In the bustling food stalls of Guangdong, at family dinner tables across southern China, and increasingly in the teacups of wellness enthusiasts worldwide, one humble ingredient has reigned supreme for over seven centuries: chenpi — aged tangerine peel. But not just any chenpi. The most revered comes from Xinhui, a district in Jiangmen City, Guangdong Province, where … Read more
Recently, a traditional Chinese herbal product called Huajuhong has attracted unexpected international attention. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying recently mentioned Huajuhong in a public discussion about traditional Chinese health culture. After the comment appeared in news reports, many people became curious about this little-known Chinese specialty. For travelers exploring China, Huajuhong is actually something … Read more
If you travel through China, you may notice shop signs that read “Huazhou Juhong” (化州橘红). At first glance, it doesn’t look like a famous tea brand or a modern supplement. It looks traditional, almost understated. Huazhou Juhong — more commonly known as Huajuhong If you ask a local what to do for a cough, there … Read more
In southern China, there is a coastal district called Dianbai, in Guangdong Province. Over the past years, it has grown into one of China’s most active agarwood production areas. It is not a tourist market built for display. It is a working industry — plantations, workshops, oil distillation rooms, carving studios, and wholesale trading all … Read more
When people search for Chinese intangible cultural heritage, traditional Chinese folk festivals, or authentic rural customs in China, most results focus on famous UNESCO-listed traditions or large city events. But in Western Guangdong, there is a powerful village-based celebration that brings together multiple forms of Chinese folk culture, ritual performance, traditional opera, martial heritage, and … Read more