Also known as Zhoucheng Lamb Hotpot, it is a traditional dish of the people in Zhoucheng, primarily made with mountain goat meat and complemented by carefully selected ingredients. It is a distinctive dish celebrated for its aroma and flavor. To allow more people to enjoy it, the locals have carefully prepared it in vacuum-sealed packaging, which is sold in major cities such as Shanghai and has gained widespread popularity. (Liyang…)
Liyang boasts abundant moso bamboo resources and is a major bamboo production base in Jiangsu Province. The bamboo from Nanshan Forest is particularly renowned, making Nanshan bamboo shoots widely famous. These shoots are characterized by their thin husks, bright white color, thick flesh, short internodes, and tender, delicious taste. Legend has it that during the An Lushan Rebellion, the Tang Dynasty poet Li Bai passed through Liyang...
Abundantly produced in Changdang Lake, Liyang. Their shape resembles a transparent crescent, their shells feel soft to the touch, and when cooked, they take on the color of late-autumn tangerine red. The meat of the white-shelled shrimp is pale white, delicate, and tender—truly a distinctive aquatic delicacy of the Jiangnan water towns (Liyang)…
Straw-Wrapped Duck is a distinctive traditional farmhouse dish from the Changwu region, with cooking techniques that can be traced back to the Jiajing era of the Ming Dynasty. When the renowned anti-pirate general Tang Jingchuan returned home in triumph, the local villagers, in honor of his glory, competed to offer their traditional farmhouse-style (red-braised duck wrapped with straw from the fields) Straw-Wrapped Duck as a token of their esteem. Later, this dish was brought to the imperial court by Tang Jingchuan…
Changzhou Xiaolongbao is a specialty snack from Changzhou, Jiangsu Province. The Changzhou Crab-Meat Xiaolongbao features "paper-thin, translucent wrappers, rich savory broth, intense crab aroma, tender yet not greasy meat filling, and a burst of juicy flavor." Paired with aromatic vinegar and fresh ginger, it becomes even more delicious, making it a true delicacy of Changzhou. As for the history of Xiaolong mantou, some say that the truly formed...
Changzhou Dama Gao is a specialty pastry from Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province. The pastry has a golden-yellow color, is crispy, soft, sweet, and savory, with a thin and flaky crust in well-defined layers. It is a renowned regional delicacy in Jiangsu, particularly famous in Changzhou. Changzhou Dama Gao is one of the traditional foods distinctive for its local flavor and texture. The making of Changzhou Dama Gao originated during the Xianfeng reign of the Qing Dynasty, when...
Jiaoxi Erhualian Pig originated in the Shunshan area of Jiaoxi, Wujin, with a history of over 400 years. Its pork is tender, juicy, richly aromatic, and abundant in collagen. It serves as a traditional sideline for local farmers and has become a distinctive breeding industry that helps increase their income, improve prosperity, and drive regional economic development. The Erhualian Pig is a valuable genetic resource in China...
Wujin has a long history of fruit cultivation, with many fruit varieties winning awards in national, provincial, and municipal competitions. In recent years, the forestry department and the district fruit association of Wujin have consistently focused on leveraging fruit-growing zones, using the fruit association as a platform, and striving to build a high-quality fruit industry. They have led farmers in advancing the development of premium fruit projects, fully promoting the “Yang…” fruit brand.
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The "Jiaoxi Shunshan Erhualian Sow," registered by the Jiaoxi Erhualian Sow Cooperative of Changzhou City, has been recognized as a certification trademark by the State Administration for Industry and Commerce. Going forward, the Jiaoxi Shunshan Erhualian Sow will gain broader market opportunities, while product quality, brand reputation, and consumer rights will be better protected. Jiaoxi…
Longtan Forest Farm is located in the southern hills of our city. The farm encompasses over 20,000 acres of mountainous woodland and is one of Liyang City’s major state-owned forest farms. In 1988, more than 300 acres of tea plantations were established. Thanks to the farm’s strong existing technical expertise and high level of scaled production, it has since emerged as a rising star in the city’s tea industry. The farm currently manages over 60…
Taihu White Cloud is produced at Baiyun Peak of Shanghuangshan, which is surrounded by the lake on three sides. The area is perennially shrouded in water vapor that forms misty clouds, and the soil is rich in various trace elements—offering ideal growing conditions for tea. Taihu White Cloud is a premium tea variety, crafted through exceptional skill and refined processing techniques to achieve its “four excellences”: emerald color, rich aroma, fresh flavor, and outstanding taste. It is…
The “Zhuke” brand of goose meat products uses locally raised farm geese as the main ingredient. Building on traditional processing techniques and utilizing the latest meat processing technology from Yangzhou University, the products are meticulously refined using scientific methods. The goose meat product line includes three major categories—wind-dried goose, soy sauce goose, and brine goose—with over 20 varieties. These products are produced through a fully enclosed...
It is said that when Emperor Qianlong traveled to the south of the Yangtze River and inquired about the local specialties of Liyang, the Grand Secretary Shi Yizhi (a native of Xiaya, Liyang) replied, “Maojian Flower Red, Tangxia Melon.” This shows that Maojian Flower Red is one of the traditional local specialties of Liyang. The production of Flower Red in Maojian has a history of nearly six hundred years. The origin of the Flower Red tree is on Dongting Mountain by Taihu Lake. There…
Liyang White Celery stands out among a variety of flavorsome vegetables. It is grown from water celery through a dry cultivation and softening process, and is named “white celery” due to its jade-like white appearance. The tender stems and leaves of Liyang White Celery can be stir-fried with meat or vegetables, used in salads, or made into fillings. With a sweet, crisp, and tender texture, as well as a crystal-clear and elegant look, it is a popular seasonal dish on dining tables during winter and spring...
The black rice tree, closely associated with black rice cake, has been recorded in traditional Chinese medical texts since ancient times. It is referred to as "Nanzhu Cao" in the *Illustrated Pharmacopoeia* and "Mifan Cao" in *Compendium of Materia Medica*. According to the *Chinese Herbal Dictionary*, the black rice tree is an evergreen shrub of the Ericaceae family, growing 1–3 meters tall with many branches. Its oval-shaped leaves are purplish-red in color and grow on mountain slopes...
Ingredients: 600g venison, flowering Chinese cabbage, scallions, ginger, chicken powder, salt, light soy sauce, monosodium glutamate (MSG), star anise, cooking wine. Method: Boil water in a pot, add the washed venison, and bring to a boil to remove blood. Heat oil in a wok, stir-fry with scallions and ginger, then add salt, MSG, cooking wine, light soy sauce, and chicken powder. Then add the venison…
Ingredients: 6 wonton wrappers, 70g Chinese cabbage, 150g ground pork Seasonings: A: 2 cups broth B: 1/3 tsp chicken bouillon, salt, pepper, sesame oil each, 1 tsp cornstarch C: 1/2 tsp sesame oil Method: 1. Wash the Chinese cabbage and cut into sections; place the ground pork in a bowl and mix with...
Ingredients: 2 mangoes, one bowl of shaved ice, half a cup of fruit syrup Method: 1. Wash the mangoes, peel them, slice off the flesh and dice it. Place the diced mango in a deep bowl and mix with the fruit syrup until well combined. 2. Place the shaved ice on a plate and top with the mango mixture to serve. Note: 1. After removing the flesh, the remaining mango pits can be scraped further with an iron spoon...
Ingredients: Fresh large squid, diced ham, dried scallops, shrimp, fava beans, diced bamboo shoots, cooked chicken breast dice, glutinous rice, shredded ginger, shredded scallions, ground pepper, Sichuan peppercorns, aluminum foil, seasonings, etc. Preparation Method: Clean the squid, marinate with ginger, scallions, white wine, ground pepper, and salt for 2 hours. Dice the chicken breast, bamboo shoots, fava beans, shrimp…