Tongguan Rice Sheets are one of the local specialties of Bozhou. They enjoy an excellent reputation both within and outside the province and are considered an ideal gift when visiting relatives or entertaining guests.
Bozhou is the hometown of Hua Tuo, a renowned physician of the Han Dynasty, and is known as the “Capital of Medicine.” Along with Yuzhou (now Yuxian), Huizhou (now Huixian) in Henan, and Qizhou (now Anguo County) in Hebei, it is recognized as one of China’s Four Great Herbal Medicine Capitals and serves as one of the country’s four major hubs for medicinal herb distribution. By the late Qing Dynasty, Bozhou had become an important “Capital of Medicine,” bustling with herbal merchants, densely packed with medicine warehouses, and home to numerous major pharmaceutical companies…
Garlic is the king of all vegetables. Guantang garlic, however, can be called the king of garlic. Produced in Liuji and Shatu along the Gu River in Muzhou, Bozhou, Anhui, this garlic thrives in the region’s ideal soil and water conditions, making it truly authentic. The uniqueness of Guantang garlic lies in its inner quality—while ordinary garlic varieties can only absorb one watering…
The paulownia trees in Bozhou, Anhui Province, have a long history. Research indicates that they were planted as early as before the Shang Dynasty. The paulownia wood from Bozhou is known for being smooth, lightweight, resistant to deformation, and immune to insect damage, making it an excellent material for crafting furniture. The timber is exceptionally hard and durable—more likely to snap than bend—qualifying it as premium material for structural beams. Not only do locals in Bozhou…
Suzhao Pears are grown in Suzhao Village, located at the northwest corner of Longyang Town in Bozhou City, Anhui Province. The origins of the Suzhao Pear date back to the late Ming Dynasty. At that time, villagers fled from war (“ran fan”) and upon returning home, brought back a pear sapling from the northwestern river region, which they planted by the village pond. They paid little attention to it, but the unique soil and water conditions unexpectedly nurtured what would become a renowned variety — the Suzhao Pear...
Tobacco originally came from the West Indies, was introduced to Britain in 1585, and entered China during the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty. Tobacco cultivation in Bozhou, Anhui began in the third year of the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty, about a century later than in coastal areas such as Fujian. In the 1940s, the tobacco planting area in Bozhou reached nearly 5,000 mu, making it a well-known leaf-producing region at the time. The varieties included “…”
Bashan Hard-Dough Large Rolls are renowned within a hundred-mile radius for their pleasing appearance, appetizing wheat aroma, chewy texture, and crumbly feel. Travelers and merchants passing through often stop to enjoy them. Unlike ordinary large rolls, Bashan’s version stands out first and foremost because of its “hardness”—it doesn’t dent under finger pressure, holds its shape even when clenched in a fist,…
The Huangli apricot comes in varieties such as Shuibai apricot, Mian apricot, and Guan Gong Face, but the best among them is the Basket Apricot, named for its resemblance to a traditional basket. This variety was grafted and cultivated by technician Ding Yangzhai in the early years of the Republic of China. It is characterized by its large size, high yield, smooth skin, reddish-yellow color, thick flesh, and a pleasant sweet-and-sour taste. …
Cicada molt, also known as cicada skin, is the exoskeleton shed by the larva of the cicada (Cryptotympana atrata). The cicada, typically 4–4.8 cm in length, has brownish forewings with spotted patterns at their base, making it the largest type of cicada. It is very vocal in summer. Its life cycle consists of three stages: egg, larva, and adult. The adult lives in trees and lays eggs there. The eggs…
Made with premium wheat flour using traditional fermentation techniques, the dough is mixed with auxiliary ingredients and kneaded repeatedly until it turns glossy. The dough is then shaped into various forms and placed against the inner wall of an iron pot with a small amount of water (the water does not touch the buns). It is slow-cooked over low heat until the buns are cooked through and emit a fragrant aroma. The top side of the bun is glossy, and the...
Main ingredient: 50g shrimp roe Ingredients: 1 box of soft tofu Seasonings: 7g salt, 4g MSG, 2g white pepper, 10g dry cornstarch, 10g chopped cilantro, 1 egg (use only the egg white), 10g salad oil, 10g chopped scallions, 5g minced ginger, 2…
Oil Tea: Actually, the oil tea you drink in Lixin can't really be called true oil tea. Oil tea originates from ethnic minority regions such as Guangxi, where it's known as "da you cha" (pounded oil tea). The basic ingredients of da you cha include: rough tea leaves (unprocessed coarse tea), ginger, garlic, onions, fried peanuts, and meat bone broth — the taste is exceptionally good. Here...
Lixin Sa Tang: Sa Tang is a soup commonly found in the Shandong region, mainly made by simmering lamb or chicken bones. Legend has it that Emperor Qianlong was traveling through Shandong (the exact location is unclear) when he happened to try this soup and asked a nearby minister, “What kind of soup is this?” The local minister, who...
15 kilometers north of Lixin: Jiangji Lamb Soup has long been famous. Here, you can enjoy almost every part of the sheep. The soup is rich and flavorful, with a lingering aftertaste, and leaves no gamy or gamey smell in your mouth. Moreover, when it comes to eating lamb, you can have a full table of dishes without any repeats. I…
Kantuan Crispy Chicken has a long-standing reputation. It is made using free-range local chickens about one year old, resulting in a taste that is fresh, fragrant, tender, and crisp, with lingering aroma that stays on your palate for days. Compared to dishes like Fuliji Roast Chicken or Henan Daokou Roast Chicken—which tend to be a bit greasy and have less enjoyable bones—Kantuan Crispy Chicken stands out as noticeably better. Once you’ve tried Kantuan’s version, it’s hard not to crave it again...
Lixin County Gongdian Specialty Products Co., Ltd. is located in Gongdian Town on the western outskirts of Lixin County. It is a joint-stock enterprise. The company enjoys an elegant geographical environment and convenient transportation, with the Jiefubang Expressway to the south, the Muzhu River to the north, and surrounded by detoxified sweet potato bases promoted by the town. These bases have been certified by the national soil monitoring department as...
Wangshi Lace is a traditional handicraft product. Wangshi Town: Renowned for its famous traditional handicraft product—lace.…
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Woyang County Yellow Cattle Market Our county is a major producer of yellow cattle. Through breed improvement, we have an ample supply of first-generation commercial cattle such as Xi hybrids, Xia hybrids, and Li hybrids, with an annual slaughter volume exceeding 100,000 head, available for selection by out-of-town merchants. At the same time, the improvement of local breeds using the advantages of Boer goats has been widely carried out in our county. Nearly…