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Tan Village Loquat
Basic Introduction to Tan Village LoquatTan Village Loquat is mainly produced in three natural villages—Zhangtan, Miantan, and Yuutan—along the Xin'an River within the jurisdiction of She County. It is named after these three villages. The name "Three Tans" comes from the fact that these three villages are surrounded by mountains enclosing three large, deep water pools, which remain warm in winter and cool in summer, nestled among hills. As a result, "Tan Village Loquat" has been renowned both at home and abroad since ancient times. Nutritional ValueLoquat is a beneficial fruit suitable for people of all ages. There is a saying in folk circles: "Peaches from the Heavenly Queen Mother, loquats from the Three Tans on earth." Eating fresh loquat helps to quench thirst and stimulate saliva production, benefiting lungs and stomach health. Besides containing a high amount of fructose, it is also rich in vitamin B17, a nutrient known for its cancer-preventative properties. Before the invention of glucose injections, traditional Chinese medicine often used loquat juice to sustain the lives of those unable to eat, demonstrating the very high nutritional value of loquat. Product CharacteristicsThe characteristics of "Tan Village Loquat" include thin skin, thick flesh, sweet juice, abundant water… -
Tourists have fun on frozen lake at Summer Palace in Beijing
Tourists have fun on a frozen lake at the Summer Palace in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 1, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Chen Yehua) Tourists ride sleds on a frozen lake at the Summer Palace in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 1, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Chen Yehua) Tourists ride a bicycle combined with sleds on a frozen lake at the Summer Palace in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 1, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Chen Yehua) Tourists ride a bicycle combined with sleds on a frozen lake at the Summer Palace in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 1, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Chen Yehua) Tourists have fun on a frozen lake at the Summer Palace in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 1, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Chen Yehua) -
Home-Style Stir-Fried Green Beans
Green beans, also known as yardlong beans, are one of the vegetables abundant in summer. Their pods are long and tube-like, crisp yet tender, and commonly come in white or green varieties. Young pods are thick and fleshy, crispy when stir-fried, and can also be blanched for salads or pickling. Green beans contain various vitamins and minerals. Let's explore some home-style methods for stir-frying green beans.Eggplant Stir-Fried with Green BeansMain IngredientsGreen beans, eggplantSecondary IngredientsOil, oyster sauce, garlic, red chili peppers, soy sauce, saltPreparation Steps1. Prepare all ingredients: wash the eggplant and cut into strips; clean the green beans, remove the tough strings, and cut into 8 cm lengths; slice the red chilies and chop the garlic.2. Pour a generous amount of oil into a wok, heat to about 70% hot, then add the eggplant and fry until softened.3. Remove the eggplant and drain off the oil. Continue by frying the green beans until their surface wrinkles and they are cooked through, then remove and drain the oil.4. Discard excess oil, leaving a little in the wok. Add the red chili peppers and garlic slices and stir-fry to release their fragrance.5. Add the fried eggplant and green beans, stir-fry with oyster… -
China’s 2024 summer box office hits 8 billion yuan
BEIJING, Aug. 3 ( tasteallchina ) -- China's box office revenue for this year's summer movie season, which spans from June 1 to Aug. 31, had surpassed 8 billion yuan (about 1.12 billion U.S. dollars) as of Saturday afternoon, with three domestic films dominating the box office chart. According to film data platform Beacon, leading the pack is the blockbuster comedy "Successor," which stars the acclaimed comedic duo Shen Teng and Ma Li. Released on July 16, the film tells the story of a wealthy couple who fabricate a challenging environment for their son to spur his personal growth. By Saturday afternoon, it had raked in nearly 2.57 billion yuan, capturing 32 percent of the total box office sales. It was followed by the crime thriller "A Place Called Silence," which pocketed 1.29 billion yuan in box office earnings since its debut on July 3. The film explores the poignant issue of campus bullying, earning it the second spot in the summer box office rankings. Drama "Moments We Shared" secured the third spot. The film premiered on June 22 and had grossed approximately 498.24 million yuan. The summer moviegoing period is the longest single screening season on the Chinese mainland.… -
Comprehensive Guide to Shrimp and Winter Melon Soup
The weather is gradually getting hotter, and the taste of summer is approaching. It's time to learn a few recipes for cooling and detoxifying soups to enjoy during dry and hot days. Today, let's start with several ways to prepare Shrimp and Winter Melon Soup. Method One: Shrimp and Winter Melon Soup Ingredients: Winter melon, dried shrimp, oil, salt, scallions, ginger, monosodium glutamate (MSG). Steps: 1. Wash the winter melon, peel it, and cut it into pieces. Soak the dried shrimp in water. 2. Heat oil in a pan, add scallions and ginger to stir-fry until fragrant, then add the dried shrimp and stir-fry. 3. Add the winter melon slices, MSG, salt, and the water used to soak the shrimp, stir to mix evenly. 4. Add an appropriate amount of hot water, bring to a boil, and cook until the winter melon is tender and soft. Method Two: Shrimp and Winter Melon Soup Ingredients: Winter melon, dried shrimp, eggs, coriander, salt, sesame oil, scallions, ginger, peanut oil. Steps: 1. Wash the winter melon and slice it; soak the dried shrimp in water. 2. Heat a pan, pour in peanut oil, once hot, add scallions and ginger to stir-fry, then add… -
How ancient Chinese kept cool during summer heatwaves
In ancient times, without electricity, Chinese people used their ingenuity to stay cool during summer heatwaves. They wove bamboo mats and fans, brewed cooling herbal teas and invited friends to swim or take a boat ride in nature. Even today, these traditions remain popular for Chinese people to beat the heat during the dog days of summer. (Video source: Kuaishou, compiled by intern Xie Jiahui) -
Cooking Cabbage-stemmed Spare Ribs
Cabbage-stemmed spare ribs are a rare delicacy in summer. Cabbage is cool in nature, has a high water content, and is also very nutritious. Combined with spare ribs, it can supplement the nutrients needed by the human body, enhance physical immunity, and replenish calcium. In summer, it can effectively clear heat and relieve summer heat.Home-style cooking method for cabbage-stemmed spare ribsIngredients Needed300 grams of spare ribs, 300 grams of cabbage, an appropriate amount of salt, 1 piece of ginger, and an appropriate amount of blended oil.Method and Steps1. Prepare the ingredients: peel the cabbage and cut it into chunks; cut the spare ribs into small pieces, or ask the store to chop them for you.2. Pour an appropriate amount of water into a pot, bring to a boil over high heat, add the spare ribs, and skim off the scum. Remove and drain.3. Heat oil, stir-fry the ginger slices and garlic, add the spare ribs, stir-fry over high heat, add a small amount of soy sauce for seasoning, and then a small amount of sugar for flavoring.4. Add the cabbage and stir-fry until the cabbage slightly softens, then add water and bring to a boil.5. Transfer to a clay pot,… -
Clam Recipes
Clams are abundant in summer, which coincides with the bustling business of street stalls and night beer spots during the season. In Northeast China, clams are usually called "xiao ren xian." Whether served cold or stir-fried, clams make for great accompaniments to alcohol in the summer.Clam Recipe - Salt-Baked ClamsIngredients:Clams, coarse salt, bay leaves, Sichuan pepper, five-spice powder.Steps:1. Clean the clams and cut open their backs using a knife; let them stand to drain. 2. Pour coarse salt into a pot and stir-fry until hot. 3. Then add Sichuan pepper, bay leaves, and five-spice powder and stir-fry to release the aroma. 4. Place the drained clams in the pot with their opened side facing down. 5. Cover the pot, turn off the heat, and let it sit for about 10 minutes.Tips:If the clams are not drained, the salt will melt, making the dish too salty.Clam Recipe - Spicy Stir-Fried ClamsIngredients:Clams, red chili peppers, green chili peppers, scallions, ginger, cooking wine, sugar, fish sauce.Steps:1. Soak the clams in salt water and clean them thoroughly. 2. Chop scallions, ginger, and chili peppers. 3. Heat oil in a wok, sauté garlic and ginger slices, then stir-fry the clams vigorously. 4. Add cooking wine,… -
Local authorities in SW China leverage ethnic features to boost summer tourism
A wedding with Miao ethnic group features is pictured at Chiyou Jiuli Town scenic spot of Pengshui Miao-Tujia Autonomous County, southwest China's Chongqing, July 20, 2024. Local authorities of Pengshui Miao-Tujia Autonomous County has taken advantages of ethnic features to promote its summer tourism. (Photo by Li Xiaoguo/ tasteallchina ) A wedding with Miao ethnic group features is pictured at Chiyou Jiuli Town scenic spot of Pengshui Miao-Tujia Autonomous County, southwest China's Chongqing, July 20, 2024. Local authorities of Pengshui Miao-Tujia Autonomous County has taken advantages of ethnic features to promote its summer tourism. (Photo by Lan Hongguang/ tasteallchina ) A wedding with Miao ethnic group features is pictured at Chiyou Jiuli Town scenic spot of Pengshui Miao-Tujia Autonomous County, southwest China's Chongqing, July 20, 2024. Local authorities of Pengshui Miao-Tujia Autonomous County has taken advantages of ethnic features to promote its summer tourism. (Photo by Lan Hongguang/ tasteallchina ) A wedding with Miao ethnic group features is pictured at Chiyou Jiuli Town scenic spot of Pengshui Miao-Tujia Autonomous County, southwest China's Chongqing, July 20, 2024. Local authorities of Pengshui Miao-Tujia Autonomous County has taken advantages of ethnic features to promote its summer tourism. (Photo by Lan Hongguang/ tasteallchina )… -
Scenery of Nianbaoyuze Mountain Scenic Resort in Qinghai
Picturesque summer scenery of Nianbaoyuze Mountain Scenic Resort shrouded in clouds in Jiuzhi County, Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province, July 20, 2024. Nianbaoyuze Mountain is renowned for various plants, rarely seen wild animals and gigantic glacier. Picturesque summer scenery of Nianbaoyuze Mountain Scenic Resort shrouded in clouds in Jiuzhi County, Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province, July 20, 2024. Picturesque summer scenery of Nianbaoyuze Mountain Scenic Resort shrouded in clouds in Jiuzhi County, Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province, July 20, 2024. Picturesque summer scenery of Nianbaoyuze Mountain Scenic Resort shrouded in clouds in Jiuzhi County, Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province, July 20, 2024. Picturesque summer scenery of Nianbaoyuze Mountain Scenic Resort shrouded in clouds in Jiuzhi County, Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province, July 20, 2024. -
Aerial view of Great Wall through four seasons
This aerial photo taken on Jan. 13, 2023 shows the winter scenery at the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall in Luanping County, north China's Hebei Province. With the change of the four seasons, the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall puts on different layers of colors and shows magnificent beauty. (Photo by Zhou Wanping/ tasteallchina ) This aerial photo taken on Jan. 13, 2023 shows the winter scenery at the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall in Luanping County, north China's Hebei Province. With the change of the four seasons, the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall puts on different layers of colors and shows magnificent beauty. (Photo by Zhou Wanping/ tasteallchina ) This aerial photo taken on Jan. 13, 2023 shows the winter scenery at the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall in Luanping County, north China's Hebei Province. With the change of the four seasons, the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall puts on different layers of colors and shows magnificent beauty. (Photo by Zhou Wanping/ tasteallchina ) This aerial photo taken on April 1, 2023 shows the spring scenery at the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall in Luanping County, north China's Hebei Province. With the… -
Beat the summer heat in China’s “ice city”
Tourists visit an indoor ice and snow theme park at Harbin Ice and Snow World in Harbin, known as China's "ice city" in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. ( Taste all China /Su Jinggang) While Harbin, known as China's "ice city" in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, is gripped by heatwaves, Harbin Ice and Snow World has provided people with a way to beat the heat. Its indoor ice and snow theme park allows people to savor year-round winter magic. The indoor park has become a popular destination for visitors, offering a cool respite from the sweltering summer temperatures. The indoor project maintains a chilly temperature between minus 8 and 12 degrees Celsius. Spanning an area of 23,800 square meters, it is divided into nine themed sections with 13 interactive programs. Incorporating lighting, sound and interactive technologies, the indoor project offers an immersive wintery experience.【1】【2】【3】【4】【5】【6】【7】【8】【9】【10】【11】 -
Imports dominate April box office, May Day holiday releases in tight race
BEIJING, April 25 ( tasteallchina ) -- As the May Day holiday approaches, Chinese mainland's box office is bidding farewell to the traditional March-April slow season and entering the lucrative pre-summer period. With few major local releases, imported titles continued their lead on April's daily charts. Meanwhile, advance sales for the new May Day holiday releases are red-hot, with domestic and foreign films fiercely competing for moviegoers' attention. APRIL'S TOP EARNERS Hayao Miyazaki's fantasy animated film "The Boy and the Heron" opened on April 3, while Legendary's sci-fi flick "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" hit theaters on March 29. The two films took the first and second spots on Chinese mainland's April box office chart, accounting for 38 percent and 28 percent of total revenue, respectively. Data from box office tracker Maoyan as of 8 a.m. Thursday shows that "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" and "The Boy and the Heron" have grossed around 880 million yuan (124 million U.S. dollars) and 750 million yuan in Chinese mainland to date. The two titles are not only the biggest winners from March to April, but also the highest-grossing imports so far this year. Notably, the top two spots on March's… -
Gathering Mugwort on Dragon Boat Festival for Health and Well-being
The fifth day of the fifth month in the lunar calendar is our traditional Dragon Boat Festival. On this day, according to custom, besides eating zongzi (sticky rice dumplings), people also hold a series of activities to ward off evil and avoid misfortune. May is considered an ominous month in folk beliefs, often referred to as the "poisonous month." By this time, summer has gradually set in, the weather grows hotter, and pests and various bacteria multiply rapidly, leading to the proliferation of miasma, making people highly susceptible to illness. To cope with the ominous month and avoid being tainted by disease, on Dragon Boat Festival, every household would gather mugwort from the fields, either hanging it up, wearing it, using it for cleansing, or consuming it to ward off evil, expel toxins, and maintain health.Mugwort, also known as mugwort leaf, mugwort herb, common mugwort, Chinese mugwort, sweet wormwood, fragrant mugwort, medicinal grass, moxa, etc., belongs to the Asteraceae family and is a perennial herb that commonly grows along roadsides, in mountain gullies, fields, hillsides, and other uncultivated areas. The fifth month of the lunar calendar is the optimal period for the market availability of mugwort, when the leaves are… -
The First Step from “Birth” to “Growth”: Clear Summer Dampness Without Injuring the Spleen
According to "The Seventy-Two Climates": "Start of Summer, the festival of the fourth month. The character 'start' has been explained in spring. 'Summer' means 'expansion'; all things have expanded by this time." As the first solar term of summer, Start of Summer ushers out the bright spring light and welcomes the lush summer. This year, May 5 is Start of Summer. "First候: the mole cricket sings; second候: earthworms appear; third候: Tendraria grows." With the start of Start of Summer, we hear frogs croaking in the fields, see earthworms working hard for farmers, and watch gourds and vegetable sprouts competing to drink sweet rainwater, all racing to grow, a true symbol of the prosperity of all things starting at Start of Summer. South of the Qinling Mountains and Huai River, rainfall is abundant, which is of course good news for crops and plants. However, heavy summer rains can make people uncomfortable. The heart and summer both belong to the fire element, and according to traditional Chinese medicine, the heart corresponds to summer, with its energy connected to that of summer. At this time, the heart's fire begins to rise slowly. In many regions of our country, temperatures gradually rise, people sweat… -
Eating Ginger to Nourish Yang in Summer
"Eat radishes in winter and ginger in summer" is a popular folk saying about health preservation. The method of using ginger for food therapy and health care has been around for a long time. As early as the Spring and Autumn period, "The Analects of Confucius" mentions "Never omit ginger from your meals," recording Confucius' dietary habit of having ginger with every meal. In the sweltering heat of summer, let's talk about why we should eat ginger in summer, how to eat it correctly, and whether everyone is suitable for eating ginger in summer. Why Eat Ginger in Summer The traditional practice of eating ginger in summer has a certain meaning and rationale behind it. Ancient people used analogical thinking to understand things. "The Book of Changes" states: "Therefore, 'Changes' is about images; and by images, it means likenesses." Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) shares the same way of thinking as "The Book of Changes," so here we use "images" to explain the characteristics of summer. In the Eight Trigrams, the Li trigram (☲), which corresponds to fire in the Five Elements theory, is associated with the south in direction and summer in time. The image of the Li trigram, with… -
“Be Cautious of These Skin Diseases During Sauna-Like Weather”
As we enter the period of Great Heat, the weather becomes increasingly humid and hot. At this time, the human body's pores open up and sweating increases, making it easier for summer dampness and heat to invade. Combined with factors such as ultraviolet radiation, mosquito bites, and large temperature differences between indoor and outdoor environments, various skin diseases such as sunburn rash, eczema, and prickly heat become highly prevalent. How does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) view these skin diseases, and what are some simple prevention and treatment methods? This edition features renowned TCM physician Dr. Du Zhongping, head of the outpatient department at the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, who will provide answers.Insect-Bite Dermatitis Occurs After Insect BitesInsect-bite dermatitis, also known as pruritic urticarial papules, is a condition that typically presents as recurrent itchy papules after being bitten by insects (such as mosquitoes, fleas, etc.). It is more common during wet and hot seasons like spring and summer, manifesting as erythematous papular lesions on the trunk and limbs. The papules are usually the size of mung beans to peanuts and often accompanied by severe itching, which can affect sleep and quality of life. The papules generally subside within 1-2… -
New Cdrama Longing Heart Season 2
In the realm of television drama, the wait for the second season of "Longing Heart" (长相思) has been a topic of anticipation among fans for nearly a year, following the resounding success of its first season. Recently, the official Weibo account of "Longing Heart" announced that Season 2 is scheduled to premiere on July 8th, featuring the original cast. According to a report from Cover News on July 3rd, the series will exclusively debut on Jiangsu TV on the same date. Let's rewind to July 2023 when the entire 39 episodes of "Longing Heart" Season 1 premiered on online streaming platforms. Shortly after its release, the series gained immense popularity, surpassing 33,000 in heat value due to its unique storyline, distinct characters, and high production standards. It became one of the hottest dramas of the summer of 2023. With the announcement of the premiere date for Season 2, glimpses of its standout scenes and climactic moments have already heightened audience expectations through teaser trailers. Particularly poignant scenes, evident from the trailers, showcase the emotional entanglements of the characters. Jiangsu TV has further indicated that they will innovate by airing both seasons consecutively: re-airing Season 1 during daytime slots and premiering… -
Yang Zi’s Rising Influence in Chinese Television
The Rise of "Changxiangsi 2" (长相思2) In the midst of China's summer television lineup, one series has captured both critical acclaim and audience fervor: "Changxiangsi 2." Starring Yang Zi (杨紫) alongside a talented ensemble cast including Zhang Wanyi (张晚意), Deng Wei (邓为), Dai Luwa (代露娃), and Wang Hongyi (王弘毅), this historical drama debuted on Tencent Video with unprecedented anticipation and quickly became a focal point of the entertainment industry. The Phenomenon of Online Streaming and Audience Engagement "Changxiangsi 2" premiered on Tencent Video on July 8, 2024, and within just three hours, its viewership soared past 27,000, marking an auspicious start. The following days witnessed a steady rise, with the series surpassing 28,000 and 29,000 in subsequent days, eventually earning its place in Tencent Video's exclusive "blockbuster club." Alongside five other top-performing dramas, including "Fan Hua," (繁花) "Yu Feng Xing," (与凤行) "Cheng Huan Ji," (承欢记) "Qing Yu Nian 2," (庆余年2) and "The Story of Roses," (玫瑰的故事)"Changxiangsi 2" distinguished itself through its compelling storyline and stellar performances. Comparative Success: Analyzing Other Top Contenders Each of these dramas brings something unique to the table. "Fan Hua" captivated audiences with its intricate historical backdrop and complex character relationships, leveraging the powerhouse performances of… -
Beauty, biodiversity blossom at Qingdao’s wetland park
In the Tangdao Bay National Wetland Park in Qingdao, Shandong, herbaceous and woody flowers compete for the spotlight, creating a lush summer spectacle.Tangdao Bay National Wetland Park is a typical harbor-type shallow sea and tidal flat wetland along the northern coast of China and a key stopover on the migration routes of eastern migratory birds.In recent years, with the comprehensive improvement of its wetland environment, Tangdao Bay National Wetland Park has achieved significant success in biodiversity protection. In the Tangdao Bay National Wetland Park in Qingdao, Shandong, herbaceous and woody flowers compete for the spotlight, creating a lush summer spectacle. Summer is in full swing at the Tangdao Bay National Wetland Park in Qingdao, Shandong. At the Tangdao Bay National Wetland Park in Qingdao, Shandong, elegant roses are in full bloom, leaving a strong impression on visitors. With the comprehensive improvement of its wetland environment, the Tangdao Bay National Wetland Park has achieved significant success in biodiversity protection.
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