Huaiyuan is located in the transitional zone between the north and south cultures in China, with rivers and mountains, four distinct seasons, rich products and colorful food culture.

Famous local specialties include Tushan roast chicken, Huaiyuan pomegranate, Wang Huaiyu, Chou He whitebait, Sifang Lake crab, Bailianpo Gong Mi, Huaiyuan fresh peach, Shagou watermelon and Gaolaozhuang cucumber.

Special snacks include: raw fried meatballs, raw fish, grilled miscellaneous fish, farmer's jiaozi, bean cake, crispy magnolia, pickled jiaozi, and Longkang bad fish.