The "Yuhu" brand of lotus root includes varieties such as "Dazhujie," "Xiaozhujie," and "Kexuan No. 1." Planting: 400–600 pounds of seed lotus roots per mu, with 250–400 holes dug. One whole seed lotus root is planted per hole, spaced every 2 meters, with 1 meter between holes, and the back end of the root facing upwards. Currently, only the main project area on Jingang Ridge has a planting area of 7,000…
A renowned local delicacy in the Yimeng region, celebrated for its unique preparation method. Legend has it that during his six southern tours, Emperor Kangxi made detours to the Yimeng area four times specifically to savor the Pan Family Lake dog meat and spoke highly of it. According to traditional Chinese medicine, dog meat is considered hot in nature and enters the Mingmen meridian, known to invigorate vitality, calm the internal organs, and boost physical strength. A popular saying goes, “Eating dog meat in winter builds strength, so you can fight a tiger in spring.” …
Legend has it that during the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty, this was a high-end banquet combining traditional local delicacies from southern Shandong with imperial court cuisine, boasting a history of over 200 years. The Whole Lamb Feast refers to a variety of dishes meticulously prepared using different parts of the lamb through various cooking techniques such as boiling, frying, stir-frying, stewing, steaming, and distilling, each with distinct shapes, colors, and flavors. The preparation...
The ceramic series mainly includes daily-use ceramics under the “Jiangquan” brand, daily porcelain from “Yinfeng,” and a range of fine bone china products from “Huaxing.” These items are characterized by their small size, exquisite craftsmanship, and portability—such as vases, teapots, water cups, and tableware. Location: Luozhuang Ceramic Building Mall, Address: Southern Section of Luo 4th Road, Luozhuang…
Tangya Rice is a specialty of Datangya Village, Xigao Du Subdistrict, Luozhuang District, Linyi City, Shandong Province. Also known as Tang Rice, it is a type of rice commonly referred to as "water buffalo hide" and has over a thousand years of cultivation history. Since the Tang Dynasty, the rice produced in this area was often collected by the government as tribute, hence it is also called Tangya Tribute Rice. Tang Rice is an early-maturing upland rice variety, with a direct-seeding growth period of…
【Linyi Tangmi】 is an ancient variety of rice grown in the Tangya area of Linyi City, commonly known as "water buffalo hide." It has a long history of cultivation. Legend has it that Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty, Li Shimin, once stationed here during his eastern campaign and highly praised the rice from Tangya Village. Since then, the rice grown in this area was mostly collected as tribute by the government, and it came to be known as "Tangmi." …
Lotus roots from Jingang Ridge have three notable features: First, they are of high quality—sweet, crisp, and delicious, suitable for both raw consumption and cooking, making them an excellent vegetable choice. The lotus roots produced here have been registered as the “Yuhu” brand by the provincial Administration for Industry and Commerce. Second, they have a high organic matter content. The town is home to 135 dehydrated vegetable processing enterprises, including 28 large-scale ones…
Yizhou papaya is a specialty of Tanghe Town, Hedong District, Linyi City, Shandong Province. With a history of over 3,000 years, Yizhou papaya has been carefully cultivated by local communities and now serves multiple purposes including medicinal use, ornamental value, and culinary applications. It has been registered under the trademark “Yizhou Papaya.” The *Compendium of Materia Medica* records: “Papaya is crisp in texture and can be preserved in honey as a fruit. Remove the seeds, steam until soft, mash, and mix with honey and ginger to make a decoction. It is especially beneficial to drink in winter…”
Rose Salad Shrimp: A dish that’s red and yellow, square and round—pleasing to the eye from the very start. Each shrimp sits atop a rose petal, looking like little works of art, truly delightful to behold. The taste is excellent: the shrimp are fried in a secret sweet-and-sour sauce, and when you take a bite along with the petal, the rose fragrance blends with the tangy sweetness of the shrimp, reminiscent of... first love.
The Ministry of Agriculture announced the sixth batch of registered geographical indication agricultural products in 2011, and "Eight Lakes Lotus Root" applied for protection by the Yuhu Lotus Root Planting Professional Cooperative in Yuedong District, Linyi City, was included on the list, marking the first geographical indication registration and protection achievement in Yuedong District. It is reported that Eight Lakes Lotus Root has been cultivated for over 200 years...
Hedong District in Linyi City, Shandong Province, is nationally renowned as the “Capital of Chinese Begonia” and a major production base for flowers and seedlings. The “Begonia of Yizhou” is a distinctive local flower of Hedong District and also a well-known brand for “northern flowers sold to the south.” The Begonia of Yizhou is grafted using the local Yizhou quince as rootstock, resulting in long flowering periods and vibrant colors. The Begonia of Yizhou boasts strong disease resistance, …
Tancheng County in Linyi is known as the “No. 1 Ginkgo County under Heaven,” producing large, high-quality ginkgo fruits. Snow frog refers to the forest frog of Northeast China, also called “háshimó,” and the dried oviducts of its female frogs are a precious medicinal tonic, long valued as a premium ingredient in cooking. Chefs in Linyi have been combining ginkgo and snow frog—both highly nutritious and therapeutic ingredients—for many years. This dish has an excellent flavor, is moist and sweet, and is rich in nutrients. It can be enjoyed at star-rated hotels in Linyi, typically costing around one hundred yuan per serving.
Xincun Ginkgo. The Xincun Ginkgo Industrial Development Zone is the largest production base of ginkgo fruits, leaves, and seedlings in China, as well as a distribution hub for ginkgo seedlings and related products. It ranks first in the country in ginkgo tree production and is known as the "Hometown of Ginkgo." There are 11 primary and secondary schools. The township government is located in Xincun, 19 kilometers southwest of Tancheng, on the east bank of the Yi River. There is...
Tancheng County has a long history of cultivating ginkgo, with suitable geographical conditions. The ginkgo nuts produced here are known for their large size, uniform kernels, strong stickiness, rich sweetness, and high nutritional and medicinal value. The ginkgo leaves produced in the area have high levels of active ingredients and excellent quality, enjoying a good reputation in both domestic and international markets. Commonly known as "white fruit," ginkgo is a deciduous tree often referred to as a "living fossil"...
is one of the excellent local breeds in Shandong Province. Its meat is tender, low in fat, with minimal gaminess, and has a delicious flavor that is not greasy—making it a fine choice for meat dishes. The people of Mengshan have the custom of eating “Fú Yáng” (Summer Solstice Goat) on the sixth day of the sixth lunar month. (Longevity)...
Abundantly produced in Mengshan. The vines twine around trees, blooming in autumn with yellowish-white flowers in conical inflorescences. It has thick, chunky tuberous roots. In traditional Chinese medicine, the root is used as medicine—slightly warm in nature, with a bitter, sweet, and astringent taste. It functions to nourish the liver and kidneys, and enrich essence and blood. (Longevity)…
In the southwestern part of Tancheng County in southern Shandong lies Guichang Township, a town renowned for its abundant rice production and rice–crab farming. Historical records indicate that Guichang was once called Xinglong Town. During the Zhou Dynasty, King Wen of Zhou, Ji Chang, led his troops here for an extended rest. To commemorate his return after seeking virtuous talents, the place was renamed Guichang. Later, due to...
Langya straw hats from Tancheng are a renowned export handicraft of our province. They feature an elegant design, exquisite craftsmanship, innovative styles, and a silvery sheen, while also being lightweight, cool, economical, and practical. These hats have consistently been bestsellers in the international market and are a key export revenue product for Tancheng. The innovation in the weaving technique of Langya straw hats represents a significant advancement in craftsmanship…
Tancheng willow, commonly known as white willow twigs or simply "twigs," is characterized by its smooth, bright white color that reflects light, along with its flexibility, toughness, and durability. Tancheng County is renowned as the "Hometown of White Willow." The cultivation of white willow and the production of woven handicrafts are mainly concentrated in towns along the Yi and Shu rivers, such as Lizhuang, Huangshan, Shadun, Miaoshan, …
Tancheng chestnuts are a renowned local specialty of Tancheng and one of the country’s key chestnut-producing regions, with a history spanning several hundred years. Known as “wooden grain,” chestnuts have long been hailed as an “iron crop.” They are sweet, fragrant, and highly nutritious, regarded since ancient times as a premium food. According to the *Compendium of Materia Medica*, chestnuts...