Chinese Arctic Blueberries come from the pristine forests of the Greater Khingan Mountains, where their roots grow year-round in permafrost and can withstand extreme cold of -50°C. They are a completely pollution-free natural berry. The Greater Khingan Mountains are one of the key regions in Heilongjiang Province and even across China for producing green food, especially as wild blueberry reserves account for over 90% of the national total, and…
Squirrel fur comes from the northeastern regions, Xinjiang, Hebei, and other areas, with the largest quantity found in the Greater and Lesser Khingan Mountains, known as Northeastern squirrel fur; that from the Altai Mountains in Xinjiang is called Altai squirrel fur; and that from Hebei Province and the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region is referred to as Dongling squirrel fur. Squirrel fur has fine, dense, flexible underfur with a glossy sheen,...
A specialty of Heilongjiang — Mountain Pepper, is a well-known medicinal plant naturally distributed in mountainous areas such as the Lesser Khingan Mountains, Wandashan, Zhangguangcai Mountains, and Laoye Mountains in Heilongjiang Province. Fresh Mountain Pepper fruits are bright red berries, juicy, with a sour and slightly astringent taste and a peppercorn aroma. The fresh juice is used as an ingredient in processing natural health drinks; the dried fruit is dark purple…
“Jingde Green Cane” is a variety of sugarcane that is well-known both within and outside Anhui Province. The climate, water, soil, and sunlight conditions in Jingde County are ideal for sugarcane growth. Sugarcane has been cultivated here for over a thousand years, with historical records indicating that it was first planted in the early Eastern Han Dynasty. “Jingde Green Cane” features thick stems, growing 1.5 to 2 meters in length and 5 to 6 centimeters in diameter…
Handicrafts carved from Heilongjiang agate. Common motifs include ladies, birds and beasts, flowers, vases, and incense burners, with forms that are richly varied. Agate is a mineral formed under high temperature and pressure, coming in various colors such as grayish-white, crimson, and emerald green, all dazzlingly lustrous. Water-agate, which contains a bubble of clear water inside, is especially rare, and carvings made from it are particularly precious. Some are carved in multiple layers like ivory carvings, with inner layers forming rotatable agate spheres, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship.
The Chinese Grass Brush is the latest invention in the history of Chinese calligraphy and painting tools, representing a uniquely performing new type of brush in China’s soft brush manufacturing field. The inventor of the grass brush is Mr. Huang Jishuang, a renowned calligrapher and painter from Qitaihe City. The product has attracted attention from relevant domestic experts, been granted an invention patent by the National Patent Office, and received high praise and affirmation from over a hundred well-known...
Stewed Tofu with Pickled Potherb Mustard — Origin of the Dish: In the past, farmers used to pickle potherb mustard and eat it as a side dish. Later, they began washing the potherb mustard to remove the salt, then stewed it with tofu (often frozen tofu), discovering that the resulting flavor was uniquely delicious and more savory. The dish has been passed down to this day. Nutritional Content and Benefits: Potherb mustard contains a variety of amino acids and…
Stewed Pork Ribs with Green Beans – The Origin of Stewed Pork Ribs with Green Beans: In the past, when distinguished guests visited the homes of farmers in Heilongjiang, they would stew pork ribs from their newly butchered New Year’s pig with homegrown flat beans to serve the guests. The dish was incredibly delicious. This dish is a highly regarded local delicacy in the Heilongjiang region. Nutritional Content and Benefits: Pork ribs contain high-quality protein…
Autumn wood ear grows on oak logs in the natural climate of the Yichun forest area in the Lesser Khingan Mountains. It contains eight essential amino acids and vitamins required by the human body. The acidic compounds in autumn wood ear have a gentle cleansing effect on the digestive tract, earning it the reputation of being the “meat among vegetables.” It is highly valued for both its culinary uses and nutritional benefits.…
The origin of Braised Salmon with Pork Belly: In the past, fishermen found that plain steamed fish was too light in flavor, so they added pork to make it richer and more aromatic, which led to the creation of this dish. Nutritional content and benefits: Salmon is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, which can effectively lower blood lipids and cholesterol, help prevent cardiovascular diseases, Alzheimer's disease, and vision decline...
Acorns are the fruit of oak trees and are commonly found in the mountainous regions of eastern Hubei. They resemble silkworm cocoons, hence they are also called "chestnut cocoons." Acorns have a hard, reddish-brown outer shell, and their inner kernels resemble peanut kernels, containing abundant starch. In his time of poverty, Du Fu often relied on them for sustenance. Acorns are edible. However, some acorns naturally contain large amounts of...
Black Pottery of Boli The Black Pottery of Boli is the inheritance and development of China’s ancient “Longshan Culture” in Heilongjiang Province. With its elegant shape, jet-black luster, and classic vintage charm, it is a popular ceramic handicraft used for home décor, gift-giving, and international cultural exchange. …
Blue honeysuckle, also known as black bear fruit or mountain eggplant, is a plant of the genus Lonicera in the family Caprifoliaceae. It is primarily produced around the Changbai Mountains (at altitudes of 700-1800m), the Wandashan Mountain Range, and the Laoye Ling Mountain Range in China, with the largest reserves found in Boli County. Boli blue honeysuckle fruits are dark blue with a white powdery coating, elliptical or oblong in shape, measuring about 1-3c…
Boli Grapes are a specialty of Boli County, Qitaihe City, Heilongjiang Province. Boli Grapes are a nationally protected geographical indication agricultural product. The Lianyou Grape Professional Cooperative was established in 2007. It has now developed into an agricultural leading enterprise integrating grape cultivation, grape seedling breeding, promotion of new grape planting technologies, and grape sales...
The cultivated land area in Qiangken Township, Boli County, spans 8,000 mu, featuring fertile soil suitable for growing cash crops. It is well-known for cultivating the "Three Pungents": Welsh onions, small chili peppers, and garlic. In recent years, due to market price fluctuations, the planting area and economic benefits of Welsh onions have gradually made them the primary crop among the "Three Pungents." In recent years, Qiang...
Blue honeysuckle berry, commonly known as mountain eggplant, is a rare wild berry plant rich in amino acids and trace elements, offering high nutritional value. However, it has very strict requirements for its growing environment and can only be found in two countries worldwide. In China, it grows only in the Hongxing Forest Farm of the Xidaquan area in Boli County and the Yichun Forestry Bureau in Heilongjiang Province...
Origin of Braised Chicken with Scallions: A traditional home-style dish from Heilongjiang. Nutritional content and benefits: Scallions are rich in protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, dietary fiber, minerals, etc. They have therapeutic effects on colds, chills, headaches, abdominal pain due to cold, intestinal parasites, and dysentery. Chicken is rich in protein and phospholipids...
Mountain eggplant, a specialty of Bo’li, is scientifically known as Lonicera caerulea, also called blue honeysuckle, yang0, black bear fruit, mountain eggplant fruit, or blue fruit. It belongs to the genus Lonicera in the family Caprifoliaceae. This perennial deciduous shrub produces berries with a bright deep rose-colored juice. It is easy to cultivate, has abundant resources, and is mainly distributed in the Changbai Mountains of Jilin Province in China…
The pinolenic acid contained in Korean pine nuts, also known as blood-cleansing factor, can lower the concentrations of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, regulate water-salt metabolism, promote fat degradation, reduce platelet aggregation, enhance anticoagulant effects, and offer excellent lipid-lowering benefits. At the same time, it can also inhibit damage to the body caused by oxygen free radicals, promote the release of interferon and…
Boli Sika Deer is a specialty of Boli County in Qitaihe City, Heilongjiang Province. It is a protected product under the Agricultural Product Geographical Indication scheme. Boli County is located in the eastern part of Heilongjiang Province and is the only county under the jurisdiction of Qitaihe City. It borders Baoqing, Jidong, Linkou, Yilan, and Huanan County. It is recognized as a national commodity grain base county, a key county for planted forests,…