Food & Cuisine
45 articlesLijiang Old Town
A UNESCO World Heritage site with over 800 years of history, showcasing unique Naxi architecture and culture in Yunnan Province, China.
The Han Dynasty
The Han Dynasty (202 BCE-220 CE) was an imperial dynasty of China that succeeded the Qin Dynasty and preceded the Three Kingdoms period.
Su Shi
Su Shi was a prominent writer, poet, calligrapher, and statesman of the Song Dynasty, renowned for his literary achievements and political career.
Zongzi: Traditional Chinese Rice Dumplings
Zongzi are traditional Chinese rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo or reed leaves, historically associated with the Dragon Boat Festival.
Mapo Tofu
Mapo Tofu is a famous Sichuan dish characterized by its spicy, numbing flavor and tender tofu cubes.
Tofu
Tofu is a food prepared by coagulating soy milk and pressing the resulting curds into solid white blocks of varying softness.
Moon Cake
Moon Cake is a traditional Chinese pastry enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, symbolizing family reunion.
Zisha Teapot
A traditional Chinese teapot made from Yixing clay, renowned for its unique properties and cultural significance.
Xiaolongbao
Xiaolongbao, or small steamed buns, are a traditional Chinese delicacy known for their thin skin and flavorful soup filling.
Tea Ceremony
Tea Ceremony is a cultural practice focused on the appreciation of tea aesthetics and its philosophical significance.
Chinese Calligraphy
Chinese calligraphy is a traditional art form using brush and ink to create aesthetically pleasing writing.
Li Shimin
Li Shimin, posthumously known as Emperor Taizong of Tang, was the second emperor of the Tang dynasty and one of the most influential rulers in Chinese history.
Xia Dynasty
The Xia Dynasty is traditionally considered China's first dynasty, marking the transition from prehistoric to ancient Chinese civilization.
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.
Old Beijing Noodles with Soybean Paste
Traditional Beijing dish featuring wheat noodles with fermented soybean paste and seasonal vegetables.
Dragon Boat Festival
A traditional Chinese festival celebrated on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month with dragon boat racing and eating zongzi.
Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Preservation
Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Preservation is a comprehensive approach to maintaining health, preventing disease, and promoting longevity through various practices rooted in ancient wisdom.
Qixi Festival
The Qixi Festival, also known as the Double Seventh Festival, is a traditional Chinese holiday with origins dating back over 3,000 years.
Jianzhen
Chinese Buddhist monk who propagated Buddhism and Chinese culture in Japan during the Tang Dynasty.
Mid-Autumn Festival
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese celebration marking the harvest moon and family reunion.