Baqiao Sausage Noodles have a long history — they were once referred to as "soup pancakes," and even Su Shi mentioned them in his poetry. They are characterized mainly by the addition of edible alkali to the noodles and the use of starch to thicken the sausage broth. To prepare the sausage, ingredients such as streaky pork, winter melon, daylily, wood ear mushrooms, red and white radishes, white tofu, and fried tofu are first diced and stir-fried in a pot with seasonings until cooked, then set aside...
During the Western Han Dynasty, Liu Bang led a peasant rebellion army westward into Xianyang and stationed his troops at Bashang (now known as Bailuyuan). The kind and virtuous Concubine Bo (mother of Emperor Wen of Han), one of Liu Bang’s consorts, was compassionate and cared deeply about the people. After tasting the folk dish Dingding Noodles, she was full of praise, and thus the noodles have been passed down in the Bailuyuan area to this day. The soil in Bailuyuan is fertile, with large diurnal temperature variations...
Jimei Pheasants Xi’an Jimei Pheasant Breeding and Domestication Base (also recognized as the Xi’an Science and Technology Bureau’s Pheasant Farming Demonstration Park and the Xi’an Baqiao District Wildlife Management and Protection Station’s Pheasant Farming Demonstration Base), was established in 2008 with assets exceeding two million yuan. It can produce 50,000 pheasants annually and is the only large-scale, standardized...
Crystal Persimmon Cakes are a unique and famous snack from Xi'an. They are made using the fire-crystal persimmons, a specialty of Lintong in Shaanxi Province. In the preparation process, the persimmon skin is removed, the flesh is mashed, mixed with flour, then filled with osmanthus and white sugar, and finally pan-fried until cooked. The result is a sweet, soft, tender treat that is rich and refreshing. Preparation method: 1. Wash the persimmons, remove the skin and stem…
The mirror cake is a small, round item, no thicker than a finger. Its main ingredient is finely ground glutinous rice flour. In small, toy-like bamboo or wooden steamer baskets lined with thin iron sheets, the flour is packed, then sprinkled with brown sugar, green and yellow sugar, along with finely chopped red and green candied fruits. These baskets are stacked one on top of the other, forming a pagoda-like structure, with a mechanism at the very top…
Xi'an Cloisonné is a renowned handicraft and tourist souvenir from Xi'an. Named after the Jingtai era of the Ming Dynasty when it was most popular, and due to its frequent use of gemstone blue and peacock blue glazes, it is called Cloisonné. The production of Xi'an Cloisonné carries forward the traditional characteristics of this ancient Chinese craft—such as uniquely shaped objects, solemn patterns, rich colors, and a resplendent golden brilliance—while emphasizing the integration of historical traditions...
Crystalline persimmons, also known as Huojing Persimmons (sometimes written as Huodi Persimmons), are a renowned specialty of Xi’an City, Shaanxi Province, originating from Lintong. They earn their name from their fiery red hue and glossy, crystal-like skin. By late autumn, the persimmons ripen into a soft, pulpy texture, with their flame-red exteriors adorning the branches in vibrant clusters—earning them the alternate name “Flame-View Persimmons.”…
Baqiao cherries have a long history. Legend has it that when Emperor Gaozu of Han, Liu Bang, was hunting, he followed the tracks of a white deer to Xizhangpo and discovered these luscious, fragrant, and sweet fruits. Today, cherry trees planted over 200 years ago during the Qing Dynasty still thrive, bearing abundant fruit. Basic Introduction: Baqiao cherries are plump, large in size, and kidney-shaped...
In Xi'an, Lao Fan's has almost become synonymous with braised meat. The dish originated during the Warring States period, when it was called "cold meat." Passed down through generations and evolving over time, it eventually became what is now known as Qin-style braised meat. Lao Fan’s braised meat has a history of nearly a hundred years and was first created by a street vendor surnamed Fan. Thanks to its carefully selected ingredients, well-balanced seasonings, expert cooking techniques, and long hours of slow simmering…
Ingredients: 25 kg high-gluten flour, 1 kg peanut oil, 500 g sesame oil, 750 g daylily buds, 250 g wood ear mushrooms, 1.5 kg vermicelli, 2.5 kg fried tofu, 25 pieces of plain tofu, 2.5 kg soy sauce, a small amount of Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, MSG, scallions, ginger, salt, etc. Preparation Method: 1. Soak the daylily buds, wood ear mushrooms, and vermicelli in boiling water, rinse, and cut them...
Bamboo tube liquor is produced in the Hujiao Valley Bamboo Sea Scenic Area. Its color is like amber, crystal clear and translucent. The liquor is golden green, fragrant and rich, smooth on the palate, sweet, mellow, clean, refreshing, green, healthy, and highly nutritious. The base liquor, brewed using traditional methods, has multiple benefits such as regulating neutral energy, warming the stomach, soothing the liver and benefiting the spleen, promoting blood circulation and enriching blood, regulating qi and relieving vexation, aiding digestion and stimulating saliva production. The bamboo itself…
The Song-style Wooden Leaf Bowl is a ceramic work by the Xi’an Fine Arts Ceramics Factory. It won the silver award in the Shaanxi Provincial Tourism Commodities Competition and the bronze award in the National Specialty Tourism Commodities Competition. The "Wooden Leaf Bowl" is entirely hand-thrown and fired with real leaves. A gas kiln is used to simulate the atmosphere of a wood-fired kiln, allowing the bone ash in the real leaves to form crystalline patterns within the bowl. When successfully fired, the veins of the wooden leaf in the bowl are golden...
Kiwi fruit was anciently known as Tengli or Yangtao. Li Shizhen noted that “it resembles a pear in shape, a peach in color, and is favored by monkeys—hence its various names.” Kiwi fruit is highly nutritious, containing organic compounds such as actinidine, proteolytic enzymes, tannic pectin, and sugars, as well as trace elements like calcium, potassium, selenium, zinc, and germanium, and all 17...
Shiitake mushrooms are the world's second most consumed edible fungus and one of China's specialties, often referred to as a "mountain delicacy" in folklore. They are fungi that grow on wood. With a delicious taste, fragrant aroma, and rich nutrition, they are renowned as the "queen of vegetables." Shiitake mushrooms are rich in B vitamins, iron, potassium, and provitamin D (which converts to vitamin D after sun exposure)...
Zhouzhi is located in the hinterland of the northern foothills of the Qinling Mountains, boasting abundant floral resources and a long history of local beekeeping. The resulting raw honey has a golden hue, authentic quality, unique flavor, and is pure and free of impurities—making it a treasured item among nutritional health and medicinal foods. …
Walnuts are an important woody oil-bearing and chemical raw material tree species, with their fruits being one of the world’s three major dried fruits. Also known as hu tao, they have been cultivated for thousands of years, with the “Chicken Claw Soft” variety being particularly esteemed. Tai Shan walnuts are highly adaptable, with an oval-shaped fruit...
Candied Open-Mouth Crisp Dumplings are one of the famous traditional Han Chinese snacks in Xi’an, Shaanxi. They are named for their slightly open mouths and are known for their fragrant, crisp, and sweet taste. Placing them in a porcelain jar for one or two months allows the honey to gradually seep in, enhancing their flavor even more. The dumplings are made with flour as the wrapper, and a filling of white sugar, osmanthus sauce, shredded green and red candied fruits, walnut kernels, crushed rock sugar, and white honey...
The Ancient Music of Jixian is a traditional genre popular in the Jixian area. Its origins can be traced back to the Qin and Han dynasties, flourished during the Tang and Song dynasties, and later absorbed the essence of sister arts and folk music from the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. The performances are visually magnificent, with naturally ancient rhythms, an elegant and solemn character, and a structured yet varied format. It has received high praise from musicians both in China and abroad. In the southern part of the county, Jixian…
Jia San is a well-known figure in Xi’an. When you visit Xi’an, you simply must pay a visit to Mr. Jia San and savor his deeply heartfelt Halal cuisine and exquisite craftsmanship. Finding Jia San means you’ve found the true essence of local snacks. Xi’an has many snacks, but “Jia San Soup Dumplings” are among the most famous and renowned...
Authentic taste, genuine garlic noodles. The noodles are as wide as a belt, first cooled in cold water, then dipped in meat sauce to eat. Addictive...