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Huangshan Day 3: Enchanting Emerald Valley & Nutritious Mountain Cuisine

July 11, 2024 / Chicken, Chinese Food, Fish, Huangshan, Mild and Soothing, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Tofu, Vegetables

In our latest update from our journey through the stunning mountainous region of Huangshan in China’s Anhui Province, we’re delighted to introduce you to the enchanting Emerald Valley before we dive into the culinary highlight of our (food) trip. The Emerald Valley Scenic Area (翡翠谷风景区) in Huangshan is a picturesque nature reserve located in the […]

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Huangshan Day 2: Discover Hongcun’s Ancient Beauty and Rustic Flavors

Leave a Comment / June 12, 2024 / Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dumplings, Huangshan, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Welcome back to part two of our journey to Huangshan! In our last instalment, we explored the majestic mountains, gave you some hiking tips and introduced you to the culinary delights of Anhui Province and the Huangshan region. Today I’m taking you to Hongcun, one of the most famous and undoubtedly the most beautiful villages

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Huangshan Day 1: Majestic Peaks & Authentic Mountain Cuisine

Leave a Comment / May 22, 2024 / Chinese Food, Fish, Huangshan, Pork, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Tofu, Vegetables

It’s off to China again – this time to the picturesque mountainous region of Huangshan. Just a few hours by train from the bustling metropolises of Shanghai, Wuhan, Nanjing or Beijing, it’s the perfect place for a weekend getaway. If you’re heading to one of these cities and are looking for inspiration, a trip to

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Sacred Serenity Meets Savory Sensation: Jing’an Temple and Chaoshan Hotpot

Leave a Comment / March 6, 2024 / Beef, Chinese Food, Hotpot, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Offal, Shanghai, Tofu, Vegetables

In a previous blog post, we explored Shanghai together. I introduced you to the world-famous waterfront promenade, The Bund, the bustling Nanjing East Road, and a typical Yunnan restaurant. Today, we will explore another fascinating attraction in the heart of the city. Furthermore, I would like to introduce you to the ‘Silk Metropolis’ Shanghai. Lastly,

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Enchanting Shanghai: Rediscovering the City and it’s Culinary Secrets After 5 Years Abroad

Leave a Comment / February 3, 2024 / Beef, Chinese Food, Fish, Noodles, Offal, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Shanghai, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Vegetables

Shanghai – the city where I had the pleasure to spend wonderful years – still fascinates me after many years. A leisurely stroll along the picturesque tree-lined avenues in the French Concession, the hustle and bustle in the subways, and the impressive atmosphere in Pudong are still vivid in my memory. Now, after 5 years

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Unveiling the Charm of Jianghan Pedestrian Street: A guide to the vibrant food scene of Wuhan’s most famous shopping street

Leave a Comment / November 3, 2023 / Barbecue, Chinese Food, Dessert, Lamb, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Snails, Spicy, Wuhan

Join us on our culinary journey as we embark on our third and, for the time being, final exploration of the vibrant streetfood scene in Wuhan. Our destination for today is the famous Jianghan Pedestrian Street – a vibrant Chinese avenue adorned with colourful lights and bustling with people. We will delve into the hidden

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A Taste of Haidilao Amidst European-Themed Shopping Splendor

Leave a Comment / October 29, 2023 / Beef, Chinese Food, Fish, Frog Legs, Hotpot, Lamb, Noodles, Offal, Spicy, Tofu, Vegetables, Wuhan

Another day in Wuhan and another amazing food adventure! This time we head to the Optics Valley on the east side of Wuhan, visit a stunning European themed shopping street and end the day with a feast at one of the world’s most famous hotpot restaurants – Haidilao. The East Lake High-Tech Development Zone, or

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Exploring Wuhan’s Stunning Icon and Hubuxiang Food Market’s Culinary Delights

Leave a Comment / October 19, 2023 / Barbecue, Chinese Food, Dessert, Dumplings, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spicy, Tofu, Wuhan

In today’s post, we will introduce you to one of most famous landmarks in Wuhan – the Yellow Crane Tower – and the nearby Hubuxiang Food Market – one of the most popular markets for locals. But first things first. Why visit Wuhan? A megacity of more than 11 million people, Wuhan is located in

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