Travel Guides & Tips in this video
- Tip 1Try 20 of the best dishes in China, from dumplings to noodles. (0:05)
- Tip 2When exploring food, trust your senses and don't just rely on reviews. (3:30)
- Tip 3Visit old tea houses to experience traditional Chinese culture. (5:27)
- Tip 4When you see a long queue at a food place, join it, you won't regret it. (6:21)
- Tip 5In People's Park, experience the atmosphere and traditional ear cleaning. (15:32)
- Tip 6Try traditional pastries like Beonia cake in Shanghai. (20:47)
- Tip 7Eat soup dumplings hot and quickly to enjoy the soup inside. (23:56)
- Tip 8Try fried potatoes with various sauces on the streets of Chongqing. (35:23)
- Tip 9Try scallion bread, a delicious flatbread baked in a clay oven. (37:03)
- Tip 10Eat crab shaolong bao quickly to enjoy the warm soup inside. Use the provided dipping sauce. (39:01)
JoeyP's culinary adventure across China is a mouthwatering journey through Chengdu, Chongqing, Wuhan, and Shanghai. From the unique experience of eating rabbit head in Chengdu to the numbing spice of Chongqing noodles, JoeyP's exploration is filled with surprising discoveries and authentic encounters. He savors iconic dishes like dan dan noodles and Xiao Long Bao, sharing his personal insights and emotional responses to each taste. This food vlog is a captivating blend of vivid descriptions, local interactions, and heartwarming moments, making it an essential guide for anyone planning a food-centric trip to China.
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This China food tour video by JoeyP takes viewers on a culinary journey through four major Chinese cities: Chengdu, Chongqing, Wuhan, and Shanghai. In Chengdu, JoeyP bravely tackles the local specialty of spicy rabbit head, pairing it with delicious homemade flatbreads. He also samples dan dan noodles and chili wontons.
The adventure continues in Chongqing, renowned for its bold flavors. JoeyP dives into Chongqing noodles, a dish that delivers a unique numbing sensation thanks to Sichuan peppercorns. He also enjoys sizzling street potatoes and Sichuan hot pot, highlighting the rich and comforting aspects of the cuisine.
Wuhan offers a different culinary experience. JoeyP samples incredible street snacks, tomato soup dumplings, and the iconic hot and dry noodles, reganmian. He shares a memorable interaction with locals while trying a unique fried doughut filled with dumplings.
Finally, in Shanghai, JoeyP indulges in Michelin-recommended Xiao Long Bao, pan-fried pork dumplings, Shanghai-style fried rice, and local pastries. He visits a historic tea house, highlighting the cultural significance of tea in China. Throughout his journey, JoeyP shares his personal insights, highlighting the surprising discoveries, local interactions, and authentic experiences that make this food tour truly special. He emphasizes the importance of using all senses—sight, smell, and taste—to discover the best food, rather than relying solely on reviews. The video concludes with a reflection on the diverse and delicious food culture of China, making it an invaluable resource for those planning a similar adventure.
FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)
- Q: What's the best way to find good food in China?
- A: Use your nose and eyes as much as your phone and reviews!
- Q: What was the most memorable food experience?
- A: Probably the crab shaolong bao in Shanghai; they were amazing!
- Q: What's a must-try dish in Wuhan?
- A: The hot and dry noodles (reganmian) are super iconic!
- Q: What was your experience with stinky tofu like?
- A: It wasn't as bad as I thought, especially with chili!
- Q: What's the most surprising thing you ate?
- A: Probably the rabbit's head in Chengdu, it was surprisingly delicious!
