Xiaoxiu Cake Refreshment Stand

The glutinous rice balls are really good, not sweet but just the right softness. They are even more delicious after being coated with powdered sugar and pine pollen. They are also affordable and I highly recommend them!

A Declaration: For food, fear no mountains or seas! Taizhou is a place worth a special trip just for the food! September and October, when the fishing season resumes and the weather is cool, are prime season for a hearty meal! But be warned: this glutinous rice paradise and small seafood kingdom, so be aware of your weight! Day 1: Linhai · Ancient City Carb Bomb In the morning, arrive in Linhai and head straight to Ziyang Ancient Street! Start by queuing up for the Jiujiu Seaweed Pancakes (they're incredibly hot!), then follow with Wang Tianshun's Egg White Lamb Tail, Chen Ji's Black Rice Mochi, and Wanjun's Mini Meatballs... Lunch is almost done after a whole street of snacks. In the afternoon, climb the Taizhou City Wall (Jiangnan Great Wall) to help digest your food! The autumn weather is crisp, and climbing the Great Wall isn't too hot, offering panoramic views of the Ling River and the ancient city—a truly worthwhile experience! Tonight, head to Xinrongji (Linghu Branch)! Despite the high per capita price, Taizhou cuisine is renowned for its signature dishes, including sand garlic bean noodles, homemade yellow croaker, and crispy pigeon. For a truly memorable experience, try Rongjia Snacks or Rongzhuang. Day 2: Tiantai: Landscapes and Rural Flavors Morning: Take the high-speed rail to Tiantai Mountain and visit Guoqing Temple. This ancient temple from the Sui Dynasty, surrounded by golden autumn rice paddies, is tranquil and free to enter—a real treat! In the afternoon, explore the Tiantai Mountain Waterfall. The abundant water flow makes the climb tiring, but the breathtaking views from the summit make it worth it! In the evening, savor Tiantai specialties: dumpling rolls, hu la tai (a type of hot pot), and wheat cakes, immersing you in the flavors of the mountains. Day 3: Wenling/Jiaojiang: The Taste of the Sea Option A (Wenling): Visit Xiaoruo Village (Rainbow Island), where the colorful houses are perfect for photo ops. Then, head to Golden Beach or Dongxia Beach to experience the coastal greenway and sample authentic mung bean noodles and mountain rice flour paste. Plan B (Jiaojiang): Stroll through the city at leisure. Explore Jiazhi Old Street and the Huayuan Vegetable Market: Wenling Embedded Cake, Xingji Fried Chicken, Xiaoxiu Cake Shop...experience the everyday delicacies of Taizhou residents. Food Hot and Cold List (Personal Choice) Hot List❤️: Nuojiji: Everything! Black rice glutinous rice cake, Embedded Cake, Egg White Lamb Tail, Plum Blossom Cake... Seafood: Home-cooked fish, Sand Garlic Bean Noodles, and Tide Viewing. Snacks: Shibing Tong, Ginger Noodle Soup, Ginger Egg (a delight for ginger lovers). Hot List🖤: Choose carefully from seafood stalls near scenic spots. Travel Tips Transportation: High-speed rail links between Taizhou's cities and counties are convenient, but scenic spots are scattered, so driving offers more freedom. Accommodation: We recommend staying one or two nights each in Linhai and Jiaojiang. Reminder: Taizhou cuisine is generously portioned, so don't over-order. Don't forget to drink tea with your glutinous rice cakes to counteract the greasiness. So, unless you're a foodie and aren't afraid of mountain climbing, an autumn trip to Taizhou might seem a bit overwhelming. But if you're passionate about food and the mountains and sea, now's the perfect time! Like and save this guide to start your Taizhou weight-gain journey! 🍡 #BlackDiamondLeungWingAnTheMeaningofTravel #WhatDoYouAllDoOverNationalDayHoliday? #TheMostAskedSpotsOnWeChat #TaizhouTravel #TaizhouTravelGuide

We left the hotel early this morning and headed to Xiaoxiu Cake and Dim Sum Shop. Their glutinous rice cakes were a firm favorite, and I was also drawn to the lard and brown sugar buns from Baishuiyang Haibo's shop nearby. We packed some rations and set off on our adventure. We drove along the Longji Line, a prime section of Taizhou Highway 1 (search "Niutoujing" on Taizhou Navigation; you'll be able to access the Longji Tourist Inn). Then, we watched the sunset 🌄 over the sea from Qilin Mountain. The stone houses along the mountainside and Xiaoruo Village further away—the colorful town was truly beautiful, and the evening breeze brought by the moving clouds was truly relaxing! #self-driving tour #places most asked about on WeChat Moments #solo trip #a collection of delicious snacks #roadside scenery

Day 1⃣ Nanjing ➡ Wenling Station Friday, straight to the high-speed rail station after get off work 🚄 to the hotel Day 2⃣ Jiaojiang 📍 Arrived around 11:00 AM and started our day of shopping and eating. 📍Huayuan Vegetable Market: Zhangyuan Rice (meat rice, rice cake rolls, egg mochi), 168 Cold Drink Shop, Xiaoxiu Pastry (three-color cake), Little Greedy Cat Osmanthus Tree Plum Blossom Cake, Xingji Fried Chicken, Dongfang Egg Pancake 📍Riverside Park: The weather was a bit overcast, but perfect for a slow walk. The photos were stunning, and it was quite relaxing to just walk around and take photos. 📍Jiaojiang Museum: I found it by looking at a map. It wasn't crowded, so I could walk right in. It's small, but the exhibits are quite rich, with three permanent exhibition halls and one temporary exhibition hall, covering history from the Neolithic period to the modern era. 📍Yucai Road: After walking around, we continued eating. Taowang Teppanyaki, which Ulala had recommended, was super delicious❗ (recommended the rice cakes, fried dough sticks, and rice noodles). Pangpang Large Intestine Cake was also nearby, perfectly braised and clean. Day 3⃣ 📍Wenling Morning, we had braised shrimp at Xiaonanmen. 🦐Xu Ji rice cakes (they were very firm). Then we went to the Hitchhiking Couple's Ring Observation Deck. The weather was perfect, perfect for photos, but I still had to wear sunscreen; I was completely sunburned when I got back. 📍Tutu Coffee Shop, 68 yuan admission, including a coffee. There are many photo-friendly spots, so it's definitely worth going in for those who love photography. We returned around 4:00 am and had Luo Ji Wheat Shrimp before heading back. Taizhou is truly worth it! Half fairyland, half fireworks. I'll be back next time #HighwayScenery

After get off work, I rushed to Nuojiji Paradise!! 🚄 Nanjing to Wenling Station High-speed rail takes 3 hours. Checked into a Jiaojiang hotel to recharge for the next day. 💤 Day 2⃣ Jiaojiang food and shopping spree begins. 🔥 📍Huayuan Vegetable Market (Huayuan New Village, Jiaojiang District) 11:00 AM Nuojiji breakfast trio! ✔️Zhangyuan Rice: Meat rice + rice rolls + egg mochi ✔️168 Cold Drink Shop: Cooling off with green grass paste (YYDS) ✔️Xiaoxiu Pastry: Three-color cakes so sticky they stretch 💡Tips: Order a small portion of each item so you can save room for the next one! 📍Binjiang Park (Jiaojiang Yanjiang Road) A riverside park with a captivating atmosphere on a cloudy day. 🌊 Slowly stroll and take photos—every shot is a masterpiece. 📸 Best of all, it's free! A healing haven for migrant workers~ 📍Jiaojiang Museum (Baiyunshan Road, Jiaojiang District) A treasure museum I stumbled upon 🏛️ It houses artifacts from the Neolithic to the modern era 🪔 Best of all! Free entry, no reservations required! 📍Yucai Road Night Market (Yucai Road, Jiaojiang District) A must-try: the same Taowang Teppanyaki grill as Ulala! ‼ ️ The rice cake, fried dough sticks, and rice noodles combo—the sauce is incredible 🤤 Pangpang Large Intestine Cake's braised large intestines are incredibly clean~ Day 3⃣ Enjoy the ocean and cakes in Wenling! 🌊 📍Xiaonanmen Pickled Shrimp (Xiaonan Road, Taiping Subdistrict) Freshly fried pickled shrimp 🦐 and Xu's Embedded Cake—the perfect breakfast! Remember to add braised pork and a braised egg to your tartare cake. It's so filling you won't be hungry until lunch! ⏰ 📍Double Ring Observation Deck (Shitang Town) 30-minute ride direct 🚗 The 270-degree unparalleled ocean view is absolutely amazing! ⚠️Be sure to wear sunscreen, or my sister got sunburned 😭 📍Tutu Cafe (Shitang Town) A popular spot. Admission is 68 RMB, including coffee ☕ Santorini-style scenery, 100% photogenic 📸 We recommend wearing light-colored clothing for a more photogenic look~ 📍Luoji Wheat Shrimp (Sanxing Avenue, Taiping Subdistrict) Wheat shrimp and braised food: a satisfying last meal before returning home 😋 The broth is delicious, a hidden gem only locals know about! ✨Summary: 500 RMB per person for great food and fun. I'll be back in Taizhou again! #TaizhouTravel #Jiangsu,Zhejiang,ShanghaiNearbyTours #WorkersWeekend #Nuojiji Paradise #UniqueTravelDestinations