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In Kunming, picturesque natural scenery enhances delicious local foods. Its dishes are representative of Dian (Yunnan Province) cuisine, which combines cooking styles of cities and nationalities in Yunnan Province. With its high humidity and mild temperatures Kunming provides abundant fruits and vegetables all year for local cuisine. In addition, there are numerous snack options in high streets and back lanes.
Dian Dishes
Dian dishes are moderately salty and spicy. To 'do in Rome as the Romans do', try the local food specialties while traveling there. The unique delicacies from Kunming are famous throughout China; especially the fresh wild mushrooms. There is an edible wild mushroom family of over 200 varieties in the region, the tastes of which remain in mind. Some recommended Dian dishes include Steaming-Pot Chicken , Braised Jizong (mushroom) in Soy Sauce , Bittern Duck.
A recommended restaurant for the dishes mentioned is Fuzhao Lou located at Meishicheng crossing near South Gate, prices about 50 yuan per person. Another famous Dian restaurant is Lao Fangzi (old house). It is located at No. 18 - 19 in Jixiang Xiang, Dongfeng Xi Lu. The charming restaurant is a typical Yunnan residence with a 100-year history.
Local Snacks
Across Bridge Rice Noodle Across Bridge Rice Noodle (Yunnan Guoqiao Mixian) is one of the featured local specialties. It has three main parts: a bowl of extremely hot chicken broth, various slices of meat, including chicken, fish, and meat up to nine varieties, with various seasonings and rice noodles.The most authentic and tasty Across Bridge Rice Noodles are served at the Qiao Xiang Yuan (Culture Street Branch). It is located at No. 2 in Wenlin Jie, Jinma Biji Square.
Xuanwei Ham Xuanwei Ham (Xuanwei Huotui) also called 'Yuntui' or 'Yunnan Ham' is one of the three famous and best hams in China. The main ingredient in many local dishes, Yunnan Ham retains its unique flavor and can be stored for long periods of time. Offered in most local restaurants, ham preparation includes baking, salting, pestle, warming, and freezing.
Modern Cake Modern Cake (Modeng Baba)Baba is popular in Yunnan. It is a food made of flour, corn powder, sticky rice, lard, sesame and meat. The initiators of Modern Baba were two pretty sisters who made sweet and tasteful Baba that attracts people even today. Modern Baba has a crisp exterior and a soft interior; it is sweet with savory cream.
Most hotels in Kunming offer Western food in a noise-free environment at prices much higher than those charged in common Western restaurants.
Recommanded restaurant
Jia Yan Restaurant Festures: fabulous feast restaurant. Location: No.5, Cuihu North Road, KunmingTelephone: 0871-5110587
De Yi Ju Restaurant Features:pleasant restaurant Location:Jinbi Road, KunmingPhone: 0871-3633555
Cross Bridge Rice Noodle Restaurant Location: No.113, Taoyuan Road, Panlong District, KunmingPhone: 0871-3151126 How to get there: take buses No. 129, No. 84 and No. 71 to get there.
Auspicious Clouds Food Street features: a street with a lot of delicioius foods inclusing both traditional and western food Location: Xiangyun Road, Wuhua District, Kunming |
