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Exciting News: Quanzhou Named UNESCO City of Gastronomy
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World Heritage Quanzhou: Flavours from the Maritime Silk Roads Shine at China Chef Festival
Suzhou, October 19, 2025 — The 34th China Chef Festival and 2025 China Culinary and Catering Expo concluded successfully after three days of celebration, competition, and culinary exchange. As a city at the forefront of China's bid for UNESCO's "Creative City of Gastronomy" title, Quanzhou took centre stage with the theme "Quanzhou Savor;Global Flavor."
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The Secret Behind Quanzhou's Ginger Duck:Is It "Ginger + Mother Duck" or "Old Ginger + Duck"?
As autumn deepens, the aroma of ginger duck drifts through the alleys of Quanzhou's ancient city, wrapping the air in warmth and spice. This steaming pot of comfort—beloved by locals as the ultimate cold-weather dish—carries more than just flavour.
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Quanzhou's 2025 Mountain–Sea Chef King Competition Launches Inaugural Rural Culinary Track
Centred on the theme "Selecting Rural Flavours, Inheriting Craftsmanship," the salon previewed the inaugural Rural Culinary Skills Contest, a major highlight of the expanded 2025 Quanzhou Mountain–Sea Chef King Competition.
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Quanzhou Launches Inaugural Rural Culinary Challenge in Expanded 2025 Mountain-Sea Chef King Competition Three Competition Streams Ignite Culinary Innovation
The 2025 Quanzhou Mountain-Sea Chef King Competition, currently underway across the city, has introduced a significant upgrade this year with the launch of its first-ever Rural Culinary Skills Contest.
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Quanzhou Hosts "Industry-Education Integration: Nourishing the Future" Forum to Explore New Paths for Culinary Education and Industry Development
On October 14th, the sixth edition of the "Zayton Food Talk" culinary salon took place at Huaguang Vocational College in Quanzhou.
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Quanzhou's "Mountain & Sea Chef King" Competition Heats Up Showcasing Local Flavors and Shaping the City's Culinary Identity
Since the launch of the 2025 Quanzhou Mountain & Sea Chef King Competition—the city's annual culinary skills championship—in September, regional qualifying rounds have been taking place across Quanzhou's counties, cities, and districts. Each locality has been selecting its top culinary talents to advance to the citywide finals.
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Delicious Food, Thoughtful Stays: Visitors Rave "We'll Be Back to Quanzhou!"
From the culinary charm of "One County, One Signature Dish" to the warmth of "affordable, traveler-friendly hotels," guests departed saying, "We'll be back!"
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Savoring the Ancient City, Embracing Local Vibes ——Visitors from Across All Over China Praise: "Quanzhou's Food Is Truly Delicious!"
Crispy oyster omelettes, silky noodles in umami-rich broth, aromatic beef stew, and tender duck simmered with ginger—this National Day holiday, the ancient city of Quanzhou has captivated visitors from all over China with its distinctive culinary culture.
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"Jinjiang Seaweed" Shines at the 23rd China Green Food Expo — Quanzhou's Signature Fishery Brand Gains Attention
Quanzhou, 29 September — The 23rd China Green Food Expo, themed "Green Food · Boosting Consumption," recently concluded in Yinchuan, Ningxia.
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