Shijiazhuang’s specialties include Zanhuang jujube, Jinfeng braised chicken, Gaocheng palace noodles, Zhaoxian snowflake pear, Luquan toon, etc.
1. Zanhuang jujube
When it comes to the specialties of Shijiazhuang, Hebei, the first thing that has to be mentioned is Zanhuang jujube. This is a specialty of Zanhuang County, Shijiazhuang City, also known as golden jujube. Zanhuang jujube has a long history. It was once a royal tribute jujube and was known as the "first of all fruits". Zanhuang jujube has thin skin, small core and lots of flesh, and sweet taste. It is a good choice whether you keep it for yourself or give it away.
2. Golden Phoenix Braised Chicken
Golden Phoenix Braised Chicken is also another special delicacy in Shijiazhuang. Golden Phoenix Braised Chicken is mainly cooked with honey and many medicinal materials. It is not only beautiful in color but also rich in taste.
3. Gaocheng Palace Noodles
Hebei Province is rich in various types of noodles, among which Gaocheng Palace Noodles are a very special one. Gaocheng palace noodles have a long history and first appeared during the Tang Dynasty. This kind of pasta is made from wheat flour. The production process is cumbersome, it can withstand cooking and has a chewy texture. It is favored by many people.
4. Zhaoxian Snowflake Pear
The fruit of Zhaoxian Snowflake Pear is oblong in shape and elegant in color. There are light brown spots on the surface of the fruit. It is large in size and thin-skinned. The average weight of a single fruit is 350 grams. The big one weighs more than 500 grams. The pulp is as white as snow, juicy and sweet, crisp and tender, with a rock sugar flavor and a pleasant aroma. After storage, the peel gradually turns golden yellow.
5. Luquan Toon
"Luquan Toon" was successfully approved as a "Chinese Geographical Indication" trademark, which changed the history of Luquan District having no geographical indication products, and also made the district The district’s toon products are known to more consumers. Gujiayu Village has 195 households, 751 people, and 1,453 acres of arable land. It specializes in toon, persimmons, walnuts, jujubes, etc., among which toon is the most famous.