Zhejiang cuisine

  • Osmanthus Chestnut Soup

    In the ancient city of Hangzhou, where the West Lake shimmers like a mirror and the hills are cloaked in a veil of mist, autumn arrives with a double blessing: the ripening of chestnuts and the blooming of osmanthus flowers. The air fills with a fragrance so intoxicating that locals have found a way…

  • Cong Bao Hui

    In the ancient city of Hangzhou, where mist rises from West Lake and the air carries whispers of poets and emperors, there is a humble street snack that has been sizzling on iron griddles for over 800 years. Known as Cong Bao Hui(葱包桧, 葱包烩) – “Scallion Pancake Roll, Scallion-Wrapped Roll” – this crispy, savoury…

  • West Lake Water Shield Soup

    In the culinary landscape of Hangzhou – a city celebrated for its misty hills, ancient temples, and the shimmering waters of West Lake – few dishes carry as much cultural weight as West Lake Water Shield Soup (西湖莼菜汤). Known locally as “Chicken and Ham Water Shield Soup” (鸡火莼菜汤), this humble yet elegant dish is…

  • Dry-Fried Rings

    In the culinary landscape of Hangzhou – a city celebrated for its poetic scenery and refined palate – few dishes capture the imagination quite like Dry-Fried Rings (干炸响铃). With a name that playfully evokes the sound of a bell, this golden, crispy, and irresistibly light dish is one of the most beloved classics of…

  • Longjing Shrimp

    In the picturesque city of Hangzhou, where green hills meet misty waters and the aroma of tea lingers in the air, one dish stands as a testament to the elegance of Zhejiang cuisine: Longjing shrimp (龙井虾仁) – also known as Dragon Well shrimp. A masterpiece of subtlety, this dish pairs the freshest river shrimp…

  • West Lake Fish in Vinegar Sauce

    In the city of Hangzhou, where ancient temples meet shimmering waters and the legacy of poets lingers in every breeze, one dish stands above all others as the soul of the local table: West Lake Fish in Vinegar Sauce (西湖醋鱼). Known to locals as “Brother and Sister-in-Law Pass Along a Delicacy” (叔嫂传珍), this iconic…