A: Eat and drink

A1) High-end restaurants mainly include Shuyou, Belle, Harbor City, Honor, etc. Among them, Jiali's cucumber meat soup and sea and mountain bones are a perfect match, and the tofu pudding dessert after the meal is very smooth, tender and sweet. The desserts included in the honorary tea are very authentic. These restaurants are relatively respectable, and they specialize in swallow-tailed abalone wings, etc. In fact, you can eat them all over the country, and the taste is passable. I think the best swallow-tailed abalone wings are in Shantou City. It is said that the chefs there are very well-paid and don’t I am willing to go out of town, so the taste is authentic. Both Jiali and Harbor City have branches by the sea, and the food paired with the sea view is really a highlight.

A2) Mid-to-high-end restaurants mainly include Mudan, Yazhu, etc. Among them, Yazhu’s octopus and bamboo shoot jelly are the signature must-order dishes. The newly opened hotel in Mudan is of 5-star standard. In fact, the food inside is delicious and the price is very affordable. The "Blessed Family" in Bailuzhou has a very good geographical environment. You can enjoy the night view of Xiamen at night, and the price is reasonable. Many restaurants recommend Xiamen's specialty Tulong soup, which is said to be aphrodisiac, but now most of it is farmed, and the actual effect is average. It is recommended to order a similar seabass and eel soup to taste better. Fried crabs are generally available in restaurants of all sizes, which is a special practice in Xiamen and reflects the delicious taste of crabs. When ordering, ask the store owner if they want to use Xiamen's unique "Yan mother crab". This species looks similar to ordinary crabs, but after frying, the crab paste turns yellow, fragrant and refreshing, and is much more delicious than the common red crab paste.

A3) For food stalls, we recommend Yaling Restaurant under Shangli Reservoir. Boiled squid can be added with meat soup, live shrimps, etc. The soup is refreshing and sweet, and it goes well with wine. There are also a wide variety of other seafood. . The owner of Zhengyuan Restaurant at the intersection of Douxi Road sells fish. The ingredients are fresh and cheap. The cool head shop opposite Park Primary School serves octopus and cone snails with a few stir-fried dishes. It’s a pleasure to drink beer on the roadside, but occasionally the city management will disturb you. A short food stall opposite the No. 1 Kindergarten. The signature dishes are sea melon seeds (from May to October every year), fried fish maw with pickled bamboo shoots, miscellaneous fish in sauce and oil, cold cone snails, fried crabs, etc. The boss buys vegetables in person every day, so most of the ingredients are fresh and tender, and the prices are very affordable; Zeng Kee Basketball Court Food Stall in Tsang Cuo An is a place where people from the village often gather. The ingredients are rich and the prices are reasonable. The signature dish is fish porridge; Jiacun’s fried tofu is a special pancake hotpot in Xiamen. Customers sit in the alley and cook tofu, seafood, etc. on the frying pan while they are cooking. They enjoy it even if they are smelly of oily smoke.

A4) In the countryside around Xiamen, for weddings and weddings or feudal festivals such as "Pudu", you usually buy seafood, spices and other raw materials yourself, and ask a specialized chef to have a feast in your yard. Because the ingredients are authentic and the chefs don't cut corners, the dishes are authentic, fresh and hygienic. It’s fun to set up a few tables for friends and family to eat and drink. The more guests there are, the more honorable the host feels. I sometimes bring friends who are on vacation in Xiamen from other places to join us for banquets, and the guests and hosts enjoy themselves.

A5) Xiamen also brings together various cuisines from all over the country. The more famous ones are "Erwa Boiled Live Fish" Sichuan cuisine behind Benma New Village; "Xiangjiang Red" Hunan cuisine; and "Xin Hakka" Hakka cuisine Most of the famous restaurants in the country have branches in Xiamen. Japanese food, Thai food, Korean food, Brazilian barbecue, etc. are all available. Buddhism is very popular in Xiamen, and most homes have Buddhist niches and tea sets. It can be considered a characteristic culture of southern Fujian. Therefore, many temples have vegetarian restaurants open to the public, and various commercial districts also have specialized vegetarian restaurants.

A6) Snacks mainly include Shacha noodles, duck porridge, etc. The most authentic Shacha noodles are the "Sili Shacha Noodles" in the Lakeside Sili Vegetable Market and the "Park Shacha Noodles" in Baijia Village. , the "Wutang Shacha Noodles" on Minzu Road is very famous and tastes good, but the service attitude is very average and the price is a bit expensive; the "Fuyu Datong Duck Porridge" opposite Datong Primary School has the most authentic taste and is open 24 hours a day .

There is a restaurant nearby called "Mingyue Prawn Noodles" whose shrimp soup has a mellow taste, not inferior to the "Prawn Noodles" by the lake on Pinang Road; the "Wu Zaitian Snack Bar" at the entrance of Meiren Mountain is authentic and cooked by Wu Zaitian himself, including taro buns Bianshi and other kinds of Xiamen’s authentic snacks. The “Jiawei Zaitian Snack Shop” in Ferry is actually just Wu Zaitian’s old location. Many people misunderstand that it is Wu Zaitian’s shop. In fact, the taste is very different; the old brand “Hao Qingxiang Restaurant” was originally Wu Zaitian’s shop. There are a lot of snacks, but I don’t know why the taste has changed a lot in recent years, so I don’t recommend them. The "Laosong Bianshi" opposite the Federal Plaza on Hexiang West Road has a smooth texture and is worth a try. The old store is near the eight cities and is not very popular. Good parking; the "Lianhuan Snack Bar" in the side alley of Jukou Street on Zhongshan Road is the best. The oysters are plump and round and fresh. The boss often cooks them himself. The heat is just right. The sweet potato powder is mixed with the oysters. It's delicious, plus eggs, ginger, garlic and other condiments, and you'll be drooling after eating it. The store also has pig's trotter soup spring rolls and other snacks that are also delicious, but the environment is average, but compared to the delicious food, it's just that; There are two "Sixi Shacha Barbecue" restaurants at the end of the street. The innermost one is the authentic one. The barbecue is served with lettuce and Coca-Cola in a glass bottle. It has a first-class taste. The "Liyou Salted Duck" has now been distributed to various markets. It is delicious and A convenient dish to go with drinks; "Yaliang" opposite Jingmin Hotel has authentic duck noodles and five-spice noodles. The "Ginger Duck" on the Xilin Xili BRT resettlement street is made by putting Muscovy duck in a casserole with a bed of old ginger and roasting it. It is very delicious and the aroma can be smelled from a distance.

A7) There are about 8 barbecue restaurants downstairs of Jinyi Cinema in Mingfa Plaza. Most of them can eat grilled fish outdoors without being chased by the urban management. The atmosphere is good, but be aware that some businesses will deliberately overcount. money. Opposite Xianyue Road Cultural Center, "Laoliang BBQ" and "Sanguo Grilled Fish" are next to each other. You can have beer and barbecue on the roadside. The grilled fish and oysters of Sanguo are good, and the chicken wings and meat skewers of Laoliang are good. Lao Chen Oyster is about 500 meters away from SM Plaza. The grilled fish is fresh and will taste good. The grilled fish and wings at "Qigong Grilled Wings" on Datang Shijia Street in Huli are very delicious, and the ingredients and tableware are also very clean. The "Zheergen Grilled Fish" at Kaixuan Market on Hexiang East Road is added with herbs, so eating grilled fish will not cause you to get angry. The "Charcoal Grilled Oysters" diagonally across from Datong Elementary School is a signature dish, and the grilled mussels are also good. Jiangfeng Fishing and Fire BBQ in Bay Park has a first-class environment with mountains and sea, and the taste and price are average. Barbecue restaurants are usually open until 3 am.

A8) The cafe environment in Xiamen is good, among which the coffee street to the west of Marco Polo Hotel is the most typical, facing Yuandang Lake, with red flowers, green trees, blue sky and clear water. There are about 10 cafes on the street, most of which are converted villas, with open-air street seats. The one with better Western pastry is "Calumbi", but the service is not very enthusiastic, and communication is basically relying on shouting. It is recommended to look for stores with call service bells and avoid making loud noises, otherwise you will easily attract a lot of looks. This street is where Xiamen’s fashionable men and women and luxury cars gather. You can often see Ferraris, Lamborghinis and other high-end cars. There are few parking spaces on this street, and the police frequently copy license plates; there is a coffee shop "Ms. Zhao's Shop" near the pier on Gulangyu Island with good music and a petty bourgeois decoration, suitable for daze; the "Waterfront Coffee" on the edge of the Second City is close to Zhongshan Park Surrounding the lake, the environment is elegant, the food is good, and there are regular concerts, movies and other activities; there are several coffee shops such as "Brown Sugar" in Nanhua Road, Xiamen University, very close to each other. The decoration is simple, the consumption is not high, and most of the customers are students. It’s a good choice if you want to relive your college life. You can see some small coffee shops in the prosperous areas of Xiamen. They are not large in size but have their own characteristics. It is common to encounter surprises around the corner.

A9) The density of tea shops in Xiamen should be ranked first in the country. You can often see 5-6 tea shops on the street less than 100 meters away. The tea shops in the streets and alleys are warm and hospitable. It will show the unique Kung Fu tea ceremony in southern Fujian and allow customers to taste several different flavors for free. Even if they don’t buy it after trying it, the store will smile and want to give it away (except for the tea stores designated by the tour group). Many tea store owners are in surrounding towns and villages. We grow and make tea ourselves, so the tea leaves are fresher and updated quickly. If ordinary tourists want to buy some to take home as gifts for relatives and friends, they can buy it for about 200 yuan per catty and drink it fresh and refreshing. Stores usually give away exquisite independent small packaging and gift boxes, as well as simple Kung Fu tea sets. Xiamen also has sky-high prices for tea, making it a treasure hunt for tea connoisseurs. Most Xiamen people have tea sets in their homes and companies, and guests are accustomed to chatting while making tea. This is also a unique tea culture in Xiamen.

From the perspective of health preservation, I strongly recommend that everyone drink tea or coffee as little as possible, let alone as the main beverage, but drink warm water.

A10) The famous desserts are "Huang Zehe Peanut Soup" on Zhongshan Road; "Slimei" shaved ice at Federal Plaza on Hexiang West Road. The ice is very fine, with a light milk flavor, and the fruit inside The red bean and taro balls are all very fresh. Eating a bowl in summer is really a refreshing treat for the taste buds. The store is relatively small and there are so many people, so it is best to avoid peak hours.

G1) Gulangyu Island is only 5 minutes away from Xiamen Island by ferry. Sunlight Rock is the symbol of Xiamen. There are so many tourists and the scenery is not bad. In fact, the most charming thing about Gulangyu should be the old villas along Zhangzhou Road. Because Gulangyu used to be a concession, there are consulates with architectural styles from all over the world, and they are all classical structures from the 1930s. They are very nostalgic and worth spending a few days. Go and savor it. Some old villas have also been converted into family hotels, giving you a unique flavor when staying there. The Xiamen Museum itself is a classic building, also called the Bagua Tower. Organs are often on display inside, which has a strong artistic and cultural atmosphere. The scenery is good, there are not many tourists, and it is relatively clean.

G2) Although the botanical garden does not have many exotic flowers and plants, the overall vegetation is well maintained. Especially the Baihua Hall inside is not as beautiful as the Suzhou gardens, but it still has winding paths even in the summer. Also refreshing and pleasant. There are many gardens with different themes in the botanical garden, which are suitable for resting and admiring while climbing, and are also suitable for hanging out with flowers.

G3) The Garden Expo is located on the outer coast of the island, about 15 kilometers away from the city center. It brings together horticultural and architectural masterpieces from all over the country and even the world. There is also a large waterfront musical fountain show in the evening. It takes at least 2 days to completely explore it, and it is worth savoring. If you really don’t have time, just take a battery car and see the sights. Half a day is enough.

G4) Nanputuo Temple is very popular, and during the Guanyin Christmas period three times a year, it is crowded with people starting from the evening. The buildings in the temple have a long history and the statues of gods are solemn and solemn. The vegetarian dishes taste good, and the vegetarian pies use green ingredients. They are suitable for drinking with tea or as gifts for relatives and friends. Next to the temple is Xiamen University, which is known as the most beautiful university campus in China. It is surrounded by mountains and sea, and there are two beautiful lakes, which is very suitable for serious study or romance.

G5) Jimei Ao Garden is the mausoleum of Mr. Tan Kah Kee. From the site selection, layout to stone carvings and other details, everything reflects the admiration of the general public for him. It is also said to be a treasure of southern Fujian architectural art. . Tan Kah Kee is the banner of patriotic overseas Chinese in modern times and has always been an idol respected by thousands of people in Xiamen. The nearby Jimei School Village and the Xiamen University on the island were both donated and built by him, but his personal life was very simple, which is very suitable for businessmen to commemorate and study. Tourists often complain about the uncivilized behavior of the vendors and merchants at the entrance. It is recommended not to shop or dine here.

G6) Xiamen also has many small attractions, such as Huli Mountain Fort, Bailuzhou Park, Haicang Wildlife Park, Ocean Park, etc. From my point of view, they are not considered to be popular in Chinese cities. The best, but if you have enough time, you might as well visit it.