Hometown of Fructus Aurantii — Jing'an County Fructus Aurantii is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb known for its ability to regulate qi, soothe the stomach, and relieve chest tightness and abdominal distension. Jing'an is located in the northwest of Jiangxi Province, upstream of the Laoh River, a tributary of the Xiushui River. The county is renowned for its abundant production of Fructus Aurantii, earning it the title "Hometown of Fructus Aurantii." Fructus Aurantii is a relatively common herbal medicine and a famous specialty of Jing'an County in Jiangxi Province. It is also a traditional authentic medicinal material in China...
Produced by Yichun Edible Fungi Development Company. With its bright red color and rich nutrition, it is an ideal condiment for noodle soups, dumplings, and hot pot. It has won the Excellent Award at the National Spark Program Achievements Expo and the Provincial Outstanding New Product Award. The company also develops and produces other specialty products such as mushroom soy sauce and ganoderma wine, which are highly popular among consumers. (Yichun…)
Produced by Fengxin Distillery. As one of the province's key enterprises specializing in premium baijiu, the distillery produces over 20 varieties of the Baizhang series, including Baizhang Shen, Baizhang Yan, Baizhang Quan, Baizhang Chun, and Baizhang Laojiao. These are classic strong-aroma baijiu, characterized by their crystal-clear appearance, rich cellar aroma, mellow and sweet taste, and long-lasting aftertaste. They have won numerous national awards,...
This is a premium liquor meticulously brewed by the Yichun Regional Distillery, a “National Star Enterprise in the Liquor Industry.” This wine contains natural vitamins and has won multiple international gold awards, the title of China’s Famous Yellow Wine Product, the Provincial High-Quality Product Award, and the designation of “Jiangxi Famous Liquor.” The distillery also produces Zhiquan Beer, Zhiquan Dry Beer King, Yichun Daqu, and Yichun Snake Wine—all high-quality liquors…
Legend has it that as early as during the Northern and Southern Dynasties period (420–589 AD), an emperor went on a southern tour and dreamed of seeing in the Jiangnan region “a thousand-jin winter melon and inch-long rice.” He then sent people to investigate the south. When the envoys arrived at the areas of Heqiao and Yougang in Wannian County, Jiangxi (established as a county in the Ming Dynasty), they indeed found “three-inch grains” of wild rice…
The history of Chinese lacquerware dates back thousands of years. Over 2,000 years ago, the craftsmanship involved in making lacquerware had already reached astonishingly high levels. The statue of Master Jianzhen, which was escorted back to China for a family visit by Japanese monks including Abbot Morimoto Kōshun of Tōshōdai-ji Temple in Nara, was made from bodiless lacquer. Yichun lacquerware originated during the Eastern Han Dynasty and has a history of at least 1,7...
Local Yichun dish: Steamed Zen Dried Bamboo Shoots. Legend has it that many years ago, a monk traveled far and wide. One day, he arrived at Huacheng Temple in Yichun. At the time, the temple’s cook had no good vegetarian dish to offer, so he steamed some pre-soaked dried old bamboo shoots with tea oil using a steaming basket method. When the dish was served, the monk asked the cook...
One of the main specialties of Jing’an — dried bitter chestnuts. Made from the natural wild bitter chestnuts grown in the high mountains, these dried fruits are highly nutritious. They aid digestion, lower blood lipids, regulate blood pressure, and help with weight loss. To prepare, soak the dried bitter chestnuts in boiling water (or boil them in water until fully softened), then rinse with cold water...
In 1988, the World Humanities Organization conducted a survey in Indonesia. On a small island, they were amazed to discover that over half of the island’s residents were centenarians. After conducting in-depth investigations and research on the local soil, water quality, air, and temperature, scientists found that these centenarians regularly consumed a plant called Miracle Grass (…
“Northern River Delicacies” is a term of endearment for the fish found in the Bao Feng area. It refers collectively to species such as yin carp, hook fish, squid, and catfish from the northern riverbanks around San Zhaolun and Bao Feng. These fish can be prepared by oil pressing, steaming, braising, pan-frying, or stewing. Thanks to the crystal-clear, unpolluted waters, the fish have tender flesh and a delicious taste, making them widely renowned. During the Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China period…
Jing'an County has over 500 years of history in cultivating shiitake mushrooms, employing various cultivation methods such as log cultivation, sawdust cultivation, and bag cultivation. The main varieties of Jing'an shiitake mushrooms include flower mushrooms, thick mushrooms, and flat mushrooms, which are further divided into fully and partially stem-removed types. They are available both fresh and dried. Jing'an shiitake mushrooms are known for their rich aroma, well-formed caps, delicious taste…
Jing'an bamboo carving crafts are known for their innovative designs, unique craftsmanship, and exquisite techniques, reaching an almost miraculous level of artistry. They are divided into over 200 varieties across several series, including bamboo tubes, bamboo lamps, ancient architecture models, and bamboo veneer crafts. Key products include pen holders, chopstick holders, vases, bamboo chandeliers, bamboo table lamps, combination lamps, bamboo veneer boxes, bamboo veneer panels, pavilion models…
The “Ancient Nan Village” brand of rice is produced in Ancient Nan Village, located in the Sanzhaolun Scenic Area — a national 4A-level tourist attraction, Jiangxi Province’s only national model forest park, and a 4A-level rural tourism demonstration site in the province. This brand of rice boasts the following five major advantages: Advantage one: Ancient Nan has superior natural conditions. With an average annual temperature of 22.2 degrees, …
The Chinese Giant Salamander of Jing'an is a specialty of Jing'an County, Yichun City, Jiangxi Province. The scientific name of the giant salamander is Andrias davidianus, but locals in Jing'an call it "gouyu" (dog fish). The China Aquatic Products Processing and Marketing Alliance has awarded Jing'an County the title of "Hometown of the Chinese Giant Salamander." Jing'an County has a long history of giant salamander resources and is one of the main native habitats of the species in China, primarily distributed in...
Cured meat: A unique culinary tradition in Jing'an. The cured meat here is generally not smoked but sun-dried. The meat is cleaned, coated with a salt solution, and then sun-dried for several days until it turns dark red. It can be steamed or stir-fried when eaten. Stir-fried cured meat with artemisia selengensis is also a well-known dish. …
Jing'an braised pork is different from that in other places. At rural banquets, it's cooked in large iron pots using pigs raised at home for the New Year (pigs raised for personal consumption, not fed with feed), resulting in absolutely delicious flavors...…
Legend has it there’s also a touching story behind it. Many years ago, during the Qingming Festival, in Xitou, Gao Lake, Jing’an, there lived a poor scholar named Kuang Zhong. On his way home for the New Year after studying elsewhere, he was caught in a snowstorm and caught a cold. When he got home, his mother asked him what he’d like to eat. He replied, “I have no appetite.” Then his mother cooked the chicken she had prepared for the New Year’s feast along with pickled chilies, garlic, and rice vinegar from the jar…
Made with locally sourced ducks from Jing'an and roasted with beer. (Please note: the authentic one is located at the entrance of Qinghu Vegetable Market in Jing'an, right opposite a fruit stall. That’s the real deal.) It is prepared using Taiwanese techniques combined with local ducks...…
One of Jing'an's delicacies (Taro Balls) is made from the high-mountain taro specialty of Jing'an and locally produced sweet potato starch.…
The second of Jing'an's delicacies (Glutinous Rice Pork Ribs) is made with secret recipes using high-mountain glutinous rice from Jing'an and farmhouse pork ribs.…