Sanhe has a long history of producing sweet glutinous rice wine. In the early years, there was a popular local sweet wine called Jinbo Wine that had significant influence in the region. After the founding of the People’s Republic of China, the Sanhe Distillery organized technical personnel in 1951 to explore traditional folk brewing techniques and began producing sealed-aged glutinous rice wine, which was then called Chaohu Sweet Wine. This wine is made from premium glutinous rice sourced from the shores of Chaohu Lake, using...
Thanks to Hefei’s mild climate, moderate rainfall, fertile land, and relatively abundant water resources, the area is highly suitable for growing crops and other herbaceous or woody plants. Feixi County, under Hefei’s jurisdiction, is one of the country’s major rice production bases. Sanhe Rice is renowned both in China and abroad for its large grains, snow-white color, fragrant taste, and chewy texture.
Chaohu Duck Variety Description Origin and Distribution: A medium-sized dual-purpose breed for both eggs and meat. Mainly produced in central Anhui Province, including Juchao District of Chaohu City, Lujiang, Feixi, Feidong, Shucheng, Wuwei, He County, and Hanshan. Appearance Characteristics: Medium-sized body with a rectangular and proportionate build, slender neck, moderately wide and deep front body, and hind body that is...
Chaohu Rice, 2015 National Famous, Special, and High-quality New Agricultural Products — Anhui Fuxi Xiang Biotechnology Food Group Co., Ltd. & Anhui Guangming Huaixiang Industry & Trade Group Co., Ltd.
Zhonghan tomatoes are a specialty of Chaohu City, Hefei, Anhui Province. The cultivation of Zhonghan tomatoes has a long history. In the 1990s, the Luoxiang production base was established, where farming techniques reached a relatively high level. In March 1999, a tomato production demonstration garden was set up in Xiaozhang Village, Binhu, promoting pollution-free agricultural production technologies such as rice-vegetable rotation. In 2011,…
Chaohu Huan Tuan is a specialty of Chaohu City, Hefei, Anhui Province. Made primarily from high-quality millet and carefully roasted with granulated sugar, Chaohu Huan Tuan is entirely handmade, boasting a sweet taste and the pure, natural fragrance of roasted rice. Resembling a type of Chaohu candy, this delicacy is formed into ping-pong ball-sized treats made from roasted rice and maltose. The name "Huan Tuan" carries the meaning of “joy” and “reunion.”
The production of Huanglu grapes began in the 1980s. The planting scale has steadily expanded, moving toward pollution-free, green, and organic cultivation. There are now over 5,500 acres of high-quality vineyards, involving more than 1,000 fruit farmers. The main varieties grown include 12 types of premium domestic and international grapes such as Kyoho, Purple Jade, Horse Milk, and Beauty Finger. The annual yield…
It is a traditional and exquisite cake from Binjiong Town by Chaohu Lake, boasting a history of nearly three hundred years. Legend has it that Emperor Qianlong once tasted this cake and praised, “A jade belt is the mark of a first-rank official.” Hence the name. Yipin Yudai Cake uses carefully selected ingredients and features a unique production process involving over thirty steps. It is meticulously made with ingredients such as peach kernels, green plums, osmanthus, sesame oil, and glutinous rice flour…
The main variety is the white pomegranate, also known as the crystal pomegranate. It features large fruits, thin skins, neat shapes, pearly white seeds that are tender, juicy, sweet yet not cloying. Mainly produced in the areas of Yinpingshan, Sanbing, and Gaolin in Juchao, the planted area benefiting from this cultivation spans over 850 acres, yielding an annual production of more than 300,000 kilograms, most of which is sold as a commercial product. Historically, Juchao pomegranates were as renowned as those from Huaiyuan and…
Primarily produced in Liujia Tan, Jiongyang Town, Juchao, and named after the area. The Jiongyang Tan Pear thrives in flat terrain, demonstrating strong adaptability, disease resistance, and high yield. The pears are well-shaped and symmetrical, with thin yellowish-green skin, tender white flesh that is crisp, juicy, and sweet, offering a unique flavor. Currently, the main source of these pears comes from trees planted around homes, covering an area of about 100…
Chaohu Huahong, commonly known as "little apple," is a fruit native to the area. Legend has it that during the Jiajing era of the Ming Dynasty, the main production area was around Woniushan in Chaohu, and today there are extensive orchards in the Zhangjiashan area of Yinpingshen Town, Juchao. The fruit is flat-round in shape, weighing about 20 grams each, with pale yellowish-white flesh that is crisp and juicy. It typically ripens and comes to market in June and July. In addition to being eaten fresh as a fruit, it can also be…
Laoshan Loquats, as the name suggests, are produced in Laoshan Administrative Village, Zhongmiao, Juchao. Since they grow on a lake island surrounded by water on all sides, perennially shrouded in mist, the loquat trees enjoy ideal growing conditions. As a result, Laoshan loquats are known for their thin skin, thick flesh, and juicy pulp, making them a prized fruit of Chaohu. June and…
Ingredients: Cherries, white sugar. Preparation: (1) Ingredient selection: Choose cherries that are 80% ripe, with smooth surfaces, fresh and plump, and rich in aroma. Discard fruits affected by pests or diseases, rotten or deteriorated, dry and cracked, deformed, as well as those that are overripe, underripe, too small, or severely mechanically damaged...
Glutinous rice dates not only help nourish blood but also improve skin beauty. Such a great tonic—why not try making them yourself? Method: 1: Wash and dry the red dates, cut them open on one side with small scissors, and remove the pits; (it’s best to buy pit-free dates to skip this step) 2: Mix glutinous rice flour with warm water and white sugar to form…
Thinly Braised Squid Soup is an authentic Huizhou dish, and the “Private First Soup” at Yipin Xiaochu is none other than this “Thinly Braised Squid Soup.” In addition to the main ingredient—squid—the version here also includes diced mushrooms, wood ear fungus, water chestnuts, and carrots. After thickening the broth and just before serving, chopped cilantro is sprinkled on top. The soup has a delicate color, melts in the mouth, offers a smooth texture, and is light...
The Twin Pepper Fish Head draws inspiration from the use of diced chili peppers and fermented black beans commonly found in Hunan cuisine. Breaking away from traditional, monotonous cooking methods, it employs sauce chili made from wild mountain chilies and diced chili peppers. This not only creates a striking visual contrast but also greatly stimulates the appetite, making one’s mouth water at first glance. Ingredients: 1 fish head, 2 types of diced chili peppers (red and green), …
Gonghetang Lion's Head Meatballs have a history of over a hundred years. The dish gained fame due to a couplet inscribed by Li Hongzhang: “With fairness comes joy, as all corners of the world follow; with harmony comes value, as merchants gather in multitudes.” After a century of ups and downs, in 2001, the great-great-grandson of Li Guocheng, the original owner of Gonghetang, reopened the restaurant in Cuozhen, Feidong, and…
Renowned as “dragon meat in heaven, donkey meat on earth,” Shitang’s “donkey meat jerky” is truly a famous delicacy celebrated across China. As the legend goes, during the Chu-Han contention, after Xiang Yu was defeated at Gaixia, he bid a tearful farewell to his concubine (the Bridge of Farewell and the Tomb of Yu Ji are said to be located in Feidong—see the 1985 edition of the Feidong County Annals). The concubine and her entourage were chased by Han soldiers to the vicinity of what is now Shitang Town…
Fengle Sauce Dried Tofu is a thousand-year-old, uniquely local delicacy with distinctive features of Feixi. Traditional Sauce Dried Tofu is handmade using the year-round clear, natural flowing water of the Fengle River. It is known for its pure color, long-lasting aroma, delicate texture, elasticity, and refreshing aftertaste. The beautiful Fengle River, originating from the Shutong Mountain area, flows through Fengle Town for more than…
Sanhe River Tofu is a specialty of Sanhe Town, Feixi County, Hefei City, Anhui Province. The tofu from Sanhe in Feixi is bright in color, ample in portion, delicious and tasty. It has a refreshing taste that never becomes tiresome even with frequent consumption. It can be prepared simply or elaborately, seasoned to personal preference, and is versatile enough to be served with either meat or vegetables. The water in Sanhe is clear, cool, and free of impurities, originating from the Dabie Mountain range. Tofu made with this water...