A Taste of Shihe! A Treasured Food Tour of Xinyang!

Every bite is a heartwarming comfort. Today, we'll take you on a gourmet journey through Xinyang's Shihe District. Get ready for a culinary adventure and a warm welcome to spring! 😋Recommended Two-Day Food Tour Itinerary: Shihe District——Penjing Garden——Shanyu Campground——Dongjiahe/Shisanliqiao Farmhouse——Xiaonanmen Snack Street——Liulin Township 👣Shihe District Delicacies Discover Shihe's unique flavors in the district, like "One Fish, Eighteen Dishes," showcasing the deliciousness of Nanwan fish; rich and flavorful Stewed Pork in a Clay Pot; and nutritious and tender Stewed Soft-shelled Turtle. 😋Penjing Garden Experience a Shihe-style breakfast at Penjing Garden. The morning market at Xinyang Penjing Garden awakens amidst the rising steam and chatter of diners. Here, you'll find the most authentic flavors of southern Henan. From crispy and fragrant egg pancakes to sweet and refreshing bean curd, every bite is a taste of old Xinyang. Indulge in golden-brown and crispy Shaozimo (spoon-shaped馍); clear and flavorful Meatball Soup; and the enticing, fragrant, and richly textured Lao Hai Ji Sesame Paste Tofu Pudding. 😋Shanyu Campground Located in the Metasequoia forest area below the Nanwan Lake Scenic Area dam, this 5,000-square-meter campground boasts Nanwan Lake's unique natural ecological resources. Enjoy camping and delicious food in this unique forest setting. Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the forest, breathing in the fresh air and finding your ideal camping experience. 😋Dongjiahe/Shisanliqiao Farmhouse Visit the farm restaurants in Shihe and savor dishes like Radish and Pork Belly Clay Pot Rice, Ground Pot Chicken, Stewed Pork in a Clay Pot, Nanwan Fish, Ground Pot Tofu, and Fried Small White Fish. 😋Xiaonanmen Snack Street Enjoy the blend of rich beef and savory mutton in the Mutton and Beef Soup; the clear and flavorful Beef Ball Soup, brimming with the essence of beef and emitting an enticing sheen; and the tender, juicy, and fragrant Shajia Beef Buns. From mutton skewers and seafood to crayfish, hot pot, and Reganmian noodles, and from Mutton Soup and Seafood Porridge to Spicy Soup and Sour Plum Soup, this night market street gathers most of Shihe's nighttime flavors. 😋Liulin Township Stroll along Liulin Old Street and savor the rich aroma of beans. Or, start your day with a steaming bowl of Liulin Ramen (Liulin Beef Ramen, featuring long, elastic noodles carefully kneaded and stretched multiple times to maintain their chewy texture even after being cooked in beef broth. Watching the large pieces of bean curd roll in the pot is a true delight). Pair it with a crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside Haozimo (a savory pancake made with Artemisia argyi leaves, a local specialty in areas like Tanjiahe, Liulin, Lijiazhai, Shihegang, and Shisanliqiao in Xinyang's Shihe District) for a perfect start to your day!