Sichuan Cuisine

Long Chaoshou: Chengdu’s Iconic Sichuan Wonton Long Chaoshou (龙抄手) is one of the most famous traditional snacks from Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province in China. Known locally as chaoshou, this dish is Sichuan’s version of the Chinese wonton (called huntun in other parts of China). In different regions,...

San Da Pao (literally “Three Cannons”) is not just a snack; it is a spectacular performance art unique to Chengdu, Sichuan. Famous for the three loud “Bang! Bang! Bang!” sounds made during its preparation, this traditional glutinous rice dessert combines sweet brown sugar, roasted soybean...

If hot pot is Chengdu’s way of “dressing up for dinner”, then skewer hot pot is the city’s most down-to-earth, everyday way of life. In Chengdu, skewer hot pot is more than just street food. It’s the warmest glow on...

Kung Pao Chicken is a dish with an exceptionally high order rate in Chinese restaurants around the world. Behind its name lies not just a list of ingredients, but a historical echo spanning over a century. This iconic dish did...

Mapo Tofu is a legendary dish that stands as a proud ambassador of Sichuan cuisine. The name literally translates to “Pockmarked Granny’s Tofu.” It was created in 1862 by a tofu vendor named Mrs. Chen, who had a pockmarked face. Her...