In the ancient canal city of Yangzhou, there is a dish that looks like a giant, fluffy meatball but tastes like a cloud of savoury perfection. Known as Crab Meat Lion’s Head (蟹粉狮子头), this legendary Huaiyang cuisine masterpiece has been captivating diners for over 1,400 years – from Sui dynasty emperors to modern-day statesmen.…
In the ancient canal city of Yangzhou, where the Grand Canal meets the Yangtze, there is a dish that looks deceptively simple but demands extraordinary skill. Known as da zhu gan si (大煮干丝) – literally “braised shredded dried tofu” – this delicate creation is one of the crown jewels of Huaiyang cuisine, the elegant…