Rouge Rice is a unique variety of red rice exclusive to Tangshan City, Hebei Province. It resembles upland japonica rice in appearance, has awns, and is classified as japonica rice. The grains are elliptical-cylindrical in shape, dark red both inside and out, with purplish-red lines along the grain. The “three stretches” characteristic refers to the differing ratio of amylopectin to amylose in the starch of Rouge Rice compared to ordinary rice.…
Caofeidian Rice — Tangshan City Caofeidian District Agriculture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, and Aquatic Technology Extension Station. Caofeidian has over sixty years of rice cultivation history. Due to its unique coastal-land reclamation geography, the soil is heavy and clayey, with high salinity and mineral content. Coupled with natural irrigation from the Luan River, the resulting rice is of premium quality, with uniformly plump, glossy grains...
Xifengkou Baijiu originated during the Tongzhi and Guangxu eras of the Qing Dynasty. It is brewed using clear mountain spring water and high-quality grains, resulting in a richly aromatic, mellow, smooth, sweet, and clean-tasting liquor with a long-lasting aftertaste. This baijiu has been passed down through generations across the surrounding region. Though hidden away in an ancient mountain pass, it has garnered widespread demand and praise. Over more than a hundred years of turbulent change, the Xifengkou distillery has remained…
Seven-colored pheasants, commonly known as wild pheasants or simply pheasants, are most widely distributed in China in the form of ring-necked pheasants. They are named for their vividly colorful plumage. Male pheasants can grow up to nearly 0.9 meters in length, with splendid feathers and a distinctive white ring around the neck. Females are smaller in size, with shorter tails, an overall sandy-brown color with spots. They prefer to inhabit grassy hills covered with creeping plants,...
Anli Pear belongs to the Qiuzi pear variety group and is commonly known as sour pear. The fruit is round or flat-round, with yellow-green or golden-yellow skin. It is relatively small in size, contains more stone cells, but when fully ripe, it has a well-balanced sweet and sour taste, rich aroma, and a refreshing flavor. The fruit is packed with various nutrients essential for the human body, containing 8.78% sugar, 1.27% acid, vitamins…
Speaking of toon, there is also such a story that has been passed down among the people. Once upon a time, an emperor went hunting in the Yanshan area. While chasing a wild animal, he and his guards ran far ahead of the main party. As it gradually grew dark, the emperor, tired and hungry, noticed a cottage on the mountain and knocked on its wooden door with his guards, hoping to...
Tanghai is located at the lower reaches of the Luan River and the shores of the Bohai Sea, with over 60 years of rice cultivation history. Due to its unique reclaimed land environment, the soil is heavy and clayey, saline-alkaline, and rich in mineral content. Coupled with natural irrigation from the Luan River, the rice produced here is of excellent quality — grains are uniform, clean, and glossy. The cooked rice is fragrant, delicious, and rich in...
Sweet corn is a variety of maize, also known as vegetable corn, belonging to the family Poaceae and the genus Zea. It is one of the staple vegetables in developed countries such as Europe, the United States, South Korea, and Japan. With its rich nutrition and characteristics of being sweet, fresh, crisp, and tender, it is favored by consumers from all walks of life. Super sweet corn, due to...
The waters of Fengnan County in Tangshan City are located in the Bohai Bay and were historically known as the “confluence of nine rivers.” This area was once a major production zone for cockles and clams. Marine fishing in the county primarily took place in Heiyanzi Town, which consists of seven natural villages. During the 1970s and 1980s, fishing boats in Heiyanzi Town mainly targeted cockles. During the production team era, each team had one to two drying areas about half the size of a football field, where piles of cockles formed small mountains. In those resource-scarce times, some of the cockles were dried and stored in warehouses for winter consumption, while the shells were used to pave roads. In the past, most rural paths in the Heiyanzi area were covered with neatly laid cockle shells, which prevented dust on sunny days and mud on rainy ones. With economic development and rising living standards, “Black Yanzi Cockles” have gained increasing popularity due to their excellent quality and delicious taste. They have become a signature local seafood specialty. When visitors come to Fengnan, “Black Yanzi Cockles” are often the first dish they try. In Fengnan’s food industry, whether at high-end or casual restaurants, “Black Yanzi Cockles” are always prominently featured among the seafood offerings. They have truly become a renowned, high-quality local specialty. These cockles can be prepared in numerous ways, and no matter how they’re cooked—boiled, grilled, braised, hot-potted, stir-fried, or mixed—they remain tender and delicious. Among these, the “cockle-stuffed steamed dumplings” are especially distinctive and have become a beloved local delicacy.
Leting Melon is a specialty of Leting County, Tangshan City, Hebei Province. Melon cultivation is a distinctive industry in Leting County, boasting a long history and extensive planting areas. “Leting Melon” is known for its sweet taste, thin skin, and crisp flesh, and has been popular both within and beyond the province for many years. Leting Melon The current administrative region under the jurisdiction of Leting County, Hebei Province “Request from the People’s Government of Leting County Regarding the Delimitation of the Geographic Indication Product Protection Scope of Leting Melon,” Document No. Leng Zheng Cheng [2014] 14
Luanhai Sea Crab is a specialty of Luannan County, Tangshan City, Hebei Province. Known as “Luanhai Sea Crab,” it refers to the yellow crab, which has tender meat and rich, golden fat, making it deliciously palatable. It offers medicinal benefits such as nourishing sinews and boosting energy, regulating the stomach and aiding digestion, dispelling internal heat, and improving circulation.
Luan Nan cuttlefish is a specialty of Luan Nan County in Tangshan City, Hebei Province. The cuttlefish produced in Nanpu and Liuzan along the coast of Luan Nan County are considered top-quality because the seabed in these areas is muddy, resulting in cuttlefish that have no sand in their bodies. Their flesh is white and tender, making them a delicious and highly nutritious seafood delicacy. Cuttlefish (the local dialect pronounces “墨” as “mi”) are also known as...
Luan County peanuts are a specialty of Luan County, Tangshan City, Hebei Province. Known for their white shells, large size, plump kernels, bright color, and delicious taste, Luan County peanuts enjoy a reputation as "Eastern Route Peanuts" in both domestic and international markets. The county has been designated as the "Hometown of Peanuts in China" by the Product Names Committee of the Ministry of Agriculture. Luan County is located on the...
Qian'an sweet potatoes are a specialty of Qian'an City, Tangshan, Hebei Province. Qian'an is known as the "Sweet Potato Capital" of Hebei. The sweet potatoes produced here have high yields and excellent taste, commanding higher market prices than ordinary sweet potatoes. These sweet potatoes are rich in nutrients, containing large amounts of dietary fiber, as well as abundant minerals, calcium, and fiber. They are truly...
Qian'an vermicelli is a specialty of Qian'an City, Tangshan, Hebei Province. With a long history of production, Qian'an vermicelli has long been renowned for its unique flavor, wide variety, fine craftsmanship, and high quality. For over a hundred years, Qian'an has been a major production hub for vermicelli in four northern provinces and two municipalities. It now produces 120 million jin of vermicelli annually and has developed into a major base county for vermicelli…
In the 34th year of the Guangxu reign during the Qing Dynasty (1908 AD), Tian Laoxing founded the Luoguo Oil Mill in Panggezhuang, Leting, and began producing and selling sesame oil. The sesame oil was made from premium ingredients, crafted using meticulous techniques, and boasted a pure, fragrant aroma, earning high praise from local residents. It remained a bestseller for nearly 60 years, through the late Qing Dynasty, the Republican era, and the early years of the People's Republic of China. In 1967, it ceased operations due to the Cultural…
Guantou Mountain Liquor is a specialty of Qian'an, Tangshan City, Hebei Province. Qian'an has a long history of liquor production, with legends tracing it back to the time of the Yellow Emperor. The Guantou Mountain Liquor Company still uses an ancient well dating back to the Wei and Jin dynasties. Some Chinese liquor experts believe that the Guantou Mountain Liquor Company boasts rich heritage in liquor culture, with well-preserved sites and relics that reflect distinct local, ethnic...
Luan Nan Shrimp Paste is a specialty of Luan Nan County, Tangshan City, Hebei Province. The administrative areas under the jurisdiction of five towns (zones) in Luan Nan County, Hebei Province—Nanbao Town, Zuodong Development Zone, Baguozhuang Town, Tuoli Town, and Hugezhuang Town—are defined in the "Request from the People's Government of Luan Nan County on Delimiting the Origin Range of Luan Nan Shrimp Oil and Luan Nan Shrimp Paste as Geographical Indication Products," Bian Zheng Cheng [20…
The central production area of mustard greens is around Yahongqiao, primarily used for pickling. Tens of thousands of mu are planted annually, with a yield of around 5,000 kilograms per mu. Most are sold to the Tianjin area, and during the Republican era, they were exported to Korea. …
The main production area of the purpleheart radish is Dongxiaodian and Xixiaodian. It has a green skin and a purple core. It is a winter vegetable that can also be used as a fruit substitute. Thousands of acres are planted annually, with a yield of about 5,000 kilograms per acre. It is sold in the Tianjin and Tangshan areas. …