Nationally renowned Rushan Qin Rice refers to the dried shrimp produced in Qinjiazhuang Village, Rushan City. There are over a dozen types of dried shrimp, but Qin Rice is made from the white shrimp with a ridged tail, commonly known as eagle claw shrimp. These small shrimp are pale yellow in color and have a delicious taste. Qin Rice is considered the finest among eagle claw shrimp dried products. When you wake up in the morning, after brushing your teeth and with a clean palate, place one in your mouth…
Why are these prawns called “dui” (paired) prawns? There are three explanations: One theory is that in the past, prawns were particularly precious. Before going to market, vendors would tie the prawns in pairs with hemp ropes and sell them by the pair rather than by weight. Vendors would shout “selling paired prawns,” and buyers would call out “buying paired prawns.” The name “paired prawns” thus became popular. Another theory is that…
Braised Sea Cucumber — The soaked sea cucumber is cut into strips, placed in a perforated spoon, blanched in boiling oil, then returned to the wok. Various seasonings are added, and once it comes to a boil, starch is used to thicken the sauce. It is characterized by its delicious taste, smooth texture, and not greasy at all. …
Hand-peeled prawns — Whole prawns are cleaned, boiled in lightly salted water without any seasonings, and then eaten by peeling off the shells with your hands, hence the name "hand-peeled prawns." This method, using only a small amount of salt and no other seasonings, helps preserve the original flavor of the prawns. …
Braised Sea Snail — Slice the meat of the sea snail (commonly known as the "walah," a large type of sea snail), score the slices, briefly rinse them in boiling water, then place them in a perforated spoon and blanch them in boiling hot oil. Next, stir-fry the base with seasonings such as fermented soybean paste, scallions, ginger, and garlic. Then add the sea snail slices along with shiitake mushrooms, magnolia petals, and wood ear mushrooms to the wok and lightly stir-fry. Most…
Boiled Shellfish — The waters off Rushan are rich in plankton and free from pollution, producing shellfish and snails that are extraordinarily delicious, unmatched by those from other regions. Among the finest shellfish from Rushan are oysters from Little Qingdao, mussels from Xihuang Island, clams from Jiangjiazhuang, and clams from Jinguang; top-tier snails include…
A nationally renowned dairy goat breed, developed by the Wendeng City Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Technology Service Center. In 1979, purebred Saanen rams were introduced to systematically improve local dairy goats, as part of the provincial science committee’s research project “Breeding High-Yield Chinese Saanen Goat Herds in Wendeng.” The breeding strategy primarily focused on within-herd selection, centralized management of rams, and selecting elite ewes to form a core group. It also involved carefully introducing external bloodlines and targeted cultivation to establish a robust breeding system, purify the genetics of high-yield goats, and enhance their performance. This breed was officially recognized by the Shandong Provincial Animal Husbandry Variety Approval Committee as a new livestock variety, and has been praised by experts both in China and abroad as “reaching a leading level domestically and among the best in the world.” These goats exhibit excellent lactation performance. The average lactation period is 260 days, yielding 765 kg per cycle. The fresh milk contains 12.54% dry matter, including 3.86% milk fat, 3.50% milk protein, and 4.38% milk sugar. Their reproductive performance is also outstanding. Rams have an average kidding rate of 182.8%, with first- and second-parity ewes at 187.61% and third-parity ewes at 210.02%. The male-to-female ratio is 52.3:47.7, and most does give birth to two or more kids per litter. The goats have a well-proportioned build and sturdy physique. Ewes feature long heads, broad foreheads, straight backs, full chests, well-developed hindquarters, and large, round udders. Adult ewes weigh between 30–35 kg, while rams are robust with thick necks, strong limbs, well-developed testicles, and symmetrical features. Their performance is stable and they are highly adaptable. They tolerate coarse feed, are easy to manage, and yield high returns, with a milking lifespan of 6–8 years observed in large herds.
Deep-fried Purslane Purslane is rich in vitamins and gelatin, and is hailed as a tonic in the Compendium of Materia Medica. Fresh, tender purslane is briefly blanched in boiling water, then soaked in cold water. It is then coated in a batter made of beer, egg yolk, and starch before being deep-fried. The result is a dish with alternating yellow and green hues, offering a crispy, fragrant, and tender bite. …
Wendeng City has a long history of peanut cultivation, with an average planting area of about 25,300 hectares and a total annual yield of around 100,000 tons, of which large peanuts account for 8,000 hectares. Thanks to superior natural conditions such as soil, light, heat, and air, along with excellent cultivation and management practices, the peanuts produced here are large in size, white-skinned, plump, brightly colored, and delicious...
American ginseng, also known as Panax quinquefolius, is referred to as Huāqíshēn (花旗参), Yángshēn (洋参), or American Ginseng. It is originally a precious medicinal herb that grows in the United States and Canada. For over 300 years, it has been used in traditional Chinese medicine in China, but all supplies were imported. In the mid-to-late 1970s, China began experimental cultivation, and by the early 1980s, successful introduction was achieved. Wendeng...
Located in Gejiatown, Wendeng, Shandong Province, in the northeast of the Shandong Peninsula and backed by the sacred Taoist mountain—Bible Mountain—the area boasts beautiful mountains, clear waters, and superior natural conditions. It is internationally recognized as one of the best regions for growing high-quality apples. In 1999, the Fuji and Gala apples produced in Gejiatown were certified by the China Green Food Development Center, granting them the right to use the green...
"Wendeng Large Cherries" and "Wendeng Apples" have been granted national geographical indication (GI) registration and protection by the Ministry of Agriculture of China, filling a gap in the field of GI-protected agricultural products in Wendeng City. National GI registration and protection serve as intangible assets for product operators. So how can this prestigious label be put to good use? Right now, it’s the peak season for large cherries…
Wendengxue Liquor from Dongyiyang Winery Co., Ltd. has been honored as one of Shandong’s Top Ten Baijiu Brands. It has been recognized as a Shandong Provincial Exempt Product and a Shandong Provincial Emblem Product, and has received the title of Shandong Premium Grain Liquor for ten consecutive years. In March 2005, it was awarded the title of Outstanding Product among National Strong Aroma Baijiu, and in October of the same year, it was honored as a…
Geographical Scope The production area of "Weihai Sea Cucumber" products covers the shallow sea areas and coastal artificial ponds within the jurisdiction of Weihai City, specifically distributed across the coastal waters of Huancui District, Rongcheng City, Wendeng City, and Rushan City. Unique Qualities "Weihai Sea Cucumber" has become a commercial...
Weihai has a long history of ginkgo cultivation, with over 10 surviving trees aged more than 200 years. In Daoji Village, Zeku Town, Wendeng City, there stands an ancient female ginkgo planted in the late Shaoxing era of the Southern Song Dynasty, which has lived for over 830 years. This tree stands 15.5 meters tall, with a trunk diameter of 1.15 meters and an average crown spread of 15.35 meters. Despite enduring the passage of time,…
Wendeng Buns originated in the late Qing Dynasty, and their creator remains unknown. However, they have been a traditional and renowned local delicacy of Wendeng for over a hundred years, enjoying enduring popularity. In the past, Wendeng Buns were made with either leavened or scalded dough, but nowadays most are made with leavened dough. What makes Wendeng Buns unique lies primarily in their flavor, and the key to that flavor is the ingredients and the craftsmanship...
Hawk's Claw Shrimp get their name from their curved abdomens, which resemble the talons of a hawk. They are mainly found in the coastal waters of Weihai and Yantai. Weihai is a high-yield fishing area. These shrimp prefer to inhabit sandy or muddy seabeds near the coast, staying hidden during the day and becoming active at night. They typically grow to a length of 6–10 centimeters and are considered a medium-sized, commercially valuable shrimp species. When eaten fresh, they can be steamed, deep-fried, used in dumplings, or made into soups, all of which are delicious. In addition to being consumed fresh, they can also be processed into dried shrimp. The dried shrimp produced in Longxu Town, Rongcheng City—known as Longxu Dried Shrimp—are renowned both in China and abroad for their intact shrimp meat and rich, delicious flavor, earning them the nickname “Longxu Golden Hooks.” These dried shrimp are divided into spring and autumn varieties, with the spring variety considered superior. Not only do they retain the original umami taste of the shrimp, but they also offer enhanced flavor and are convenient to carry, making them an excellent choice for travel shopping. (Weihai)
【Yunlong Embroidery】Yunlong Embroidery is a new type of embroidered product that combines handcrafting and machine production. It was first created in 1982 at the Wending County Embroidery Factory. The product primarily uses transparent, winding, and gracefully curved lines as its main design technique, resembling dragons soaring through clouds, appearing and disappearing intermittently—hence the name Yunlong (Cloud Dragon) Embroidery. The entire trial production process of Yunlong Embroidery focused on reforming craftsmanship and technology…
Wendeng Black Duck Breed Description Origin and Distribution: A laying-type breed. Mainly produced in coastal towns such as Xiaoguan and Zetou in Wendeng City, Shandong Province, and also found in other towns as well as neighboring areas like Rushan and Muping. Appearance Characteristics: Well-proportioned body, delicate and compact physique, gentle temperament. The head is square-round. The beak is mainly bluish-black, with less deep…
"Wendeng Clam," scientifically known as "Mactra quadrangularis" and locally referred to as "white clam," "green clam," or "flour clam," is a traditional tidal flat shellfish cultivated in Wendeng City. The produced clams have thin shells, plump and tender meat, and are rich in nutrition, containing various components such as protein, vitamins, and taurine. They offer strong anti-radiation…