Cured meat, also known as smoked meat, is a specialty of Zhen'an in Shangluo and a traditional delicacy used by locals for hosting guests and giving gifts. Every winter during the lunar months of December and January, every household in Zhen'an makes cured meat. Fresh meat is first marinated with various seasonings, undergoes multiple processing steps, and is finally slowly smoked over fire. The cured meat has a consistent color and texture inside and out. Once cooked and sliced, it becomes transparent and shiny,...
Walnuts, also known as "hetao," are deciduous trees of the Juglandaceae family and are classified as oilseed crops. According to the Ming Dynasty pharmacologist Li Shizhen's *Compendium of Materia Medica*, walnut kernels have the effects of "invigorating qi and nourishing blood, moistening dryness and resolving phlegm, benefiting the life gate, regulating the triple burner, and warming the lungs and intestines." Traditional Chinese medicine often uses them to warm the lungs and nourish kidneys, treating conditions such as wheezing, coughing, kidney deficiency, and pain in the lower back and legs. They are often...
This product is made from high-quality wild sugarcane using traditional brewing methods, with a fermentation agent of pure grain koji. The alcohol content is around 40%. Liquor is the essence of grains—moderate consumption benefits health, but excessive drinking harms it…
Zhen'an large chestnuts have earned their reputation for their large size, sweet and crisp texture, and high starch content. As early as the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, merchants in ancient Chinese cities such as Beijing, Chang’an (today’s Xi’an), Taiyuan, and Luoyang were already branding their product as “Zhen'an Sugar-Fried Large Chestnuts.” The Zhen'an chestnut tree is an indigenous species, growing naturally...
Black fungus, historically known as "Shangluo Ear," is a natural edible mushroom with a long history. The *Supplementary Shang Records* state: "The mountains are abundant with oak trees, and locals harvest black fungus. In recent years, it has been packaged and transported by land and water to Xianghan, where it is sold as Yun Ear at twice the price of Sichuan Ear." This shows that Shangluo black fungus has been as renowned as Yun Ear since ancient times, enjoying a long-standing reputation. It is an excellent choice for entertaining guests and giving as gifts...
Zhen'an large chestnuts have earned acclaim for their large size, sweet and crisp texture, and high starch content. As early as the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, merchants in ancient Chinese cities such as Beijing, Chang’an (now Xi'an), Taiyuan, and Luoyang were already branding their product as “Zhen'an Candied Large Chestnuts.” Zhen'an chestnut trees are native species, naturally growing as…
Shanyang walnuts have a cultivation history of over 1,000 years. According to the *Shanyang County Annals*, as early as the Han Dynasty, they were diligently planted by local residents. The *Records of Natural History*, which states “When Zhang Qian returned from the Western Regions, he brought back walnut seeds,” also confirms that walnut cultivation in Shaanxi originated in the Han Dynasty. In the Shanyang flower-drum opera *Lü Dongbin Dispensing Medicine*, there is a line that says “…”, from which it can be inferred that by the Tang Dynasty, Shanyang already had large-scale walnut plantations. *The Extended Commentary on Materia Medica* records: “Walnuts are abundant in the Shaanxi–Luoyang region.” The *Directly-Controlled Shangzhou Annals* also note: “Among all the fruits of Shangluo, none surpass the walnut.” In the 1950s, walnuts earned the praise of Chairman Mao Zedong, who specifically mentioned them in his *Sixty Articles on Work Guidelines*, calling for their promotion nationwide.
Shangnan peanuts are a specialty of Shangnan County in Shangluo City, Shaanxi Province. Peanuts are one of the county’s major cash crops and also one of the five key agricultural industries prioritized for development — namely tea, livestock, fruit, oil, and medicinal herbs. As a primary oilseed crop in Shangnan, peanuts are mainly grown in the low-mountain valleys along the “312” National Highway and along the Danjiang River...
The dough is kneaded repeatedly, allowed to rest, and then shaped into buns. The crust is thin with many layers, firm yet elastic. When eaten cold, it's crispy without sticking, has a sweet aftertaste, and keeps well for a long time. …
Shangluo black fungus, historically known as “Shangluo Ear,” has long been praised as a delicacy among mountain specialties. Throughout history, the people of Shangzhou have regarded “Shangluo Ear” as an esteemed gift, and merchants visiting Shangzhou considered it a great honor to enjoy this delicacy. Hence, there is the saying: “When guests come from afar, serve them Shangluo Ear, let them savor this rare treat, and repay them with this mountain delicacy…”
Yungai Temple dried noodles are a specialty of Zhen’an County, Shangluo City, Shaanxi Province. Produced in Yungai Temple Town, Zhen’an County, these noodles are a well-known local product. The noodles are made entirely by hand through multiple processes including dough mixing, fermentation, noodle rolling, coiling, hanging, sweating, stretching, and sun-drying. The resulting noodles can be as thin as hair or as thick as skewers…
Xiangyuan Wuya is a specialty of Zhen'an County, Shangluo City, Shaanxi Province. This tea is renowned for its dark green color, rich chestnut aroma, long-lasting sweetness, and elegant appearance. The leaves are tender, glossy, and bright green, with a pleasant fragrance, mellow taste, and beautiful flat, straight shape. When brewed, the tea liquor is clear and golden-yellow, emitting a strong chestnut aroma and offering a sweet aftertaste...
Lingou Rice is a specialty of Lingou Village, Xikou Town, Zhen’an County, Shangluo City, Shaanxi Province. The red rice from Lingou has a meaty-red hue, plump grains, and a fragrant aroma. When cooked, it instantly emits a rich fragrance. Once steamed and the pot is uncovered, the room fills with an inviting scent. With each bite, its sweet and long-lasting taste lingers. Grown in Lingou Village, Xikou Town, Zhen’an County, this rice was once known as "tribute rice." In 1900…
Muwang Chopping Board Meat features cured pork that is carefully selected, cooked, and sliced. It is served with garlic chili sauce. The meat has a bright, vibrant color—yellow tinged with red—and is rich yet not greasy, lean yet not dry, excelling in color, aroma, taste, and presentation. …
Zhen'an Danma Stone Zhen'an produces a unique type of stone that is particularly beautiful. Enthusiasts of unusual stones invited experts to conduct geological appraisals, and it was identified as Danma Stone. Research revealed that Danma Stone originally came from Danma Township in Qinghai Province, hence its name. At the Second Xi'an International Stone Expo, Zhen'an Danma Stones swept the gold, silver, and bronze awards, causing quite a stir...
Shangluo Salvia miltiorrhiza is a variety of traditional Chinese medicinal herbs, a specialty of Shangluo City in Shaanxi Province, and a national geographical indication product of China. The root of Shangluo Salvia miltiorrhiza is used for medicinal purposes. It has the effects of promoting blood circulation to regulate menstruation, removing blood stasis to relieve pain, cooling blood to reduce abscesses, clearing the heart to relieve restlessness, nourishing blood, and calming the spirit. It is renowned for its “excellent characteristics such as good appearance and shape, high ingredient content, relatively pure quality, and very uniform branching.”
Belonging to the genus Castanea in the family Fagaceae, it is one of the main cultivated varieties among the world’s more than ten edible chestnut species, and is also the earliest economically utilized tree crop in China. Excavations at the Banpo site in Xi’an have uncovered large quantities of chestnut remnants, indicating that as early as 6,000 years ago, our ancestors began consuming chestnuts. In 1951, the Nanjing Museum discovered at the Hushu cultural site chestnuts used for copper smelting and pottery firing dating back 3,600 years. Ancient texts such as the Book of Songs and the Analects of Confucius frequently mention chestnuts, including the statement “In Yan and Qin, a thousand trees of chestnuts… made their owners as prosperous as lords of a thousand households,” which clearly illustrates the significant role of chestnuts in the ancient economy. Tang Dynasty physician Sun Simiao said, “The chestnut is the fruit of the kidney—those with kidney ailments should eat it.” A Tang poem reads: “In old age, one suffers increasingly from back and leg pain; yet the mountain elder revives with the old chestnut remedy.” Chestnuts are rich in nutrients such as starch, fat, protein, vitamins, and more. The straight-chain starch in their starch content far surpasses that of rice and wheat. Particularly notable is the substance glucose-glucoside 3, which has significant benefits for strengthening the stomach and kidneys, making it an ideal tonic for the elderly and children. Laboratory analysis shows that the flesh contains 37.61%–42.23% starch, 30.48%–33% soluble sugar, and 6.13%–10.0% protein. It also includes 0.37%–0.52% nitrate nitrogen, 0.04%–0.12% phosphorus, along with essential mineral elements for the human body such as calcium, magnesium, boron, zinc, manganese, and iron. Most chestnut production is located in mountainous regions with minimal environmental pollution, making it an ideal green health food.
First developed in Diancang Mountain, Dali County, Yunnan Province, China, it is named "Dali marble" because Diancang Mountain is located within Dali County. Marble has a wide range of uses and is an essential decorative material in many high-end buildings. In China’s capital, the Forbidden City in Beijing, the ornamental columns at Tiananmen, the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in Guangzhou, as well as many upscale and luxurious...
"Fine wine in a luminous cup," "Every household sees its drunken guests home." In our land where "no ceremony is complete without wine," Danfeng Wine stands out above all. The local saying, "Passing through Longju Zhai, you’ll drink and forget to eat," refers to this very wine. Danfeng Wine boasts a ruby-red hue; it is crystal clear, with a flavor that is pleasant yet not cloying, refreshing yet not thin, rich yet not heavy, cool…
The takin is a rare animal native to western China. Due to its large body size — weighing up to 300 kilograms — and bovine appearance, local residents in its habitat call it the "wild ox." When fully grown, its horns twist backward, which is why it is also known as the "twisted-horn antelope."