A Gastronomic Journey Neijiang Culinary Canvas

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4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Delve into Neijiang's rich culinary heritage on this immersive food tour, where you'll savor 5 distinct dishes recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage. Guided by bilingual experts, explore the science behind each flavor through interactive cooking demonstrations and ingredient tracing. From the signature Daqian's Dry-Braised Fish to the Wang's Family Beef Banquet, each stop offers a unique taste of local traditions and techniques. Experience the famed Blood Orange and learn about the local sugarcane spirit distillation. This 4-hour journey through 'Sugar City' promises a deep appreciation for Sichuan's gastronomic wonders.

- Duration: 4 hours, daily from 14:00 to 18:00
- Minimum participants: 6, ensuring a personal experience
- All tastings included; vegetarian options available upon request
- Meeting Point: Gate 1, Wanda Plaza Neijiang (Coach Parking Area)

What's Included

Bottled water
Entrance fee
Snacks
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will waiting for you at the gate 1, Wanda Plaza Neijiang(Coach Parking Area)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We will go to the Daqian's Dry-Braised Fish Workshop · Duration: 45 minutes · Core Commentary: Discover the story behind this signature Sichuan dish created by the artist-chef Zhang Daqian, famous for its "no visible sauce" cooking technique that locks in flavor. · Extended Knowledge: The global auction records of Zhang Daqian's personal menus + the secret behind controlling the cooking heat to perfection.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Shijia Spicy Yellow Catfish Non-Fiction Experience · Duration: 50 minutes · Core Commentary: Taste wild Yellow Catfish from the Yangtze River tributaries, slow-cooked in ceramic jars with a ancestral blend of 28 secret spices. · Extended Knowledge: The grading system for Sichuan river fish + a live demonstration by a heritage bearer on the technique for removing the fishy taste.

    50 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Zizhong Blood Orange Orchard Visit · Duration: 30 minutes · Core Commentary: Sample the renowned Blood Orange, a National Geographical Indication product, uniquely grown in the 30°N golden planting belt. · Extended Knowledge:A comparison of anthocyanin content in different citrus fruits + how harvest timing affects the fruit's sweetness.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Sugar City Sugarcane Spirit Distillery · Duration: 35 minutes · Core Commentary: Learn about the traditional distillation process used to create a local artisan spirit from sugarcane molasses. · Extended Knowledge: A flavor profile comparison between Chinese sugarcane spirits and Caribbean rum + how the historic sugar industry shaped Neijiang's food culture.

    35 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Huawen Wang

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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