China travel answer · Food
What food should I try in Hongcun?
Reviewed 2026-09-19 · Conditions and policies can change
Direct answer
Signature foods in Hongcun include Hui-style braised pork, Stinky mandarin fish, Bamboo shoots, Huangshan baked rolls. Choose a mix of specialist restaurants, markets and simple local meals rather than trying everything in one sitting.
What to know
- ●Look for a reputable local version of Hui-style braised pork.
- ●Look for a reputable local version of Stinky mandarin fish.
- ●Look for a reputable local version of Bamboo shoots.
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