This specialty deep-fried stuffed pastry is made by mixing premium flour into a batter, pouring it into a special mold, and deep-frying it in oil. Then, a prepared filling—either pickled vegetables and tofu or shredded radish and tofu—is added, and the opening is sealed with more batter before the pastry is fried again until golden brown. Best enjoyed fresh and hot, the pastry boasts a fragrant crust that’s delightfully crispy, paired with tender and flavorful filling. For those who enjoy spicy food, adding a layer of chili sauce on top enhances the taste even further...
The stick fish is one of the precious fish species in Qiandao Lake. This fish has a slender body, no bones, and looks like a stick, hence the name "stick fish." Wild stick fish has tender flesh, no small bones, and grows in a pollution-free and hormone-free natural environment. When cooking, seasonings such as ginger, garlic, rice wine, sugar, and oil are added. It can be deep-fried, stewed, or braised...
Legend has it that in the Longshan Academy of Yanzhou Prefecture, a poor scholar married a beautiful and intelligent wife, and everyone praised him for his good fortune. On the day of the Lantern Festival, the scholar reluctantly agreed to his classmates’ request to have tangyuan at his home. Being poor, the scholar could not afford sugar, but his clever wife made unique savory tangyuan using winter-pickled vegetables and diced tofu as filling to serve the guests. ...
Yan Dongguan Wujiapi Wine is a traditional famous liquor from Zhejiang. It was first created in 1763. Originally produced in Dongguan, near the ancient city of Yanzhou (now Meicheng Town, Jiande City, Zhejiang Province), hence the name. It is made with a base of pure grain liquor, infused with precious Chinese medicinal herbs such as Wujiapi (Acanthopanax root bark), Codonopsis pilosula, Angelica sinensis, papaya, Amomum villosum, cinnamon, and Polygonatum odoratum, then blended with glutinous rice honey wine and white sugar...
A unique and renowned dish exclusive to Jiande, with a history of over 300 years, passed down alongside local folklore. This product is made primarily from high-quality Qiandao Lake water duck, along with ingredients such as ham, fatback, dried vegetables, and Xin’an River beer, crafted using traditional secret recipes and modern scientific formulations. …
The Xin’an-Qiandao Silver Needle tea is grown in pollution-free mountain tea gardens, cultivated using biological pest control techniques, and processed through a unique method using only high-quality single buds. The tea leaves are straight and needle-like, vibrant green with fine fuzz, exuding a fresh and high aroma. The infusion is clear, bright green, with a sweet, mellow, and refreshing taste. The leaf base consists of uniformly tender buds. Qiandao Silver Treasure …
Made with authentic Liye white lotus seeds and chicken, this dish helps warm the middle energizer, invigorate qi, nourish essence and marrow, and boost intelligence. The *Shennong Bencao Jing* (Classic of Herbal Medicine) states that regularly eating chicken can enhance spiritual clarity; later physicians generally believe it makes one smarter. …
“Eight-Treasure Tofu” was originally a famous imperial dish from the Kangxi era of the Qing Dynasty. It is said that Emperor Kangxi greatly enjoyed dishes that were soft in texture and rich in flavor. The imperial chefs of the Qing court often prepared boneless chicken, duck, fish, and meat dishes for his enjoyment. On one occasion, an imperial chef used tender tofu made from high-quality soybeans, mixed with minced pork, minced chicken,…
Legend has it that a chef in Hangzhou was inspired by Su Dongpo’s poem from “Looking at the South of the River,” which goes, “Use the new fire to brew new tea, poetry and wine while still young.” He selected freshly harvested pre-Qingming Longjing tea, known for its bright green color, rich aroma, sweet taste, and beautiful shape, along with fresh river shrimp to create this dish. The finished dish features tender shrimp as white as jade and fragrant green tea leaves, with elegant colors and a unique flavor. Tianwaitian Restaurant in Hangzhou is said to be the birthplace of this dish...
The Xiaoshan Chicken is a dual-purpose breed for both meat and eggs. Also known as “Yue Chicken” or “Sandy Land Large Breed Chicken,” it originates from Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, and is distributed across the Hangjiahu and Shaoxing regions.
Place of origin: Xianghu Lake, Xiaoshan, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province Product characteristics: Crisp, tender, refreshing, richly aromatic, and uniquely flavorful. Product components: Vitamin B12, protein, minerals, etc. Product benefits: Moistens lungs, promotes urination, reduces swelling, detoxifies, aids digestion, relieves diarrhea, clears heat, promotes diuresis, reduces swelling, detoxifies, and helps prevent stomach and intestinal cancers…
Product Origin: Xiaoshan, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province Product Characteristics: Large in size, tender white meat, delicious taste, unique flavor. Product Composition: Protein, fat, carbohydrates, cholesterol, vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin C. Product Efficacy: Regulates menstruation, relieves menstrual pain, enriches blood…
Place of Origin: Xiaoshan, Zhejiang Product Features: Bright yellow color, uniform shape, balanced salty-sweet taste, crisp and tender texture. Ingredients: Rich in lignin and molybdenum, it contains protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamin B, and large amounts of vitamin C. Health Benefits: Helps lower blood lipids and blood pressure, has anti-inflammatory effects, stimulates appetite, clears...
Product origin: Xiaoshan, Hangzhou Product features: Rich aroma, delicious taste, tender texture, and long shelf life without spoilage. Product ingredients: High in glucose and amino acids. Product benefits: Relieves summer heat, cleanses internal organs, aids digestion, treats coughs, and stimulates appetite. Product introduction: Preserved mustard greens have a unique flavor and are an affordable...
Place of origin: Xiaoshan, Zhejiang Product features: Green in color, juicy, thick flesh, small pit, thin skin, crispy texture, and pure acidity. Ingredients: Rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, phosphorus, and iron. Benefits: The nutritional value of green plums is very high. They are an alkaline food, and their sourness comes from…
Product Origin: Xiaoshan, Hangzhou Product Characteristics: Small seed, round flesh pillars, sweet and fresh taste. Product Season: Buds emerge in early March, flowers bloom abundantly in mid to late March, leaves unfold in early April, and fruits ripen around June 20. Product Benefits: Cough relief, promotes salivation, aids digestion, benefits kidneys and diuresis, relieves summer heat and dispels boredom. Product Components: Carbohydrates and vitamins. Product…
Water shield, also known as water sunflower, is a perennial aquatic herbaceous plant of the Nymphaeaceae family. It grows wild in most marshy ponds south of the Yangtze River, with some small-scale cultivation as well. Its leaves are oval-shaped, floating on the water surface, lush and emerald green. The undersides of the leaves and stems are coated with a gelatinous, agar-like mucilage that gives them a smooth, non-greasy texture and a delicate fragrance. The edible parts of water shield…
Xiaoshan Lace, also known as Venetian Lace, originated in Venice, Italy. There are over 30 varieties, including bedspreads, table runners, plate mats, tea table mats, sofa covers, piano covers, shawls, dresses, and more. In the 1980s, handmade lacework flourished in Xiaoshan, with up to 200,000 lace artisans, many of whom became prosperous through this craft...
Papaya is mainly grown in the mountainous areas around the border of Zhejiang and Anhui. Modern medical research has shown that papaya fruit contains flavonoids, vitamin C, and large amounts of organic acids such as malic acid and tartaric acid. It is also rich in catalase and peroxidase, and has the functions of relaxing tendons, activating collaterals, harmonizing the stomach, and resolving dampness. The "Tiger Bone Papaya Wine" infused with it is an effective remedy for rheumatism...
Persimmons are one of the specialties of Chun'an, with Tangcun seedless persimmons being the most famous. They are large and beautifully shaped, with crystal-clear, orange-red skin, soft and juicy flesh, and a sweet and delicious taste. Any leftover persimmons can be made into dried persimmon slices through several processes including peeling, slicing, smoking, and sun-drying. These slices are soft, sweet, and make a great companion for home or travel. …