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Wudang Dao Tea
Basic Introduction to Wudang Dao TeaWudang Dao Tea is produced in the Wudang Mountains of Northwest Hubei, which are a world-famous Taoist holy site, one of the main origins of Chinese tea, and the core water source area for the central route of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project. The tea gardens are mainly located in the high mountains at an altitude of 500m-1000m, with excellent ecological conditions and natural advantages. They are designated as a priority tea production area by the Ministry of Agriculture and are known for producing high-aromatic green tea and organic tea. The region has been honored with the titles of "China's Eco-Organic Tea Hometown" and "China's Dao Tea Culture Hometown," and it is a protected geographical indication product. Nutritional ValueFirstly, drinking tea can cure illnesses. In medical texts, tea is referred to as "Ming." It is said that most Taoists are knowledgeable about medicine, and they pay great attention to the medicinal value of Dao Tea. Throughout history, many Taoists have used tea to treat ailments in the mystical Wudang Mountains.Secondly, drinking tea promotes health and fitness. Tea can clear the mind, refresh the spirit, improve vision, and quench thirst. As a beverage, it has multiple… -
Aerial view of Zangke river scenic area in SW China
This aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2024 shows a view of the Zangke river scenic area in Liupanshui, southwest China's Guizhou Province. ( tasteallchina /Tao Liang) This aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2024 shows a view of the Zangke river scenic area in Liupanshui, southwest China's Guizhou Province. ( tasteallchina /Tao Liang) This aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2024 shows a view of the Zangke river scenic area in Liupanshui, southwest China's Guizhou Province. ( tasteallchina /Tao Liang) This aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2024 shows a view of the Zangke river scenic area in Liupanshui, southwest China's Guizhou Province. ( tasteallchina /Tao Liang) This aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2024 shows a view of the Zangke river scenic area in Liupanshui, southwest China's Guizhou Province. ( tasteallchina /Tao Liang) This aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2024 shows a view of the Zangke river scenic area in Liupanshui, southwest China's Guizhou Province. ( tasteallchina /Tao Liang) This aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2024 shows a view of the Zangke river scenic area in Liupanshui, southwest China's Guizhou Province. ( tasteallchina /Tao Liang) This aerial drone photo… -
International journalists explore centuries-old commercial district in Shenzhen
Dongmen Old Street, dating back to the middle of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), stands as the oldest commercial area in Shenzhen, south China’s Guangdong Province. Before Shenzhen's establishment as a city, “Shenzhen” referred only to the current Dongmen area, originally named Shenzhen Old Market. In 1979, with the birth of the city, the area was renamed Dongmen Old Street. In December 2022, the Shenzhen government initiated the renovation and upgrading of Dongmen Old Street. The project aims to blend cultural heritage with commerce and industry, shaping the district's future. -
Lungchang Terracotta
Basic Introduction to Lungchang Terracotta The Lungchang Terracotta factories are mainly distributed in the Shiyangqiao Town, with over a hundred of them. The unique natural eco-friendly terracotta clay in this area, combined with handcrafted and traditional methods, results in terracotta products that are acid and alkali-resistant, have good breathability, and do not leak. Terracotta products are widely used, including pickle jars, flower pots, water containers, wine jars and bottles, among others. Product Characteristics (1) Rustic elegance, fine terracotta texture, bluish color, rich hue, and glossy glaze. (2) A loud, crisp sound when struck, with a pleasant aftertone. (3) Good breathability without leakage over long-term use and excellent load-bearing capacity. Historical and Folk Customs The production of Lungchang Terracotta has a history of more than 600 years. Its production process includes making clay, forming, glazing, and firing. In the Shiyangqiao Town area of Sichuan’s Lungchang, a unique Han Chinese terracotta culture has formed, with almost every household using terracotta products for storing water, wine, pickles, and more. Many locals have been running this “iron rice bowl” business from generation to generation. Manufacturing Method From making kiln tables (used to hold the terracotta during firing), preparing clay, forming, glazing, to firing, it… -
152-year-old White Pagoda Temple Pharmacy Transforms into a “Fun Pharmacy,” Creating a “Museum-like” Traditional Chinese Medicine Experience
The check-in area showcases various traditional Chinese medicines (TCM) and classic prescriptions, while the interactive experience area demonstrates traditional TCM techniques. Recently, the White Pagoda Temple Pharmacy on Fuchengmen Nei Street has been refreshed, breaking away from the conventional pharmacy format to become a "fun pharmacy" where customers can experience TCM culture up close. Additionally, by hosting diverse TCM educational activities in the pharmacy at irregular intervals, it has adopted a pharmacy + "museum-like" model. "This is an innovative new attempt," said a spokesperson for Beijing White Pagoda Temple Pharmacy. Creating a "Museum-like" Traditional Chinese Medicine Space The White Pagoda Temple Pharmacy, established in 1872, has a 152-year history, originally known as Qi Hui Tang and Da He Tang. The pharmacy has undergone several renovations throughout its history. In 1953, Qi Hui Tang and Da He Tang pharmacies were nationalized and became the Second Branch of the Beijing Corporation of China Pharmaceutical Company. At the end of the 1970s, the "State-Owned Second Branch" and the Xicheng District Herbal Medicine Company built a five-story building on the original site, which reopened in 1980 as the White Pagoda Temple Pharmacy. In 2013, to align with the renovation of the Fuju Scenic Cultural… -
Kurla Pear
Basic Introduction to Kurla PearThe Kurla Pear (Pyrus sinkiangensis yu) is known in the Uyghur language as Naximit or Naxiputi. It is native to the southern Xinjiang region, particularly in Bayingolin Mongol Autonomous Prefecture and Aksu, where it has been cultivated for over 1,300 years, making it an ancient and excellent local variety. The city of Kurla in Bayingolin has the largest planting area, covering around 24,000 mu (approximately 16 square kilometers), with an annual yield exceeding one thousand tons. It is exported to countries and regions such as the United States, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and Macau. This variety is named for its superior quality, and the Kurla Pear is a highly regional and exceptional variety, considered one of the best local pear varieties in the region and the country. Nutritional ValueThe Kurla Pear is high in nutritional value, containing sugars, amino acids, vitamins, and various carbohydrates at 14%, with water content at 86%. Its sugar content is 10%, acid at 0.03%, and ash at 0.12%. In every 100 grams of Kurla Pear, there is approximately 4.3 milligrams of Vitamin C, along with glucose, fruit acids, and multiple trace elements, with 83.6% of the fruit being edible. In addition… -
Kunyu Mountain Chestnuts
Basic Introduction to Kunyu Mountain ChestnutsKunyu Mountain Chestnuts are a specialty of Wendeng District, Weihai City, Shandong Province, and are protected under the national agricultural product geographical indication. The geographical indication application for protection covers an area within the Wendeng District of Weihai City, from Dianzitou Village in Jieshi Town in the north, to Wolong Village in Zhangjiachan Town in the east, to Wanjiazhai Village in Xiaoguan Town in the south, and to Xitanjia Kou Village in Gejia Town in the west. It spans 359 administrative villages across six towns—Gejia, Jieshi, Songcun, Zetou, Zhangjiachan, and Xiaoguan—as well as Huanshan Subdistrict.Kunyu Mountain Chestnuts are a distinctive type of nut in the Wendeng District of Weihai City. They have medium-sized husks, heart-shaped fruits with tender yellow flesh that is finely textured, sweet, and fragrant, with a uniform shape. The outer skin is crisp and thin, blackish-brown in color, not particularly glossy, and can be easily peeled open with a fingernail without sticking to the flesh. Chestnuts can be eaten raw for their crisp sweetness, or stir-fried for a fragrant flavor. They can also be ground into flour or made into various dishes and pastries. Kunyu Mountain Chestnuts are popular due to their… -
Xuefeng Honey Tangerine
Basic Introduction to Xuefeng Honey TangerineXuefeng Honey Tangerine is a specialty of Dongkou County, Hunan Province, and is protected as a Chinese national geographical indication product. The geographical indication product protection area for Xuefeng Honey Tangerine covers the current administrative regions of 14 townships in Dongkou County, Hunan Province: Laotian Town, Shuidong Township, Shizhu Township, Shanmen Town, Shijiang Town, Huangqiao Town, Yanglin Township, Gaosha Town, Zhushi Town, Huagu Township, Yanshan Township, Dongkou Town, Yulan Town, and Huayuan Town.Xuefeng Honey Tangerine is also known as "Seedless Honey Tangerine." Its main varieties include Gongben, Shiwun, Nannan No.1, Shanyaxia Hong, Koushin, Gongkan, Nangan No.20, and Tachibana, among others. They are characterized by bright color, thin skin with abundant juice, uniform segments, tender and crisp flesh, rich sweetness, and the aroma of honey. Eating them is refreshing and leaves a lasting aftertaste. In the early 1970s, after being reviewed and approved by Premier Zhou Enlai, they were exported under the "Xuefeng Honey Tangerine" trademark, hence the name.The Xuefeng Honey Tangerine has high sugar content and low acidity, seedless flesh that is fresh and delicious, and strong resistance to adverse conditions. It bears fruit early, yields high production, and stores well. The fruit contains abundant… -
Shitai Xiangya
Basic Introduction to Shitai Xiangya "Shitai Xiangya" is the public brand of green tea from Shitai County, with a total tea garden area of 80,000 mu and an output of around 2,500 tons. Nutritional Value Green tea helps delay aging. Tea polyphenols have strong antioxidant properties and physiological activity, making them scavengers of free radicals in the human body. Research has shown that 1 milligram of tea polyphenol can eliminate harmful excess free radicals in the human body as effectively as 9 micrograms of superoxide dismutase, far surpassing other similar substances. Tea polyphenols can interrupt lipid peroxidation reactions and clear active enzymes. According to the test results of Dr. Akeda Takayuki of Japan, the anti-aging effect of tea polyphenols is 18 times stronger than that of vitamin E. Green tea helps suppress cardiovascular diseases. Tea polyphenols play a significant role in human fat metabolism. High levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in the body lead to fatty deposits on the inner walls of blood vessels and the proliferation of smooth muscle cells, forming atherosclerotic plaques and other cardiovascular diseases. Green tea contains potent antioxidants and vitamin C, which not only clear free radicals in the body but also secrete hormones that… -
Tourists visit Fairy Mountain scenic area in Chongqing, SW China
Tourists have fun at the Fairy Mountain National Forest Park in Wulong District, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 22, 2024. Relying on its pleasant climate and beautiful natural environment, the Fairy Mountain scenic area, with an altitude of 1,100 to 2,033 meters, has become a popular destination for citizens to escape the sweltering summer heat. ( tasteallchina /Liu Chan) Tourists have fun at the Fairy Mountain National Forest Park in Wulong District, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 22, 2024. Relying on its pleasant climate and beautiful natural environment, the Fairy Mountain scenic area, with an altitude of 1,100 to 2,033 meters, has become a popular destination for citizens to escape the sweltering summer heat. ( tasteallchina /Liu Chan) An aerial drone photo taken on July 22, 2024 shows a view of the Fairy Mountain National Forest Park in Wulong District, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. Relying on its pleasant climate and beautiful natural environment, the Fairy Mountain scenic area, with an altitude of 1,100 to 2,033 meters, has become a popular destination for citizens to escape the sweltering summer heat. ( tasteallchina /Liu Chan) Tourists prepare to watch a performance "Impression Wulong" in Wulong District, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 22,… -
Mount Qingcheng and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System
Mount Qingcheng and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System are two state-level scenic attractions in China. Both are located west of Chengdu, the capital city of Sichuan Province. Mount Qingcheng, known as the fifth among the most famous Taoist mountains of China, is one of the places where Taoism came into being. With the snow-covered Mingshan Mountain in the background and the Chuanxi Plainin front, the evergreen Mount Qingcheng covers an area of over 120 kilometers. Altogether it has 36 peaks covered with thick forests of trees and bamboo, 72 caves and 108 scenic spots. It gets its name from the way the peaks resemble the structure of a city wall. The name Qingcheng means green city. Damian Mountain is its main peak and the Master's Cave (Tianshitong) serves as its pivot. The mountain is well known for its serene scenery that contains halls and temples shaded by forests and enhanced by interesting legends and anecdotes.The Dujiangyan Irrigation System is a pearl in the water works construction of ancient China. Built over 2,200 years ago, it still provides benefits for the people. The irrigation system was erected on the Minjiang River at the foot of Yulei Mountain, northwest of Dujiangyan City in Sichuan Province. Here the Minjiang River, after being joined by… -
Ice rink opens to public in Tianjin, N China
People have fun at an ice rink in a public square of the Italian Style Area in Tianjin, north China, Dec. 9, 2023. The ice rink in downtown Tianjin's Italian-Style Area opened to the public Saturday, as a way to boost local winter tourism industry. ( tasteallchina /Sun Fanyue) People have fun at an ice rink in a public square of the Italian Style Area in Tianjin, north China, Dec. 9, 2023. The ice rink in downtown Tianjin's Italian-Style Area opened to the public Saturday, as a way to boost local winter tourism industry. ( tasteallchina /Sun Fanyue) A staff member puts skates in place at an ice rink in a public square of the Italian Style Area in Tianjin, north China, Dec. 9, 2023. The ice rink in downtown Tianjin's Italian-Style Area opened to the public Saturday, as a way to boost local winter tourism industry. ( tasteallchina /Sun Fanyue) People skate at an ice rink in a public square of the Italian Style Area in Tianjin, north China, Dec. 9, 2023. The ice rink in downtown Tianjin's Italian-Style Area opened to the public Saturday, as a way to boost local winter tourism industry. ( tasteallchina /Sun Fanyue) People… -
China to start construction of marine archaeology museum this year
QINGDAO, June 1 ( tasteallchina ) -- China will start construction of its national museum of marine archaeology this year in the eastern coastal city of Qingdao in Shandong Province, local government has confirmed. The museum will be built in the Qingdao Oceantec Valley with a planned area of 29,333 square meters and a total construction area of about 26,000 square meters, according to Qingdao authorities. The administration bureau of Qingdao Oceantec Valley has said that the museum, the first of its kind in China, will showcase China's marine archaeological history, achievements and ancient marine civilization with rare underwater cultural relics permanently displayed in the museum. In addition, the museum will serve as an important platform for public education and scientific research on marine archaeology, showcasing China's efforts to protect its underwater cultural heritage, according to the administration bureau. It added that four major exhibition areas will be set up, including the national archaeological research center exhibition area, the underwater archaeology restoration exhibition area, the underwater archaeology touring exhibition area, and the Qingdao marine archaeology exhibition area. The museum is also expected to contribute to Qingdao's efforts in promoting cultural relics conservation and archaeological work, and building a coastal tourism… -
Guzhen Peanuts
Basic Introduction to Guzhen PeanutsGuzhen, known as the "Hometown of Chinese Peanuts," is where almost every farmer grows peanuts. The peanut planting area in the county remains consistently around 500,000 mu (approximately).Guzhen peanuts are a famous specialty crop in Guzhen County, Bengbu City, Anhui Province. Peanuts are often referred to as "vegetable meat," with an oil content as high as 50%, excellent quality, and a fragrant aroma. Apart from being consumed directly, they are also used in industries such as printing and dyeing and papermaking. Peanuts are also a type of traditional Chinese medicine that can be used for malnutrition, digestive disorders, coughs with phlegm, and insufficient milk production. Peanut cultivation and management techniques are relatively sophisticated. Nutritional ValuePeanuts have very high nutritional value, containing abundant fat and protein. According to tests, the fat content in peanuts is 44-45%, the protein content is 24-36%, and sugar content is about 20%. They also contain vitamins such as thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin. The minerals content is also rich, especially containing essential amino acids that promote brain cell development and enhance memory functions. Product CharacteristicsGuzhen peanuts are well-known across the country and it is also the largest peanut trading market in Northern Anhui.… -
View of Baisha Lake scenic area in Akto County, NW China’s Xinjiang
An aerial drone photo taken on May 19, 2024 shows a view of the Baisha Lake scenic area in Akto County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. May 19 marks the China Tourism Day. ( tasteallchina /Yin Xingyu) This photo taken on May 19, 2024 shows a view of the Baisha Lake scenic area in Akto County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. May 19 marks the China Tourism Day. ( tasteallchina /Dai Ziluan) People visit the Baisha Lake scenic area in Akto County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 19, 2024. May 19 marks the China Tourism Day. ( tasteallchina /Yin Xingyu) An aerial drone photo taken on May 19, 2024 shows a view of the Baisha Lake scenic area in Akto County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. May 19 marks the China Tourism Day. ( tasteallchina /Yin Xingyu) An aerial drone photo taken on May 19, 2024 shows dancers performing at the opening event for the China Tourism Day at the Baisha Lake scenic area in Akto County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. May 19 marks the China Tourism Day. ( tasteallchina /Yin Xingyu) An aerial drone photo taken on May 19, 2024 shows a… -
He Feng Tea
Basic Introduction to He Feng TeaHe Feng Tea is a specialty of He Feng County, Hubei Province, and is a Chinese Geographical Indication product. He Feng County is located in the heart of the Wuling Mountain area, with a climate suitable for tea tree growth, making it an optimal environment for high-quality tea. The county has a long history of tea production, being a major producer of tribute tea and “Yi Hong” tea. The tea from He Feng features tight, fine, straight buds with a green color and silvery tips; its infusion is bright green, with a fresh, long-lasting aroma, a fresh and rich taste, and a tender, uniform base. It is naturally rich in selenium. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, it was offered as a tribute to the imperial court and exported to Western European countries, where the British called it "Queen's Tea." This tea has won awards such as the Grand Prize at the "Zhongcha Cup" and the Gold Award at the "Luyu Cup," and has been recognized as one of the "Top Ten Teas in Hubei Province." Product Characteristics(1) Sensory Features: The tea has tight, fine, straight buds with a green color and silvery tips, making… -
Prehistoric jadeware exhibition opens in China’s Chongqing
CHONGQING, Aug. 1 ( tasteallchina ) -- The Chongqing China Three Gorges Museum has launched a three-month-long exhibition on prehistoric jadeware from the Yangtze River basin. The exhibition, which opened in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality on July 27, covers an area of about 800 square meters and accommodates 305 pieces or sets of jadeware, including 32 first-class cultural relics. It consists of four sections, chronologically showcasing how prehistoric jadeware originated, developed, and prospered in the Yangtze River basin. The Yangtze River is an important cradle of the Chinese civilization and jade is one of the most representative elements of the Chinese culture. Since the 1930s, many prehistoric items of jadeware have been unearthed along the Yangtze River, showing the profound inheritance of jade culture along the river. "More than 90 percent of these artifacts were unearthed along the Yangtze River, with nearly half of the exhibits coming from archaeological institutions in such provincial regions as Chongqing, Hunan, Anhui and Zhejiang," said Xia Huogen, associate research librarian of the China Three Gorges Museum. -
Features of Mansong Pu’er Tea
Mansong Pu'er tea is produced in the northern part of Mengla County, Yunnan Province, within the Yibang tea mountain area. It mainly grows on Prince Mountain at an altitude of about 1,400 meters, covering an area of approximately 20 square kilometers. Historically, Mansong tea was designated as tribute tea, earning the names "Standing Tea" and "Upright Tea," which were greatly favored by emperors. When brewed, it stands upright and suspended in the cup, remaining undisturbed for a long time, symbolizing "officials paying homage" and "the eternal stability of the empire." The aroma of Mansong Pu'er tea is rich, with notes of greenish bitterness, floral and fruity sweetness, and orchid fragrance; its flavor lingers, feeling smooth yet firm on the tongue when first tasted, with a thick and delicate texture. The greenish bitterness continuously transforms into a rich sweetness, accompanied by a bright orchid fragrance that fills the mouth. Characteristics of the Origin of Mansong Pu'er Tea The Mansong tribute tea region is located within the Yibang ancient tea mountain area in Xiangming Township. The local Yibang tea is best represented by Mansong tea, leading to the saying "taste Mansong, see Yibang." Mansong Village is renowned as a source of tribute… -
Shuicheng Kiwifruit
Basic Introduction to Shuicheng KiwifruitShuicheng kiwifruit is produced in Shuicheng County, Guizhou Province. The total planned area of the Shuicheng Kiwifruit Industry Park is 65,760 mu (approx. 4384 hectares). Shuicheng kiwifruit belongs to the Chinese variety, with large fruit size, neat and beautiful shape, green skin, jade-green flesh when ripe, a red center when cut horizontally, and radiating blood-red stripes evenly distributed around the center, resembling a radiant rising sun, making it extremely beautiful.Morphological CharacteristicsThe fruit ripens from August 15th to September 10th. Each fruit weighs 82.7g, with soluble solids ranging from 19.6% to 25.6%, total sugar at 13.54%, total acid at 0.49%, and 135.77mg of vitamin C per 100g of fruit pulp. It has a slightly sour yet intensely sweet taste, a rich fragrance, a long-lasting aftertaste, excellent texture, and high quality. Shuicheng red-fleshed kiwifruit has strong firmness and only begins to soften after reaching eight-tenths ripeness. Its post-ripening period is relatively long, giving it good storage and transportation capabilities. It can be stored for 10 to 30 days at room temperature and 5 to 6 months under conditions of 0-4°C. It yields early and abundantly; grafted seedlings begin to produce flowers and fruits 1-2 years after planting, and… -
Kaiyuan Hazelnuts
Basic Introduction to Kaiyuan Hazelnuts The hazel groves are mainly distributed in the southeastern part of Kaiyuan City and the eastern part of Tieling County. The main hazel groves in Kaiyuan City are located in six towns: Majiazhai, Yangmulin, Weiyuanbao, Lianhua, Bashi, and Lijiatai. Currently, there are over 70,000 acres of concentrated hazel groves in Kaiyuan City. Hongshi Village, Majiazhai Town, is a major hazelnut-producing area. Nutritional Value Hazelnuts are rich in nutrients. Apart from proteins, fats, and sugars, they also contain high levels of carotene, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin E. Hazelnuts contain all eight essential amino acids that the human body requires, and their content is much higher than that found in walnuts. Additionally, hazelnuts have higher levels of trace elements such as calcium, phosphorus, and iron compared to other nuts. Product Characteristics The hazelnuts here are large with thin shells; the kernels are finely textured and of high quality. They were once offered as tribute to royalty. Kaiyuan hazelnuts are delicious and nutritious! Children who eat them will grow healthy! Men who eat them will become stronger! Women who eat them will become more graceful! Elders who eat them will live longer! The hazelnuts from the… -
Amazing China
Located in Southeast Asia along the coastline of the Pacific Ocean, China is the world's third-largest country, after Russia and Canada. With an area of 9.6 million square kilometers and a coastline of 18,000 kilometers, its shape is like a rooster on the map. The country is situated at the southeastern edge of the Eurasian continent, where the Indian plate and the Pacific plate meet. Hence the surface of this area is highly undulating and has undergone a long process of geological evolution, making it one of the most geologically complex regions on earth. Covering vast land, China has a variety of topography and landforms, including plateaus, plains, basins, foothills, mountains, and so on. Defining rugged plateaus, foothills, and mountains as mountainous, they occupy nearly two-thirds of the land, higher in the West and lower in the East like a three-step ladder.Thanks to the unique geographical conditions, the land is home to numerous beautiful, gorgeous, and amazing sceneries which have further bred the colorful cultures and civilizations in different regions. For instance, on the highest step of the “ladder topography”, the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, karsts, peaks, and snow mountains are its major natural characteristics and sceneries; while the lowest step, abundant… -
Snow scenery of Hezhang County in China’s Guizhou
This photo taken on Jan. 29, 2024 shows the scenery after snow at Dajiucaiping scenic area in Hezhang County of Bijie, southwest China's Guizhou Province. (Photo by Chen Chunzhi/ tasteallchina ) This photo taken on Jan. 29, 2024 shows the scenery after snow at Dajiucaiping scenic area in Hezhang County of Bijie, southwest China's Guizhou Province. (Photo by Chen Chunzhi/ tasteallchina ) This aerial drone photo taken on Jan. 29, 2024 shows the scenery after snow at Dajiucaiping scenic area in Hezhang County of Bijie, southwest China's Guizhou Province. (Photo by Chen Chunzhi/ tasteallchina ) -
Cooking Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs are one of the parts of the chicken with a concentrated amount of meat. This area is well-exercised due to constant walking, resulting in tight, firm muscles that provide an excellent texture. Many dishes like braised chicken thighs, stewed chicken thighs, and red-burned chicken thighs are popular among diners. If you have time to prepare them at home, here's how to cook stewed chicken thighs for your family.How to Cook Chicken Thighs with Oyster MushroomsIngredients Preparation2 chicken thighs, 100 grams of oyster mushrooms, 1 corn cob, a few dates, a few slices of ginger, and an appropriate amount of salt.Method and Steps1. Clean the corn and cut it into pieces. Halve the dates and set aside.2. Clean the oyster mushrooms thoroughly, then soak them in saltwater for 2 minutes. Rinse again, drain, and set aside.3. Place the chicken thighs in a stew pot, add slices of ginger and water, cover the pot, bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat for 40 minutes.4. Add the dates, corn, and oyster mushrooms, and simmer for another 15 minutes before adding salt. The dish is then ready to be served.TipsAdding more wild mushrooms can improve the flavor, as long as… -
Nine-Level Mountain Tea
Basic Introduction to Nine-Level Mountain TeaNine-Level Mountain Tea is a specialty product of Liuzhi Special District, Liupanshui City, Guizhou Province. It grows at an altitude of 1,200 to 1,400 meters on Nine-Level Mountain, located in Langdai Town, Liuzhi Special District, which is known for its rich selenium content. The natural advantages in the production area are prominent, with high forest coverage and climatic characteristics such as altitude, temperature, and rainfall that are particularly suitable for tea cultivation. Nine-Level Mountain Tea is flat and emerald green, with a bright light-green broth, fresh and refreshing taste, and a lasting delicate aroma. The tea plantation is situated at an altitude of 1,600 meters, covering more than 5,000 acres, adjacent to the Nine-Level Mountain National Forest Park. The climate throughout the year is mild, with abundant rainfall and low radiation levels. Below the tea plantation flows the Zangke River, and under the influence of this river valley climate, Nine-Level Mountain is often shrouded in mist. The soil is rich in trace elements such as selenium that are essential for human health. The unique geographical climate and soil conditions have given rise to the selenium-rich "Nine-Level Mountain" tea.LiuZhi Special District is located in western Guizhou…
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