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Listening to the Rhythm by West Lake

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Last updated 2026-11-13 —    After Su Dongpo was demoted and exiled to Huizhou, most of his wives and concubines left him, but his concubine Wang Chaoyun stayed faithfully by his side. Skilled in song, dance, and music, Wang often played the pipa and recited poetry to melodies beneath the Sizhou Pagoda by Huizhou’s West Lake. Deeply moved by these moments, Su created this dish, “Pipa Shrimp,” using shrimp as the main ingredient...

Listening to the Rhythm by West Lake

     After Su Dongpo was demoted and exiled to Huizhou, most of his wives and concubines left him, but his concubine Wang Chaoyun stayed faithfully by his side. Skilled in song, dance, and music, Wang often played the pipa and recited poetry to melodies beneath the Sizhou Pagoda by Huizhou’s West Lake. Deeply moved by these moments, Su created this dish, “Pipa Shrimp,” using shrimp as the main ingredient, to symbolize the harmony between kindred spirits, fine cuisine, beautiful scenery, and elegant music.

  Features: Fresh and delicious, with a refreshing, tender, and smooth texture.

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