Taishan Stone is produced in the suburbs of Tai'an City, located in front of Mount Tai. The area has over 2 billion cubic meters of reserves of Taishan granite, featuring many varieties such as "Taishan Red," "Taishan Green," and "Taishan White." Among these, polished slabs and carved stone artworks made from "Taishan Red" granite have been exported to countries including Japan, the United States, and Singapore.…
Red Lingzhi from Mount Tai is a famous specialty of Mount Tai, a treasured item in China’s medicinal treasury, and a premium authentic medicinal herb. Commonly known as lingzhi mushroom among the people, it belongs to the Polyporaceae family and is a medicinal fungus. Its appearance resembles a colorful mushroom, with the “mushroom cap” in an irregular cloud-like shape...
These are mainly made from Yimeng millet, sorghum, and soybeans, hand-pressed and cooked on a griddle. The product is rich in nutrients, crispy and delicious, with just the right sweetness and an unforgettable aftertaste. Visitors who wish to try them can find them on the Tianjie (Heavenly Street) of Mount Tai in Tai’an City, priced at 2 yuan each.…
Anyone who visits Mount Tai and has the chance to taste the "Three Beauties Tofu" will be left with wonderful memories of this famous local dish. Today, thanks to the research and refinement by Wu Shiguo from Tai’an and his culinary team, the ancient Tofu Banquet once served to emperors during their imperial pilgrimages and sacrificial ceremonies on Mount Tai has been brought to the public table. This not only enriches the food culture of Mount Tai but has also become a unique highlight in the intangible cultural heritage list of Tai’an...
The history of consuming wild vegetables on Mount Tai dates back a long time, likely originating when ancient emperors came to Mount Tai for mountain-sealing sacrificial ceremonies and “ate vegetarian meals to cleanse body and mind.” Additionally, the high mountains and dense forests of Mount Tai provide natural conditions for the growth of various wild vegetables. The Wild Vegetable Banquet on Mount Tai can be divided into cold dishes, deep-fried dishes, egg stir-fries, pickled dishes, soups, and stews, among which ginger-infused shepherd’s purse…
The Red Jade Apricot of Mount Tai has been cultivated for over 3,000 years. The fruit is large, round or flat-round in shape, with a bright red hue, excellent flavor, and is sweet and tangy when eaten fresh. Local villagers often brew hawthorn leaves as a tea, which is effective in treating headaches and dizziness, lowering cholesterol and blood pressure, and preventing coronary heart disease, among other benefits.…
A vegetarian noodle dish served at Mount Tai’s Doumu Temple and nunneries, made with Taian tofu and mountain vegetables as the sauce base. The dish features a harmonious blend of yellow, green, and white hues, offering a refreshing and clean flavor.…
Mount Tai spring water is sweet, refreshing, and free of impurities, rich in various minerals beneficial to the human body. The springs of Mount Tai are crystal clear and deliciously pure. Have you heard of the "Three Beauties" of Tai'an? They are: cabbage, tofu, and water. In fact, all three of these beauties are inseparable from the "water" of Mount Tai, which is why the water of Mount Tai is so famous—let alone the springs themselves.…
Chuanshanlong is a perennial twining herbaceous plant. Its rhizome is horizontal, woody, with multiple branching, and has a yellowish-brown outer skin that peels off easily in flakes. The stem is slender, left-twining, and often twines around other objects. Leaves are alternate, ovate or broadly ovate, usually with 5–7 shallow lobes, and taper to a point. Flowers are small, yellowish-green, dioecious, and borne on spike-like inflorescences...
The red-scaled fish, also known as stone-scaled fish, seasonal-scaled fish, horned-scaled fish, or spotted-pattern fish, is a rare species and one of China’s five most precious fishes. It lives in the mountain streams of Mount Tai at altitudes between 300 and 800 meters. Adult fish typically measure about 20 centimeters in length and are renowned worldwide for their tender flesh, delicious taste, fragrant aroma without fishiness, and rich nutrition. In summer...
Praised by the renowned writer Lao She as the “Iron Rooster of Liaocheng,” Wei's Smoked Chicken was first created in the 15th year of the Jiaqing reign during the Qing Dynasty (1810) by Wei Yongtai of Beiguan. It has a history of over 180 years. At that time, Liaocheng was located near the Grand Canal, enjoying convenient transportation and bustling trade. To facilitate the transport and sale of braised chicken to other regions, Wei’s Braised Chicken Shop developed this type of smoked chicken that could be preserved for long…
. These pancakes are golden, crispy, and fragrant, with an eye-catching appearance that whets the appetite. Over the years, through continuous innovation and improvement by generations of chefs, they have evolved into finely made, crispy and delicious snacks that are easy to carry and make great gifts for family and friends.
A specialty of Mount Tai and a local delicacy. From 2007 to 2010, it was awarded “Top Ten Brands of Shandong Tourism, Leisure, and Shopping” by the Shandong Provincial Tourism Bureau, as well as an Excellence Award in the Tourism Commodity Innovation Design Competition. In 2009, it was successfully selected as an official “Specialty Snack” for the “11th National Games of the People’s Republic of China.” …
Guodu Chen's Pickled Vegetables originated during the Jiaqing era of the Qing Dynasty, first created by Mr. Chen Zhenshan. It is the only local delicacy meticulously brewed using an ancestral secret recipe, known for being rich in nutrition, having a unique flavor, and offering a rich, fragrant taste. Particularly notable is the Seafood Chili, which was rated as a Beijing-bound product in 1972, while the Five-Spice Melon was honored as…
Mount Tai is located in the central part of Shandong Province and features a warm temperate monsoon climate. The area is covered with dense vegetation, lush trees, and abundant flowers and plants. It boasts a rich and diverse resource of wild mountain vegetables. According to surveys, there are approximately over 70 families, more than 200 genera, and nearly 500 species of wild vegetables on Mount Tai. These wild vegetables grow naturally without pesticide contamination, making them excellent green food...
It is known for generous portions of skewers with authentic and complete seasonings, offering options such as lamb skewers, lamb liver skewers, and lamb tendon skewers. It is the most famous BBQ area in Tai’an City. Located a few hundred meters from the front gate of Dai Temple, on the west side of Tongtian Street. The signature dishes are mainly: lamb skewers, lamb liver skewers, and lamb tendon skewers. You can take bus routes 1 or 3 from the train station to get there…
Also known as "Youzi" gourds. A unique traditional handicraft that flourished during the late Qing Dynasty and early Republican period. At that time, raising crickets (known as "youzi") was very popular in Liaocheng, leading to high sales of cricket gourds. The villages engaged in planting, crafting, and selling gourds were mostly concentrated in three areas: Chengguan of Liaocheng, Yansi Town, and Liangshui Town. The carved patterns on the gourds are exquisitely designed, with smooth knife work. Although they were pricey...
A famous dish from Shandong, part of the Shandong cuisine series, with pork as the main ingredient and frying as the cooking method. Its characteristics are golden-colored meatballs that are crispy on the outside, soft and tender on the inside, and full of savory flavor. Ingredients Preparation Main ingredient: 200g lean pork accessories: 50g fatty pork, 200g eggs Seasonings: 30g green onions…
Xinxian muskmelon is a specialty of Xinxian County, Liaocheng City, Shandong Province. Also known as hard-rind sweet melon, it originates from tropical regions of Africa and Asia, hence it is also called foreign muskmelon. Xinxian is known as the “Hometown of Muskmelons in China.” The main varieties of muskmelons grown here include Jinmi, Cuimi, Mi World, Meiyu, Bailuotuo, and more than ten other types. Currently, Xinxian muskmelons are bestsellers in Shanghai...
Shenxian White Garlic has a history of over a thousand years and is known for its high quality. It features a pure white color, round and neat bulbs, few inner skins, large cloves, tender texture, and a long storage life. Shenxian White Garlic has long been a traditional export commodity from Shandong ports and enjoys a great reputation both domestically and internationally. In recent years, deeper processing of garlic has been carried out, and new products...