenirs multiple times and is the only liquor designated by the Qingdao Municipal People’s Government for official banquet receptions. Among the many varieties of Langyatai Liquor, ultra-low-alcohol options such as 30-degree Changsheng and 29-degree Hongmei, as well as 70-degree...
The production area of Baoshan apples is mainly hilly, with abundant sunlight, large diurnal temperature variations, and moderately acidic soil. The unique microclimate and superior geographical conditions produce apples of distinctive quality—vibrant in color, well-shaped, smooth-skinned, fully developed, and exhibiting the characteristic features of each variety. The fruit has an even wax coating and is highly resistant to…
Zangma Miyu Blueberries -- National Famous, Special, and High-Quality New Agricultural Product of 2015. Blueberry lovers, rejoice!! Known as the "World’s Beauty Berry," although fresh blueberries are out of season, you can still enjoy a variety of blueberry products. It has been reported that Longhui Agriculture has launched the “Zangma Miyu” series of blueberry products...
Features: The noodles are tender, smooth, and springy in texture, with a prominent seafood flavor and vibrant color. Price: Around 16 RMB Chef’s recommendation: If you don’t have stock at home, chicken powder can be used as a substitute. Hand-pulled noodles are preferred. Recommended restaurants: Zhiyuan Tower, Tiantangwan Fishing Port Grand Hotel, etc. Deliciousness rating: ★★☆☆…
The Chengyang Giant Immortal Peach is a seedling variant discovered in 1993 at the center of a peach orchard in Anle Village, Xiazhuang Subdistrict Office, by the Fruit Tree Station of Chengyang District, Qingdao City. After years of selective breeding and research, it was promoted for cultivation. This variety exhibits stable and excellent overall traits, passed expert evaluation in 1996, and was recognized as a new high-quality mid-to-late season peach variety by the Shandong Provincial Crop Variety...
Spanish mackerel belongs to the family Scombridae under the order Perciformes, and its scientific name is Scomberomorus niphonius. Common names for Scomberomorus niphonius also include swallow fish, horse mackerel, bamboo mackerel, pointed-head mackerel, and blue-green mackerel. The Spanish mackerel has an elongated, laterally compressed body with a shiny silver color. Its back features dark stripes or black-blue spots, and it has a large mouth, a pointed snout, and sharp teeth. It swims swiftly and is highly aggressive. Typically, it grows to a length of 260–5…
Tangyuan, anciently known as floating round balls, are traditionally eaten during the Lantern Festival on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, also called Yuanxiao Night. Hence, eating tangyuan is often referred to as eating yuanxiao. At “Big Lao Li’s Tangyuan,” a specialty snack shop in Shinan District, Qingdao, the essence of tradition is captured and innovated through a unique sixteen-character craftsmanship philosophy: “stone-ground glutinous rice flour, stone-milled fillings, hand-wrapped, made-to-order.” This approach creates a distinctive style that has won widespread popularity among customers.
The specialty dish “Bonia Pork Head Meat (Braised Pork)” is made from premium, clean pig heads, seasoned with eighteen kinds of precious Chinese herbs, and prepared using a century-old broth. After processing, it is braised and then sugar-smoked. This product boasts a rich savory flavor that is delicious without being greasy, offering both nutritional and health benefits. 1. Clean the pig head thoroughly, then split it and remove the ear rims, eye sockets…
Origin: Qingdao, Shandong, China Craftsmanship: Made from high-quality wine grape varieties such as Riesling, White Riesling, and Longyan. The process includes crushing, rapid separation, low-temperature fermentation, aging, and maturation. Characteristics: The wine is crystal clear with a light greenish-yellow hue. It boasts an elegant fruity aroma of grapes and a rich wine bouquet. The taste is sweet with a slight acidity, offering a pure, soft...
History: Established in 1903, it was initially operated by foreign capitalists and nationalized in 1949. Features: The beer is crystal clear and pale yellow in color, with white, fine, and long-lasting foam. It boasts a rich aroma of hops and malt, along with the characteristic bitterness of hops, offering a refreshing taste. Ingredients: Contains various carbohydrates, proteins...