The mountainous forests in Wangchuan Town cover a large area, with a mild climate that offers great potential for developing economic forestry—especially suitable for chestnut cultivation. In recent years, in conjunction with the Grain for Green Program, 10,000 mu of chestnut trees have been planted, yielding an annual production of 100,000 kilograms. This industry has become a major source of income for many local residents.…
Chinese toon is a deciduous tree of the genus *Toona*. In spring, its shoots usually emerge in brownish-red or dark reddish colors. As the branches and leaves grow, they typically develop a symmetrical, feathery shape. The main varieties include red toon, brown toon, and moss toon. Not only does Chinese toon boast a rich aroma and flavor, but it is also highly nutritious, containing large amounts of vitamin C, vitamin A, protein, fat, as well as iron, phosphorus, calcium, and more. Chinese toon not only has edible leaves and shoots, but its bark and roots can also be used medicinally. With a bitter and astringent taste, they are known for their remarkable effects in clearing heat, killing parasites, and dispelling rheumatism. Chinese toon ranks first among vegetables in terms of vitamin C content, and China is the only country that uses toon as a vegetable. Wild Chinese toon is a specialty of Lantian, Shaanxi. The tender shoots are collected from the pollution-free Qinba mountainous region, then carefully processed and refined. It is a natural wild food, fragrant, crisp, and tender, with a unique flavor and rich in various nutrients. Its long-lasting, deep aroma leaves a delightful aftertaste, making it very popular among people. Regular consumption can enhance appetite, making it a top choice for home dining and travel.
The Tianma produced in Nanshan is large in size and high in quality, making it a precious medicinal herb. Known for its significant and proven therapeutic effects, Tianma has been widely used in modern clinical medicine. The "National Compilation of Chinese Herbal Medicines" summarizes its efficacy as: "primarily used to treat hypertension, dizziness, headache, facial and eye deviation, limb numbness, infantile convulsions, and other conditions." ...
Legend has it that during the creation of the world by Fuxi and Nuwa, after eating the century-old apricots from the large apricot tree planted by their mother A’shi, they were suddenly imbued with divine energy, enabling them to obtain the Yellow River Map and Luo River Scroll, draw the Eight Trigrams, create written characters, refine stones to mend the heavens, and establish the foundation of ancient Chinese civilization. The cultivation of Lantian Large Apricots has a long history, covering an area of 35,000 mu with an annual yield of 32,000 tons. Varieties include...
The one-year-old branches of the Blue Pine of Lantian are grayish-green, hairless, with reddish-brown winter buds and no resin. The cones are usually solitary, ovoid, measuring 5–7 cm in length, turning pale yellowish-brown when mature. The seeds are obovate, about 1 cm long. The flowering period is April, and the cones ripen in October. The wood is rather brittle and prone to breakage; the heartwood is yellowish-brown, and the sapwood is pale yellow. It can be used for...
Lantian Green Onions – Jinshan Township is located at the southern foot of Mount Li, at a relatively high altitude with a cool climate and significant day-night temperature variation, making it the main production area for winter onions in our county. Jinshan green onions are favored by consumers for their thick, white, crisp, tender, aromatic bulbs, and their premium quality and lack of chemical residues. Currently, the township has 2,500 acres under cultivation, yielding 3,500 tons of winter onions annually,…
A traditional Shaanxi-style delicacy, this pancake was honored as an outstanding food product at the Weinan Regional Culinary and Snack Exhibition in March 1982. The pancake has a golden-yellow hue, a crispy crust with a soft interior, and a delicious scallion flavor. The preparation of Lantian Scallion Pancake emphasizes fermentation, kneading, and proofing. Kneading the dough is the key step. The dough must be soft, not...
Gaocuan Steamed Buns of Lantian: A wheat-flour product, said to have been created by Emperor Gaozu of Han, Liu Bang, and widely popular on the Bailuyuan Plateau in Lantian. The buns are fragrant, chewy, and enjoyed by people of all ages. Gaocuan Steamed Buns were one of the staple foods of the common folk in the Guanzhong region of Shaanxi during the Ming and Qing dynasties. They are a wheat-flour product, said to have been created by Emperor Gaozu of Han, Liu Bang, and widely popular on the Bailuyuan Plateau in Lantian...
Louzhu Handmade Hollow Noodles are named after Louzhu Village in Lantian. The village is located about 2 kilometers north of Yushan Town, where roughly eight out of ten households make a living by producing these handmade hollow noodles. The noodles are made from premium wheat flour, mixed with salted water and kneaded until they achieve both softness and resilience. They are then hand-stretched into strands as fine as hair, with a hollow center. These noodles are chewy and resilient, and their mouthfeel...
Lantian Crystal Cake: A famous snack from Shaanxi, produced in Lantian County. It enjoys a high reputation among the public, on par with Xi’an’s Demaogong. The finished cake is delicate and unique, with an all-yellow surface and snow-white edges. It has a crispy crust, rich filling, smooth and fragrant taste, oily but not greasy, sweet yet not cloying, and boasts a strong aroma of rose and citrus peel. It has been awarded national honors such as National Quality Product,...
Lantian Puff Pastry Cake: The cake is white with a hint of yellow, its fat glistening crystal-clear like fine gauze or cicada wings. It boasts a fragrant and mellow flavor that vanishes in the wind, melts in the mouth, and disperses at the first bite—soft, fluffy, rich, and long-lasting in taste. During the Qing Dynasty, the renowned Shaanxi chef Hou Zhirong made this puff pastry cake for Empress Dowager Cixi’s birthday banquet, earning her high praise. Ever since then, it has been passed down...
Lantian Vinegar Noodles: Made from premium flour and vinegar residue. The finished product has a pleasantly sour taste, helps reduce internal heat, improve vision, and cool down in hot weather—making it a popular summer dish. The method of making vinegar noodles is similar to that of liangpi (cold skin), but the ingredients are quite different. It has an excellent flavor and higher nutritional value than liangpi. Lantian Vinegar Noodles are made from premium flour and vinegar dregs. The final product is sour and delicious, with benefits such as clearing heat, improving eyesight, and cooling the body...
Blue Field Buckwheat and Wheat Héluò: The Blue Field buckwheat and wheat héluò noodles are fine in texture, bright yellow in color, soft yet chewy, and fragrant with a refreshing taste. With low sugar content and high dietary fiber, they aid digestion and are notably beneficial for diabetes. This dish is a famous snack from Shaanxi. Buckwheat is a relatively common crop on the Loess Plateau and is regarded as the second among the five grains. …
In summer and autumn, local residents gather the green, pollution-free millet sprout leaves from the Qinling Mountains, dry them, then place them in a basin. Boiling water is added, and once slightly cooled, they are vigorously kneaded. After removing the stems and impurities, the mixture is placed in a clean dish. Once cooled, it becomes gelatinous. It is then cut into pieces and seasoned with garlic, vinegar, and chili oil. Shenxian Powder has a bitter taste that clears the liver and reduces internal heat…
Lantian jade artifacts are objects carved from Lantian jade, a specialty of Lantian, known as the "hometown of jade carving." These items fall into several categories, including handicrafts, jewelry, and practical objects. The name "Lantian jade" first appeared in the *Book of Han · Treatise on Geography*, which records that the fine jade was produced in "Lantian Mountain, north of the capital (present-day northern Xi'an)." Later, ancient texts such as the *Book of the Later Han · Biographies of Empresses and Imperial Consorts*, Zhang Heng’s *Rhapsody on the Western Capital*,...
Bao Yuan Dried Tofu is a specialty from Bao Yuan Town, Lantian County, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province. This dried tofu is fragrant, delicious, and highly nutritious. It is low in cholesterol and fat, and has health benefits such as reducing blood lipids, softening blood vessels, and preventing arteriosclerosis. It is especially popular among middle-aged and elderly people, and has remained a bestseller since its introduction to the market. In Lantian County, when it comes to local specialties...
Huaxu Giant Ginkgo — Legend has it that during the creation of the world by Fuxi and Nüwa, they gained divine inspiration after eating century-old ginkgo fruits from a large tree planted by their mother, A’shi. This enlightenment enabled them to obtain the Yellow River Map and the Luo River Writing, create the Eight Trigrams, invent writing, refine stones to mend the sky, and lay the foundation of ancient Chinese civilization. Lantian’s ginkgo cultivation has a long history, covering an area of 35,000 mu with a yield of 3...
Gizza was originally a food made from glutinous rice (sticky rice) by people in southern China. However, in Shangzhou, Shaanxi, our gizza is not made from glutinous rice but from potatoes. It is one of the staple foods for people in Zhenba and Zuoshui during summer and autumn, locally referred to as "tiaohe fan" (harmonized meal). It is said to be comparable to the wheat and rice dishes of the Guanzhong region. …
Features: The sour soup is uniquely prepared, with a deliciously tangy and aromatic flavor that invites savoring. Main ingredients: flour, minced meat filling, vegetable stuffing, seasonings. Brief introduction: Acidic soup dumplings are an ancient and flavorful snack with a history of over 1,000 years. These lamb dumplings are served in a specially prepared sour soup...
Since the 1950s, Lantian County has introduced and cultivated Western sweet cherries. In recent years, the main varieties planted include Hongdeng, Lapins, and Van, which are high-quality new types. The early-maturing Hongdeng variety ripens in early May, producing large fruits with an average weight of 9.6 grams per cherry. They are kidney-shaped, with thick, short stems. The skin is red...