Luoyang, as the ancient capital of the 13th Dynasty, has never lacked food. It is also known as the "soup city" and has always been a "paradise" for food lovers. However, it is a pity that there are few scenes in the CCTV food documentary "China on the Tip of the Tongue". After several seasons of broadcasting, we finally found a scene of Luoyang food, which appeared as the opening title in the fifth episode of the second season: Peony Swallow! Although it is a supporting role, seeing this short scene is enough for me to remember this Luoyang food!

Speaking of this dish, it is said that it was called "Luoyang Swallow Vegetable" before, and the later "Peony Swallow Vegetable" is said to be due to Premier Zhou. After tasting it, he gave the evaluation that "Luoyang peony is the best in the world, and peony flowers can also be produced in the dish", and from then on "Luoyang Swallow Vegetable" got the name "Peony Swallow Vegetable". This dish is beautiful in shape, delicious in soup, sour and spicy, smooth and palatable, and rich in cultural connotation. It has always been one of the delicious foods that people can't miss when they come to Luoyang. As for where to eat authentic peony swallow dishes, Xiaobian will tell you slowly! According to legend, Peony Swallow Dish began in the Tang Dynasty and has a history of more than 1 years. It is also one of the famous banquets with a long history preserved in China. Also known as Paeonia suffruticosa. The main ingredients are white radish, sea cucumber, squid and chicken. There are so many legends about it, of course, we can't get around the first queen Wu Zetian. The most unique feature of this dish is that the ordinary white radish is carefully cooked through multiple processes to make the taste of bird's nest. What's more, the dish is drenched with soup, just like a peony flower with a dazzling yellow color floating on the noodle soup, which makes people clap their hands!

then, which ones are worth recommending for foreign tourists who want to eat authentic peony swallowtail?

First of all, the most famous is the "Really Different Hotel" located in the old city. Founded in 1895, it has a history of more than 1 years. It is an old Chinese brand and a famous Chinese restaurant (it's too easy to list them one by one, so you can check for yourself if you are interested). However, the price rises with the name, and you can go to the dining table inside. The biggest highlight is that there are shop assistants dressed as ladies-in-waiting and eunuchs who can arrange dishes for you, and you can also explain the allusions of the dishes like "tour guides", so that you can enjoy Luoyang in the food.

Secondly, Xiao Bian is more inclined to "take care of the water mat", especially for ordinary people (foodies). Guanji water mat is very famous in the alley in the old street. I have also been selected as one of the 1 best restaurants in China. Fried meatballs with sour soup, sliced pork with soup, peony swallowtail, sweet potato with honey sauce, eight-treasure rice, etc., served with steamed bread. Don't say how exciting it is!

there are many other water mat buildings, such as Luoyang water mat garden, Jiankun water mat palace, Jiufu water mat old shop, etc. There are many names that can be mentioned, so I won't list them here. Everyone has a different taste, so it's up to you "old eaters" to taste it yourself. I wonder if there are any netizens who like draft seats? The comment area is waiting for you!