The original origin of Beijing roast duck can be traced back to the Yuan Dynasty. At that time, the rulers of the Yuan Dynasty liked to eat duck and had a special preference for roast duck. According to historical records, the roast duck in the Yuan Dynasty was a very exquisite dish, and it was necessary to choose a fat but not greasy duck, marinate it with special seasoning, and then bake it with pear charcoal.
With the passage of time, roast duck has gradually become a special food in Beijing. In the Ming and Qing Dynasties, the catering industry in Beijing developed rapidly, and various foods and cooking techniques emerged constantly. As a famous dish with local characteristics, roast duck has begun to be welcomed by more and more people. During the Qing Dynasty, roast duck restaurants had spread all over Beijing and became a local snack at that time.
In 1950s, Beijing roast duck began to go to the world. 1954, Peking Duck made its debut at the China government banquet and became one of the state banquets in China. With the acceleration of China's opening to the outside world, more and more foreigners begin to taste Peking Duck, which has become one of the important representatives of China's catering culture.
Generally speaking, the historical origin of Beijing Roast Duck can be traced back to the Yuan Dynasty. After hundreds of years of development and evolution, it has now become a traditional famous dish in China and one of the special cuisines in Beijing. No matter in China or abroad, Peking Duck is very popular among people.