Food & Cuisine
106 articlesThe Bund
The Bund is a famous waterfront area in central Shanghai, known for its historic colonial architecture and financial significance.
Tea Ceremony
Tea Ceremony is a cultural practice focused on the appreciation of tea aesthetics and its philosophical significance.
Beijing Roast Duck
A renowned Chinese dish with centuries of history, known for its crispy skin and tender meat.
Qinghai Lake
Qinghai Lake is the largest lake in China and the largest saline lake in Asia, located on the northeastern Tibetan Plateau.
Namtso Lake
Namtso is a sacred alpine lake in Tibet, renowned as one of the highest saltwater lakes in the world.
Kitchen God
The Kitchen God is a deity in Chinese folk religion who oversees household affairs and reports to the Jade Emperor.
Compendium of Materia Medica
A comprehensive Chinese medical encyclopedia compiled by Li Shizhen during the Ming Dynasty.
Nanjing Confucius Temple
A historic Confucian temple complex in Nanjing, China, featuring traditional architecture, cultural significance, and the famous Qinhuai River scenery.
Kung Pao Chicken
A traditional Chinese dish of stir-fried chicken with peanuts and vegetables, known for its balance of spicy, sweet, and savory flavors.
Dunhuang City
Dunhuang is a historic city in Gansu province, renowned for its ancient Silk Road heritage and cultural significance.
Lanzhou Beef Noodles
A traditional Chinese noodle dish originating from Lanzhou, known for its distinctive preparation methods and cultural significance.
Huangjiu
Huangjiu is a traditional Chinese fermented rice wine with a history spanning over 8,000 years.
Tangyuan (Rice Dumplings)
Tangyuan are traditional Chinese rice dumplings served in sweet broth, symbolizing family reunion and consumed during festivals.
Laba Festival
The Laba Festival is a traditional Chinese holiday celebrated on the eighth day of the twelfth lunar month with cultural significance and various customs.
Moon Cake
Moon Cake is a traditional Chinese pastry enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, symbolizing family reunion.
Chinese Cured Meats (Lawei)
Traditional Chinese preserved meats prepared through salting, drying, and smoking techniques.
Empress Dowager Cixi
Empress Dowager Cixi was a powerful and influential ruler of China during the late Qing dynasty who effectively controlled the Chinese government for 47 years.
Jianzhen
Chinese Buddhist monk who propagated Buddhism and Chinese culture in Japan during the Tang Dynasty.
Zisha Teapot
A traditional Chinese teapot made from Yixing clay, renowned for its unique properties and cultural significance.
Guilin Karst Landscape
The iconic karst topography of Guilin, characterized by dramatic limestone peaks and rivers, represents one of China's most famous natural landscapes.