Sixi Basin Beef Jerky has a history of over a century and won an award at the National Food Exposition held in Zhenjiang in 1931. The specialty of Basin Beef Jerky lies in its crispness, fragrance, freshness, and tenderness—it melts in your mouth, boasts a richly savory taste, remains tender without becoming mushy, and maintains consistent color inside and out. It is nutritious and easy to digest. The jerky is made from...
Legend has it that during the Tang Dynasty, eight hundred monks were traveling to Yeshan to preach. When they passed through Qinglong Town (now Babaiqiao), they had no food to eat, so they filled up on cakes instead. After eating them, they praised their delicious taste, and thus the Babai Cake became famous. The cake is soft, fluffy, and delicate in texture, white as jade, thin as paper, sweet and tasty, with a curling shape that holds together well. It can be lit on fire easily, melts in your mouth, and leaves a refreshing aftertaste when chewed. 1…
Water celery is produced in Maji Town in the northern part of Luhe District. Thanks to its superior ecological environment, unique water sources, and soil quality, it stands out from other locally grown water celery with its distinctive characteristics of being “long, white, slender, tender, fragrant, and crisp,” earning a renowned reputation across China. Water celery can be stir-fried, served cold in salads, or used as an ingredient in other dishes. According to long-time consumers, water celery…
Legend has it that when Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty traveled south of the Yangtze River, the monk Lai Yue from the Guabu Mountain Temple presented him with meticulously handmade mooncakes. Pleased after tasting them, the emperor bestowed upon them the name “Lai Yue.” Guabu Lai Mooncakes are crafted from more than ten high-quality ingredients. They are shaped like the full moon, fragrant, flaky, sweet, and absolutely not greasy. When stored properly, they can remain unchanged in color and flavor for up to six months…
Nanjing's xiao long bao (soup dumplings) are different from those in most other places. They have a sweet flavor, but unlike the overly sugary taste found in some other cities, the sweetness here is mild and not cloying — instead, it is sweet with a hint of umami. It’s this subtle sweetness that highlights the unique flavor of Nanjing’s xiao long bao. They are also one of the must-have breakfast items for locals. Eating xiao long bao is all about the soup...
Ingredients: 500g glutinous rice flour, 100g wheat starch, 100g lard, 120g caster sugar, 500g carrots, 200g beef floss, 1500g salad oil (consumed 50g). Preparation: 1. Peel and slice the carrots, steam them over high heat in a steamer until cooked, then blend them into carrot juice using a juicer...
Nanjing Rain Flower Stones are mainly found in areas such as Yuhuatai and Juhuatai. According to research, high-quality Rain Flower Stones are a type of agate. Legend has it that during the reign of Emperor Wu of the Liang Dynasty in the Southern Dynasties, the eminent monk Master Yunguang preached on Shizigang, moving the heavens so much that flowers rained from the sky. When these floral rains touched the ground, they transformed into countless pebble-like stones, some as large as chicken eggs and others as small as broad beans, all vibrant and colorful. Thus, the Rain Flower Stones were named, and Shizigang was renamed Yuhuatai.
Liubu Mountain Blueberries—Named a National Famous, Special, and High-Quality New Agricultural Product in 2015. Located in Baima Town of our district, Nanjing Bailong Organic Agriculture Technology Development Co., Ltd. currently has over 4,000 acres of production bases, including 2,000 acres dedicated to organic blueberries. The company’s organic blueberries were showcased at the China International Agricultural Products Expo in 2008 and 2009, and were rated as one of the “Top 20 Most Popular Products in Jiangsu Province” by the Provincial Department of Agriculture and Forestry. In 2009, they received the “New Product Award” from the Provincial Agricultural Commission. The “Liubu Mountain” series of products have been certified organic by the Nanjing Guohuan Organic Product Certification Center for eight consecutive years. This year, the product was once again selected for the 2015 National Famous, Special, and High-Quality New Agricultural Products Directory due to its outstanding quality.
Lishui Green Plums are a specialty of Lishui District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province. Lishui has established a national-level green plum standard demonstration area. The green plum is a famous local fruit in Lishui, and its main processed products include preserved plums, crisp plums, dried plums, plum jam, and plum wine. In the early 1980s, over 2,000 green plum trees were introduced to Lishui and planted in contiguous orchards in Fujiabian, Honglan Town...
Lishui strawberries are a specialty of Lishui District in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province. Known for their early market availability, long fruiting season, and high quality, they are favored by local residents. In the 2010 China Quality Strawberry Competition, Lishui’s Red Belle and Tochiotome varieties were awarded the Gold Medal for best strawberries and were also voted the most beloved by Nanjing citizens. In recent years, Lishui District has vigorously...
Lishui Baima blueberries are a specialty of Baima Town, Lishui District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province. The fresh berries feature a powdery bloom on their skin, plump and round fruit, bright color, and a sweet yet slightly tangy taste — an authentic delicacy that delights the palate and is highly favored by many. Blueberries are plants of the genus Vaccinium in the Ericaceae family. Their fruit is juicy and flavorful, with a unique aroma...
Strawberries from Lishui have always been popular among the people of Nanjing. As soon as you step into the strawberry greenhouse, a sweet, warm aroma greets you. The strawberries nestle among lush green leaves, plump and glistening, making you eager to take a bite right away. When picking strawberries, keep in mind that while larger berries are satisfying to eat, …
A specialty snack from Lishui, Jiangsu. During the Qing Dynasty, Emperor Qianlong visited the south of the Yangtze River. Upon arriving at the long-renowned scenic spot—Wuxiang Temple in Honglan Town, Lishui County—he was warmly welcomed by the monks, who immediately served fragrant tea along with their local specialty: White Cloud Slice Cake. While tasting it, the emperor nodded in praise and said, “This cake is jade-white…”
Lishui County’s He Feng Town makes full use of its proximity to Shijiu Lake and its abundant supply of ducks and geese to vigorously develop preserved eggs and salted duck eggs. In 2004, a total of 100 million preserved and salted duck eggs were sold externally, generating an output value of 60 million yuan.…
Osmanthus-Glazed Taro Sprouts Osmanthus-Glazed Taro Sprouts is a famous sweet dessert from Nanjing, prepared as follows: select fresh taro sprouts, steam them until cooked, then peel them; mix with specially made osmanthus syrup and simmer slowly in a large pot. A bit of potassium carbonate should be added during cooking to give the taro a bright red, appealing color. When the taro is nearly soft and tender, add lotus root powder...
The ancient town of Chunxi, nestled among the three lakes of Gucheng, Danyang, and Shiju, is surrounded by abundant reeds and vast lakeshores, making it an ideal habitat for waterfowl. In ancient times, waterbirds such as wild geese, cormorants, and moorhens were abundant here. When they took flight, they darkened the skies, and when they landed, they covered the ground. These birds had feathers that were...
Gucheng Lake crabs have long been hailed as the king of crabs, a reputation closely tied to the unique ecological environment of Gucheng Lake. The lake spans hundreds of square kilometers, with crystal-clear, mirror-like waters, a hard, sandy bottom, lush aquatic plants, and a pleasant climate—making it the ideal “crystal palace” for crabs to thrive. There are no pollution sources around the lake’s farmlands, only intersecting fields, shady trees, a seamless blend of sky and water, and flocks of egrets and gulls, creating an enchantingly natural setting. As a result, the crabs here boast distinctive features in both appearance and meat quality. They are known for four key characteristics: first, a greenish-black back—smooth, glossy shells resembling dark clay; second, snow-white bellies—the undershells adhering to the mud are pure white without any dark spots; third, yellow bristles—the long hairs on their legs are golden-yellow and sleek; fourth, golden claws—their claws are sturdy and bright yellow, capable of standing firmly on glass with their legs upright and pincers raised, giving them a majestic appearance. Their meat is tender, succulent, delicious, and highly nutritious. Experts have found that every 100 grams of Gucheng Lake crab meat contains 14 grams of protein, 13 milligrams of iron, 0.71 milligrams of riboflavin, and 5,960 international units of vitamin A. Beyond being a prized delicacy with high nutritional value, Gucheng Lake crabs also offer certain medicinal benefits. According to *Compendium of Materia Medica* and other ancient Chinese medical texts, crabs can help reduce fever, aid digestion, and treat stomach ailments. In the early years of the Republic of China, Shi Jinmo, one of Beijing’s four renowned physicians and a notorious crab enthusiast, classified crabs from various regions into six grades: lake crabs, river crabs, stream crabs, creek crabs, ditch crabs, and sea crabs—with lake crabs ranking the highest. Among these, the large crabs from Gucheng Lake were considered the best of the best, akin to the top scholar in the imperial examinations.
After being designated as imperial tributes, Gaoyang’s feather fan industry rapidly developed and flourished. By the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, guilds had emerged. Under the unified management of these guilds, every year on the 15th day of the third lunar month, all feather fan shops would begin displaying signs and sample products. Guild representatives would then visit each shop to inspect product specifications and quality...
Manor Pumpkin Dish, Gaochun Crab Roe Soup Dumplings, Zhangji Pastry from Gaochun Old Street, Steamed Fresh Crabs from Gaochun, Cold Mixed Fragrant (Stinky) Tofu, Yaodang Lamb, Rural One-Pot Delicacy, Fresh Lake Shrimp in Earthen Pot, Mountain Villa Pumpkin Balls, Manor Pumpkin Dish, Manor Mini Tofu Buns…
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