Junan chestnuts, a renowned specialty of Junan County in Shandong Province, are a nationally protected geographical indication agricultural product of China. Located in a low mountainous and hilly region, Junan County enjoys concurrent rainfall and heat in the same season, cool and refreshing autumns, and fertile soil rich in nutrients—ideal conditions for chestnut cultivation. The county ranks first in chestnut production across Shandong and has been designated as a national demonstration base for high-yield, high-efficiency, and high-quality chestnut cultivation. The chestnuts produced here…
The long-renowned Wangji Dog Meat is a family heirloom recipe, crafted with meticulous skill and featuring unique ingredients. It boasts a fresh, rich flavor, vibrant aroma, delicious taste, and tender meat—equally delightful hot or cold. It is a premium tonic food. Especially beneficial for children, it helps clear blood stasis, remove indigestion, and nourish the stomach and kidneys. …
Made from high-quality local grains such as wheat, corn, millet, sesame, and kaoliang rice, blended with seasonal wild and cultivated vegetables and meticulously crafted. These pancakes are as thin as paper, as colorful as brocade, as round as the moon, and as crisp as pastry. Rich in nutrition and widely loved, they make a delicious treat and an excellent gift for family and friends. …
Made with locally grown red-fleshed sweet potatoes, the dish involves peeling and slicing the potatoes into strips, then cooking them in water with peanut powder. Once boiling, just add salt before serving. The dish has a jade-like color and milky juice, with a refreshing texture. It tastes delicious, is highly nutritious, and has a unique flavor, making it a traditional folk snack. How to make Jinnan Sweet Potato Dish: Wash the sweet potatoes and cut them into long, thin strips. Place them in a large iron pot on the stove…
Ingredients: 150g pork belly, 400g tender Chinese cabbage, rice vermicelli sheets, scallion segments, ginger slices, salt, soy sauce, MSG, meat broth, cooking wine, chili oil, and lard, as needed. Preparation: Slice the pork belly, tear the Chinese cabbage into large pieces by hand, break the rice vermicelli sheets into small pieces and soak in warm water; heat the lard in a pan, add the pork belly, scallions, ginger, and soy…
The production of Junan Dadian Cold Noodles began in the mid-Qing Dynasty and has a history of over 300 years. It is a geographical indication product of Junan County. These cold noodles, made from pea starch, have a slight green hue, a smooth and chewy texture, and a sweet aroma. Purchase hotline: 0539-7813308 13508997558 Food recommendation…
Pancakes are a traditional staple food in the Yimeng Mountain area and a long-renowned local specialty. Ju'nan pancakes are primarily made from high-quality local grains such as wheat, corn, millet, and sesame, mixed with seasonal wild vegetables and greens, and crafted with precision. They are as thin as paper, as colorful as brocade, as round as the moon, and as crispy as pastry. Rich in nutrition and widely loved, they are a delicious choice for both eating...
Braised Pork Knuckle from Dadian is a traditional delicacy of Dadian Town and a geographical indication product of Junan County. It is known for being rich yet not greasy, tender yet not falling apart, with excellent color, aroma, taste, and presentation. Some even call it a “beauty-enhancing food.” Purchase hotline: 0539-7813308 13508997558. Recommended restaurants: Jixing Grand Hotel in Junan...
The main area for growing big cherries in Yilin Gang Economic Development Zone is located in Pingshang Town. Cherry cultivation here has a history of over 200 years, and the cherries are known for their “large size, uniform shape, bright color, dense flesh, high sugar content, juicy and delicious taste, and excellent storability and transportability.” In 2012, it was honored as the “Hometown of Chinese Cherries” by the China Specialties Association. …
Xuejiayao in Dadian Town, Junan County, Linyi City, known as the "Hometown of Pottery Art," has long been famous for producing black pottery. It is one of the important sites of the Longshan Culture. In 1977, a large number of ancient black pottery artifacts were unearthed there. Black pottery has a history of over 4,000 years to date. It “inherits the traditions of the Yangshao Culture, paves the way for the Shang Dynasty, connects with painted pottery on one side, and links to bronze ware on the other…”
Ju'nan Shuxiang Family Wooden Combs are crafted from premium natural materials such as sandalwood, peach wood, and boxwood. Combining the essence of traditional folk craftsmanship with modern techniques, each comb undergoes over thirty meticulous processes including slotting, polishing, back grinding, and carving. The combs are elegant and distinctive, featuring fine grain, anti-static properties, and high resistance to deformation—making them perfect for...
The abundant local produce and long-standing food traditions of Linyi have given rise to many distinctive foods among the people of Yimeng. Ju'nan Guobing is one of them. …
Made from carefully selected wild grasshoppers from the heart of Mengshan Mountain, these are free from any additives, preserving their original flavor. Rich in essential vitamins, trace elements, and amino acids needed by the human body, they promote health and longevity. They are the top choice for gifts to family and friends. …
Changhong Strawberries are produced in Liudianzi Township, Hedong District. The area has a long history of strawberry cultivation. In recent years, due to government guidance, the introduction of new varieties, and strong market demand, the planting scale has continued to expand, reaching nearly 10,000 mu. They are named after the Changhong Ridge, which runs from north to south in the western part of the township, and the “Changhong Strawberry” brand was registered in recent years...
Mengshan scorpions are one of the valuable animal-based medicinal materials. The use of scorpions in medicine was first recorded in the *Shu Bencao* (Shu Herbal), dating back 1,100 years. Scorpions are found in various counties across the Yimeng Mountain area, but are mainly produced in Mengyin, Pingyi, and Yishui counties. Scorpions primarily contain scorpion venom, as well as components such as betaine, trimethylamine, taurine, and lecithin. They are neutral in nature and have a sweet and pungent taste…
Babao Fermented Black Bean is one of Linyi’s specialty products, with a history of over 130 years. It is made through fermentation using eight ingredients: black soybeans, eggplant, fresh ginger, almonds, Sichuan peppercorns, purple eggplant leaves, sesame oil, and liquor—hence the name “Babao” (Eight Treasures). Rich in nutrition, richly aromatic, refreshing without being greasy, and convenient to eat, it has become a renowned local specialty of Linyi both at home and abroad…
Lingzhi has a very wide range of applications. From the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), as this herb enters all five internal organs and nourishes the qi of the entire body, it can be taken regardless of deficiencies in the heart, lungs, liver, spleen, or kidneys.
Pancakes wrapped with scallions are one of the staple foods favored by farmers in Shandong. The pancakes are made from cornmeal or millet flour, fermented, and then spread thin on a flat iron pan called a yan (a pan with three legs at the bottom), and rolled up with scallions grown in Mengyin, Shandong Province, offering a delicious taste.…
Braised Rabbit Head is a local specialty of Mengyin, beloved by many diners. This dish is made from the heads of 3-4 month old meat rabbits and over ten kinds of natural herbs from Mengshan Mountain, prepared through more than ten cooking processes. It features a spicy, salty, and savory taste, unique meat flavor, and an appealing color, while also offering nourishing, beautifying, brain-boosting, and eye-improving benefits. …
Guanggun Chicken originated in the early 1980s when its founder, Mr. Fu Zeming, started running a small restaurant that primarily served stir-fried chicken. The dish specifically used free-range local farm chickens — known as "Mengshan native roosters" (commonly called "stupid chickens") — which were raised on pine nuts and mountain spring water in the wild hills. Thanks to its unique cooking process and secret blend of seasonings, the stir-fried...