As a coastal city, Qingdao’s specialties are mainly seafood, and there are also some unique snacks and handicrafts. The following are the top ten specialties that can be taken away from Qingdao:

1. Tsingtao Beer: As one of the most famous specialties of Qingdao, Tsingtao Beer is a must-buy souvenir.

2. Oyster pancake: This is a traditional snack in Qingdao. It is stir-fried with fresh oysters. It tastes crispy and delicious.

3. Sea cucumbers: Qingdao’s sea cucumbers are famous for their excellent quality and delicate taste, and are known as “treasures of mountains and seas”.

4. Clams: Qingdao is the origin of clams. The fresh clams are delicious and very popular among tourists.

5. Scallion pancake: This is a thin and crispy snack, consisting of dough and green onion pancakes, and is delicious.

6. Marshmallows: Qingdao’s marshmallows are soft, sweet and delicious, and are a specialty suitable for young people and children.

7. Conch: Qingdao’s conch is praised for its high quality and delicious taste.

8. Loach: Qingdao’s loach is a traditional local snack with a cute appearance and delicious taste.

9. Sea urchin: Qingdao’s sea urchin is praised as “ocean gold” for its crisp texture and delicious taste.

10. Amber sugar: This is a traditional handicraft made of honey and crystal sugar. It is transparent in appearance and amber in color. It is a good gift.