Agate Ginkgo Nuts
A traditional Chinese dessert featuring ginkgo nuts coated in caramelized sugar, resembling agate stones, with a soft and chewy texture and osmanthus fragrance.
Vegetarian Ham (Su Huo Tui)
Vegetarian ham is a classic plant-based dish, made from dried tofu skin through seasoning, rolling, steaming, and optional smoking. It boasts a red-brown color, clear layers, a firm chewy texture, and a savoury aroma with a subtle smoky hint. Perfect as a cold appetizer or added to stir-fries, this is a must-try for vegan diners.
Silver Lung in Milky Broth
Silver Lung in Milky Broth is a classic Shandong soup dish. The creamy white broth resembles milk, and the pig lung is tender and melts in the mouth. Combined with ham, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms, it yields rich flavors and nutrition, making it an ideal delicacy for banquets.
Salt-Baked Chicken (Yan Ju Ji)
A Hakka classic from Guangdong, this dish uses a crust of coarse salt to slowly cook the chicken, sealing in its natural juices. The result is golden, savory skin and incredibly tender, succulent meat, infused with the delicate aroma of sand ginger and salt. A must-try for festive dinners.