【Raphanus Seed】These are the dried seeds of the annual herbaceous plant raphanus (commonly known as radish), which are oval-shaped and rich in oil. They have a pungent, sweet, and neutral taste, and are non-toxic. They function to regulate qi, calm wheezing, aid digestion, and resolve phlegm. The *Compendium of Materia Medica* states: “The efficacy of raphanus seed lies primarily in regulating qi. In its raw form, it promotes upward movement; when cooked, it facilitates downward movement. When it moves upward, it helps expel wind-phlegm, disperse wind-cold, and bring out rashes and sores…”
【Laizhou Marble Carvings】About 40 li south of downtown Laizhou lies Huangshan Mountain, which is rich in snow-white marble. Historical records indicate that as early as the beginning of the Tang Dynasty, local artisans in the area behind Huangshan Mountain in Laizhou were already using snow-white marble to carve various stone artworks such as tombstones, lions, and horses, achieving a high level of artistic craftsmanship. Successive dynasties have left behind...
Clams, also known as flower clams or yellow clams, are found along China’s coasts, but those from Laizhou are the most famous. Renowned for their freshness, delicious taste, and tender texture, they are highly popular with both domestic and international visitors. After tasting them, Japanese calligrapher Shōkoku Senju wrote: “Laizhou clams are the best under heaven.” There are many ways to prepare clams, such as stir-fried clams (a dish specially prepared for Comrade 1 during his inspection of Qingdao), …
Laizhou Prawns are a specialty of Laizhou City, Yantai, Shandong Province. The Chinese prawn is a unique local variety in Laizhou, hailed as one of the region’s “Four Famous Seafoods,” known for its delicious taste and high nutritional value. Laizhou Prawns have been awarded a National Geographical Indication Certification trademark. The Chinese prawn is a unique local variety in Laizhou, hailed as one of the region’s…
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The Yunfeng Big Cherries in Laizhou, Shandong ripen about 10 days earlier than those in eastern Yantai. Currently, the planting area exceeds 20,000 mu, accounting for 10% of the national cultivation area, with an annual production of 10 million jin (approximately 5,000 metric tons) of high-quality cherries and an output value of over 30 million yuan. The Jiaodong Peninsula Yunfeng Big Cherry Supply and Marketing Cooperative is located at the foot of the world-renowned Wenfeng Mountain, and currently...
Taro was introduced to Laiyang from the south and has a long history of cultivation there. Due to Laiyang’s mild climate, abundant sunlight, and soil types predominantly consisting of brown earth and cinnamon soil, it is particularly suitable for taro growth. In addition, the Wulong River basin contains large amounts of humus in the soil, resulting in Laiyang taro with thin skin, high starch content, and rich sweetness. In recent years, Laiyang taro has been exported abroad...
Laihu Ginseng, also known as Laiyang Sand Ginseng, is one of the specialty products of Laiyang City, Shandong Province. It is named "Laihu Ginseng" because the highest quality Laiyang Sand Ginseng comes from Hucheng Village in Gaogezhuang Town, hence the name which means "Sand Ginseng from Hucheng, Laiyang." Laiyang is the main production area of this renowned Sand Ginseng—Laihu Ginseng. In Hucheng Village, located downstream of the Wulong River…
Qixia Red Fuji Apples are a specialty of Qixia City, Yantai, Shandong Province. Renowned worldwide for their bright color, large and well-shaped fruits, smooth skin, thin peel with crisp flesh, sweet and fragrant taste, and juicy, refreshing flavor, Qixia Red Fuji Apples are highly regarded. Qixia is one of China’s primary regions for producing high-quality Red Fuji apples, with a cultivation area of 650,000 mu and an annual total output exceeding 1…
【Qixia Big Perfume Pear】 Belonging to the white pear variety group, it was originally called “Nangong Xili Pear.” After being introduced to Qixia and cultivated for over 150 years, it has developed into a unique pear variety with distinctive flavor and characteristics. The Big Perfume Pear averages around 200 grams per fruit, with an oblong shape, yellowish-green skin that turns yellow after storage. The skin is relatively thin, with small lenticels, and the flesh is...
The "Yashan Black Cashmere Goats" have been officially registered as a geographical indication certification trademark. This is the second major honor for the Yashan Black Cashmere Goats, following their recognition as a "national treasure" in 2012. The Yashan Black Cashmere Goats are primarily raised in the Yashan area of Qixia City and have a history of over 400 years. They are known for their tender meat, rich nutrition...
Braised Abalone in the Shell is a famous dish of Shandong cuisine. Abalone has been used in cooking for over two thousand years and has long been regarded as a delicacy, crowned as the “king of seafood.” To prepare this dish, the abalone meat is first braised until cooked, then placed back into its original shell to maintain its natural shape. It is then topped with a savory sauce, resembling an abalone swimming on the ocean floor—transparent, shiny, with tender flesh and a delicious taste…
Braised Prawns in Soy Sauce: This has long been a popular and well-known delicacy in Shandong cuisine, celebrated for its beautiful color and delicious taste. The prawn meat is tender and flavorful. The Jiaodong Peninsula has a long coastline with an abundance of seafood delicacies, and prawns are one of them. According to Hao Yixing’s *Sea Creatures* (*Haicuo*), the Bohai Sea “has prawns about a foot long…
Succulent Green Lamb Chops: An improved version of fried lamb chops, featuring an attractive appearance, delicious flavor, and a crispy yet tender texture. Made with lamb rib chops that include the tenderloin, these are carefully prepared and served with green vegetables. When processing the rib chops, the tenderloin pieces should be uniform in size, and the frying heat should not be too high. …
Geographical Scope Shandong’s Qixia City is known as the “Roof of Jiaodong” and covers an area of 2,017 square kilometers. The terrain is mainly hilly and mountainous, characterized by “six parts mountains, one part water, and three parts fields.” This unique geographical and natural environment is highly suitable for apple cultivation. The people of Qixia have a history of over 100 years in apple growing. Specific qualities…
The "Buqian" Brand Cucumbers from Laiyang are grown in a pollution-free environment, offering excellent color and taste. The production base for the "Buqian" brand cucumbers is located in Xibuqian Village, Yangjun Town, Laiyang City. It is the largest high-standard pollution-free greenhouse cucumber production base on the Jiaodong Peninsula. In 2008, the "Buqian" brand was registered with the State Administration for Industry and Commerce. This product strictly...
“Laiyang Wulong River Freshwater Clams” have round-bottomed triangular shells with glossy surfaces in yellowish-green or emerald green. The two shells are inflated, with high beaks slightly tilted forward, and clear concentric ribs on the surface. When steamed or boiled, the meat is crisp, tender, delicious, and uniquely light in flavor. Laiyang Wulong River Freshwater Clams are a nationally protected geographical indication agricultural product. Freshwater clams: also known as...
Laiyang Wulong River Carp is a specialty of Laiyang, Yantai, Shandong. Since ancient times, Laiyang has been well known for its production of Wulong River carp. Historical records indicate that this type of carp existed in the Wulong River over 3,000 years ago, and locals call it the "four-nostril carp." Both the Kangxi-era and Republican-era editions of the *Laiyang County Annals* contain clear records of the Laiyang Wulong River Carp. In November 1995...
The "Laiyang Razor Clam" has a flat, elongated shell, with the shell width about one-quarter of the shell length, and is yellowish-brown in color. The shell surface features clear growth lines. From the umbo to the ventral edge, there is an oblique groove. The flesh is plump, smooth, tender, and elastic, with a deliciously sweet taste, and the broth is white, clear, and fresh. The Laiyang Razor Clam is a nationally protected geographical indication agricultural product. Razor Clam:…
【Laiyang Bei Sha Shen】 The root of the Umbelliferae plant Glehnia littoralis, it is an excellent medicinal herb for moistening the lungs, relieving coughs, and nourishing the stomach. Li Shizhen wrote in the Compendium of Materia Medica: “Sha Shen is sweet, bland, and cool, light and insubstantial in nature, specifically tonifying lung qi, thereby benefiting the spleen and kidneys. Therefore, it is suitable for those whose metal (lung) is susceptible to being overcome by fire.” There are two types of Sha Shen—northern and southern. The New Compilation of Materia Medica states:…