Explore 8 Famous Culinary Cities in China

Being renowned as one of the countries with the most diverse culinary scenes globally, Chinese provinces and cities boast their own distinctive and famous dishes. Join Mytour to savor the pure flavors in the culinary scene of the 8 most famous culinary cities in China.

1. Chengdu, Sichuan Province

Recognized by UNESCO as the first 'City of Gastronomy' in Asia in 2010, Chengdu is best known for its hot pot and spicy dishes, featuring the local spice - Sichuan pepper, blending the perfect mix of salty, sour, sweet, and spicy flavors. Of course, Chengdu also offers many non-spicy options, such as beer-braised duck with a unique taste. Moreover, the street food scene boasts a list of over 100 snacks, including various noodles, grilled dishes, desserts, catering to the preferences of every traveler passing through.

The hot pot in Chengdu always exudes a distinctive flavor - the strong aroma of chili. At the renowned Zigong restaurant, customers cannot miss the frog hot pot, accompanied by fresh vegetables, various meats, and noodles. To experience the true taste of Sichuan pepper, visit the Chengdu Spice market in the morning. Here, locals also engage in buying and selling many enticing snacks.

Chengdu Hotel

2. Lanzhou, Cam Tu Province

3. Guangzhou, Guangdong Province

Guangzhou Hotel

4. Turpan, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

5. Daidong, Son Tay Province

6. Qingdao, Shandong Province

Thanh Dao Hotel, Son Dong

7. Thieu Hung, Tien Giang Province

Hotel in Thieu Hung, Tien Giang

8. Dazhai, Guangxi Province

***

Source: Mytour Travel Guide – By Ione