A gastronomic adventure through Yangzhou's historic streets, featuring authentic Huaiyang cuisine, bustling food markets, and cooking experiences. Savor legendary dishes like Yangzhou Fried Rice and delicate steamed dumplings.

Begin your culinary journey with Yangzhou's famous morning tea tradition. Enjoy a selection of steamed dumplings (包子), qionghua pastries (琼花糕), and other dim sum accompanied by local green tea. This century-old establishment represents the heart of Yangzhou's food culture.

🚗 Transportation: Taxi from city center (approx. 15 mins) or walk if staying nearby

💡 Tips: Arrive early to avoid crowds. Try the crab roe soup dumplings - they're a specialty. The tea pairing is essential for the full experience.

Walk off your morning tea at one of China's most famous classical gardens. The rock formations represent the four seasons, and the bamboo collections are exceptional. This UNESCO site offers beautiful photo opportunities and cultural insights.

🚗 Transportation: 15-minute walk from Fuchun Teahouse

💡 Tips: Hire a guide at the entrance to fully appreciate the garden's symbolism. The bamboo themes connect to local culinary uses of bamboo shoots.

Stroll through this preserved ancient street lined with food stalls, snack shops, and traditional restaurants. Sample local specialties like sesame cakes, fried tofu, and various rice cakes while observing traditional architecture.

🚗 Transportation: 5-minute walk from Geyuan Garden

💡 Tips: Bring small change for street food purchases. Don't miss the chance to try 'yangzhou gan si' (dried tofu strips) from street vendors.

Experience the beauty that inspired poets and emperors with a boat cruise through the lake's graceful waterways. The evening light creates magical reflections on the water and historic bridges.

🚗 Transportation: Taxi from Dongguan Street (10 mins) or public bus No. 8

💡 Tips: Spring visits offer blooming flowers and ideal temperatures. Book boat tickets in advance during peak season.

🥐 Breakfast: Fuchun Teahouse - Morning tea set with various dumplings and pastries

🍜 Lunch: Dongguan Street food stalls - Assorted local snacks and street food

🍽️ Dinner: Yechun Teahouse (冶春茶社) - Traditional Huaiyang banquet featuring Lion's Head Meatballs and braised dishes

Explore a bustling local market with a food expert to discover Yangzhou's fresh ingredients. Learn about seasonal produce, freshwater fish, and specialty items used in Huaiyang cuisine. See live eels, freshwater crabs, and local vegetables.

🚗 Transportation: Taxi from city center (approx. 20 mins)

💡 Tips: Come hungry and be ready to sample fresh fruits and local snacks. Bargaining is expected for non-food items but not for weighed produce.

Learn to make authentic Yangzhou Fried Rice from a master chef. Discover the secrets to perfect wok heat, ingredient preparation, and the precise technique that makes this dish world-famous. Includes hands-on cooking and tasting.

🚗 Transportation: Arranged transportation from market (15 mins)

💡 Tips: Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes. Take notes as the techniques can be subtle but make all the difference.

Explore how the Grand Canal shaped Yangzhou's food culture through interactive exhibits. Learn about the transportation of ingredients, development of culinary techniques, and the exchange of food traditions along the ancient trade route.

🚗 Transportation: Taxi from city center (25 mins) or tourist bus No. 1

💡 Tips: Don't miss the reconstructed ancient food street exhibit. Audio guides are available in multiple languages.

Take a peaceful boat ride along the historic canal, seeing the waterway that brought prosperity and diverse ingredients to Yangzhou. Evening light offers beautiful views of ancient bridges and waterside architecture.

🚗 Transportation: Walking distance from museum (5 mins)

💡 Tips: Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable weather for boat rides. Sunset times vary by season.

🥐 Breakfast: Market fresh tofu pudding and sesame balls from market vendors

🍜 Lunch: Your own cooked Yangzhou Fried Rice from cooking class, supplemented with local dishes

🍽️ Dinner: Shiweizhuang (食为庄) - Modern interpretation of Huaiyang classics with seasonal ingredients

Visit one of Yangzhou's most important Buddhist temples and enjoy a vegetarian breakfast featuring temple cuisine. Experience how Buddhist traditions have influenced local cooking with creative meat-free dishes that mimic traditional flavors.

🚗 Transportation: Taxi from city center (20 mins) or bus No. 5

💡 Tips: Dress modestly for temple visit. The vegetarian 'mock meat' dishes are surprisingly authentic and a must-try.

Explore a less touristy but equally delicious food street where locals dine. Sample various regional specialties from different vendors, including stuffed pancakes, soup noodles, and seasonal river delicacies.

🚗 Transportation: 15-minute taxi from Daming Temple

💡 Tips: Go with a small group to sample more dishes. Point to what looks good if language is a barrier.

Learn to make traditional Yangzhou sweets including qionghua pastry and sesame candies. Discover the artistry behind Chinese pastry making and the significance of sweets in local culture and celebrations.

🚗 Transportation: Taxi from lunch location (15 mins)

💡 Tips: These make excellent edible souvenirs. Ask about proper storage methods if planning to take some home.

Enjoy your final Yangzhou evening at the iconic Wuting Bridge in Slender West Lake. The five-pavilion bridge is particularly beautiful at sunset, offering reflection photos and a peaceful atmosphere to reflect on your culinary journey.

🚗 Transportation: Taxi from workshop (20 mins)

💡 Tips: Spring evenings may be cool - bring a light jacket. The bridge is illuminated after dark for night photography.

🥐 Breakfast: Daming Temple vegetarian breakfast - Buddhist-inspired meat-free dishes

🍜 Lunch: Pingyuan Lane food crawl - Various local specialties from different vendors

🍽️ Dinner: Xinghua Cun (兴化村) - Farewell banquet featuring Yangzhou's signature dishes and seasonal specialties