The best season for Yimeng Mountain scorpions to hit the market. These wild mountain scorpions have high medicinal and edible value. We source them by purchasing from local farmers who catch them in the mountains, then process and package them. Available in live scorpions, dried scorpions, and fresh-frozen scorpions, among others. …
In the western Qingshi Mountain area of Lingqu County, the mountains are covered in golden hues, with every persimmon tree heavy with fruit. The ripe persimmons weigh down the branches like lanterns, adorning the valleys with radiant splendor. The county has 250,000 persimmon trees, producing 7 million kilograms of fresh persimmons annually. In addition to being eaten fresh, used for making sugar, brewing wine, or producing vinegar, the majority...
Tofu with Scallions Tofu with scallions: Freshly bought soft tofu is cut into strips, then mixed with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, pepper, MSG, sugar, and shredded scallions. It's light and refreshing, suitable for all ages.…
The Linqu Whole Lamb Feast is a renowned local delicacy. Over the years, through the dedicated research of several generations of chefs, it has evolved to include over a hundred diverse dishes, each with unique flavors and distinctive culinary styles, as well as notable health benefits. Among them, the Braised Lamb Head in Brown Sauce—also known as Qilin Top—is the first dish of the Whole Lamb Feast. This dish uses the head of a Qing Mountain lamb and is prepared through...
Linqu flue-cured tobacco is renowned both domestically and internationally for its golden-yellow color, rich oil content, fragrant aroma, and strong combustibility. The planting area is maintained at around 180,000 mu, with the yield and quality of the tobacco ranking among the top in the province. It is used by more than 30 cigarette factories nationwide and is also exported to Europe, the United States, Japan, and other countries. Linqu County is located in the central part of Shandong Province, at the northern foot of Mount Yi...
"Zhuxu City Celery" originates from Liushan Town in Linqu County, Shandong Province, where it has been cultivated for a long time, boasting a history of up to 2,000 years. The superior geographical environment of the Liushan area provides ideal conditions for growing "Zhuxu City Celery." Liushan Town is located at the northeastern foot of Mount Yi, with an average annual temperature of 12.1°C and an average annual precipitation of 860 millimeters…
Red Chinese toon is a specialty product of Linqu with a cultivation history of over a thousand years. Due to the unique geographical environment and climatic conditions, the red Chinese toon produced here sprouts early, grows quickly, and can be harvested about 10 days earlier than in other regions. It has a distinctive flavor, characterized by its rich aroma, crisp juiciness, delicious taste, and high nutritional value. Lin…
Linqu is a mountainous county with abundant forage resources. Farmers in towns such as Wujing, Siti, and Yishan have a tradition of raising black goats. These black goats, known as “Yimeng Black Goats,” are a premium breed nationwide and the best goat variety in Shandong Province. These goats are particularly active and are poetically called “Black Qilin” or “Ink Qilin,” and also...
Linqu Wujing Whole Lamb, also known as Linqu Whole Lamb Feast, has a history of over a hundred years. It is characterized by being “not greasy or gamey, incredibly delicious, nourishing both yin and yang, and suitable for all genders.” Due to its unique flavor, it is hailed as a “Famous Snack of Shandong.” The Linqu Whole Lamb is made from 2–3-year-old black goats from Qingshi Mountain. After slaughtering, draining the blood, and removing the skin, all the raw…
The "Jiushan Apples" national geographical indication trademark. Linqu County's Jiushan Town is located in the southwestern mountainous area of Weifang City, at the junction of Weifang, Zibo, and Linyi. It boasts resources such as fruit, tourism, minerals, Chinese herbal medicine, timber, mineral water, river sand, and barren hills. The forest coverage exceeds 80%, with a total fruit cultivation area of 68,150 mu...
Jiushan chestnuts are a specialty of Jiushan Town, Linqu County, Weifang City, Shandong Province. The chestnuts from Jiushan are large in size, have an excellent taste, and are free from pesticide and chemical fertilizer residues. Buyers from Shanghai and Beijing come here to purchase them. Jiushan chestnuts have been awarded a National Geographical Indication Certification trademark. Jiushan Town is located in a gravel mountainous area with a mild climate, distinct four seasons, ample sunlight, …
Old Dragon Bay is a provincial-level scenic spot in Shandong Province and a national AAA-level tourist attraction. It is a shining pearl on Shandong’s “Thousand-Mile Folk Culture Tourism Route,” renowned as the “Jiangnan of the North” and the “Peach Blossom Spring of Central Shandong.” Historically known as “Xunye Lake,” Old Dragon Bay was formed by underground springs surfacing and flowing above ground. Legend has it that there is a spring in the bay that connects directly to the East China Sea…
Linqu Black Goats have a long breeding history, dating back 500 years. The favorable geographical location of Linqu provides an ideal environment for the growth and reproduction of these goats. With distinct seasons and clear wet and dry periods, the area features undulating mountains, crisscrossing ravines, lush grass and water in the valleys, dense shrubs, and over 100 varieties of wild herbs growing among them...
Chestnuts have been cultivated in Linqu for a long time and are a high-value dried fruit. As the ancients said, “Plant chestnut trees in the valley, and you’ll reap a bountiful harvest year after year.” Varieties include Peng Chestnut, Dahongpao, and Yanhong Hongguang, with a total of 330,000 trees yielding an annual production of 175,000 kilograms. Most are exported and highly favored by foreign buyers. In 2013, the Sitou…
Linqu Pancakes The origin of Linqu pancakes is unknown, but they had become a common household food by the Ming Dynasty. Made from coarse grains such as corn, sorghum, millet, and dried sweet potato, the ingredients are crushed and soaked, ground into a fine batter, then spread and cooked on a flat pan while being scraped. Once cooked, they are ready to eat. They are thin, have low moisture content, can be stored for a long time, and are crispy and delicious. Tai'an pancakes come in five types: those made with unfermented...
Linqu Pickles Linqu County Liushan Town Pickle Association 10815871 Pickles…
Linqiu Sanshanyu Big Hawthorn is a specialty of Linqiu County, Weifang City, Shandong Province. The "Sanshanyu" brand big hawthorn features large size, excellent taste, high smoothness, and bright color, making it highly favored by consumers. Linqiu Sanshanyu Big Hawthorn is a nationally protected geographical indication agricultural product. The Zhenhua Fruit Professional Cooperative of Linqiu County, established in 2…
Lingqu Toon Shoots is a geographical indication certification trademark. Produced in Lingqu County, Weifang City, Shandong Province. Toon shoots not only have a delicious taste but are also highly nutritious, making them a rare delicacy among vegetables. With their distinctive fragrant aroma, they are tasty and can be stir-fried, pickled, or used as a seasoning — for example, in dishes like toon shoot scrambled eggs or toon shoot mixed with cold noodles. Lingqu Toon Shoots are renowned for their excellent color, aroma...
Lingwu chayote is a specialty of Linqu County, Weifang City, Shandong Province. With superior varieties, bright color, and excellent taste, it has always been the preferred choice for supermarkets, foreign trade, and processing. Lingwu chayote has been awarded a National Geographical Indication Certification Trademark. Chayote, belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family, is named for its resemblance to a Buddha’s hand and originates from Mexico and Central America. Ch...
Lingqu hawthorn from the Fruit Association of Shijiayu Village, Xinzhai Town, Lingqu County, registration number 12735873 – Hawthorn (fresh fruit)...