Hong Shao Rou Donburi is a bowl-style dish that combines "Hong Shao Rou," a traditional Chinese braised pork dish, served over white rice. Hong Shao Rou features sweet and savory braised pork belly as its main ingredient and is one of the most popular Chinese dishes, with various regional variations. In urban areas, it is widely offered as a convenient lunch option and is a common menu item at diners and chain restaurants such as "Malalan Noodles" in Beijing. It is typically served with leafy greens, allowing diners to enjoy a combination of staple food, main dish, and vegetables all at once, and has become a familiar part of the diverse modern Chinese diet.
Kronenbourg 1664 Blanc is a white beer produced by Kronenbourg, a long-established French beer brand. Introduced in 2006, this beer is characterized by its traditional brewing methods and refreshing citrus aroma, and is widely enjoyed both in France and around the world. Its fruity and smooth taste has gained broad support from a wide range of consumers. In China, it is known as "1664 Baipi" and is particularly popular in urban areas.
Shuanyangrou, also known as Mongolian hot pot or Chinese lamb shabu-shabu, is a traditional hot pot dish representative of Beijing cuisine. It is characterized by thinly sliced lamb that is briefly cooked in a pot of boiling broth before eating. Popularized in Beijing since the Qing Dynasty, the dish features a unique style using fresh lamb, traditional copper pots, and rich sesame sauce. Authentic shuanyangrou is served at longstanding establishments in areas such as Shichahai, and today it remains highly popular not only as a winter delicacy but also as a culinary experience that allows diners to enjoy various cuts of lamb and a wide variety of condiments.
The ice cream from Mixue Bingcheng is a dessert menu item offered by Mixue Bingcheng, a major food and beverage chain originating in China. Mainly consisting of soft serve, this ice cream is popular throughout mainland China due to its affordable price and approachable flavor, and is widely available in both urban and rural areas. Most of the stores are in a stand format, making it easy for customers to stop by on their way to work or school, or during sightseeing. Particularly in the summer, it is enjoyed by many consumers and has become an iconic treat.
Crayfish with Thirteen Spices (Shisanxiang Xiaolongxia) is one of China’s most popular crayfish dishes. It is typically made with freshwater crayfish and is characterized by its unique flavor, created by combining a variety of spices and medicinal ingredients. The dish is especially popular on Beijing’s Guijie Street, known for its gourmet food scene, and at renowned restaurants such as Hu Da Restaurant, where it is favored by locals and tourists alike. Its rich aroma, appetizing spicy taste, and modern adaptations using different cooking methods have made it a staple of Chinese dining culture.
Garlic-flavored crayfish (Chinese name: 胡大蒜蓉小龙虾) is one of the representative modern popular dishes in China, particularly well-known in Beijing’s "Guijie" area. This crayfish dish is characterized by the use of fresh crayfish stir-fried with plenty of chopped garlic and aromatic oil. It has gained widespread popularity among locals and tourists alike, especially at specialty crayfish restaurants such as Hu Da Restaurant. Originating from the crayfish culture developed in the Yangtze River basin, particularly Hubei Province, this dish has become a seasonal tradition during the summer months.
Suger weat beer is a type of uniquely arranged wheat beer served at SUGARBAR, located in the historic district of Nanluoguxiang in Beijing, China. Based primarily on wheat malt and barley malt, it features a light sweetness and rich flavor profile achieved by the addition of sugar. In recent years, the craft beer culture has been rapidly developing in urban areas across China, especially in Beijing, and Suger weat beer represents one example of the creative beer styles offered by local bars.
Gongting Guihua Gao is a traditional Chinese confection made by steaming fragrant osmanthus flowers together with glutinous rice. With a history of being especially cherished in the imperial court during the Qing dynasty, this sweet is known as a luxury dessert due to its unique aroma and beautiful appearance. Even today, it is widely provided and enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly at tourist sites in cities such as Beijing, regardless of the season or region.
Zhajiangmian is a traditional noodle dish from northern China, particularly popular in Beijing. It features medium to thick wheat noodles topped with a savory-sweet miso-based sauce and stir-fried minced meat. Ingredients and seasonings vary by region and household, but the key component is a rich sauce made with fermented soybean paste or sweet bean paste. In recent years, zhajiangmian has spread throughout Asia and established itself as a representative home-style and everyday dish of Beijing.
Tsingtao Beer Augut is a limited-edition premium lager from the traditional Chinese beer brand, Tsingtao Beer. Produced by Tsingtao Brewery, which is based in Qingdao, Shandong Province, China, it carries on the techniques and flavors developed since the company's founding in 1903. Augut is characterized by its deep richness and well-balanced taste, achieved through the use of carefully selected ingredients and long-term low-temperature fermentation. It is highly regarded both domestically and internationally, and is widely enjoyed as a high-end beer, especially in urban areas.
