Jiande's traditional cuisine

Jiande's traditional cuisine combined the essence of Zhejiang, Anhui, Jiangxi, and Fujian cuisines. Whether from street vendors or "Hundred Counties, Thousand Bowls" specialty stores, you will experience the delight of the palate. The "Jiande Top Ten Dishes" are the dishes that embody the local characteristics of Jiande, including the Nine-Surname Fish Head King, Jiande Stick Fish, and Zixu Tea-Fragrant Shrimp. Each dish has a story behind it. For example, the story of the Nine-Surname Fish Head King originates from the battle between Zhu Yuanzhang and Chen Youxiang in the early Ming Dynasty. In the food streets of Yanzhou Ancient City and Shouchang Ancient Town, you can also try other specialty snacks such as Jiande Tofu Buns, Yanzhou Salty rice dumpling, and Shouchang Stir-Fried Rice Vermicelli. These snacks are a reflection of the "vibrant and bustling" nature of Jiande. In particular, Jiande Tofu Buns have thin bun skin, tender white tofu, green green onions, and homemade chili with delicious soup. The taste is extremely delicious. This dish has even been served in the restaurants of the Asian Games Hangzhou Village in this year.