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Empowering the "UNESCO City of Gastronomy" Brand:Second Batch of Zheng He Family Banquet Restaurants Unveiled in Quanzhou
When Quanzhou was officially recognised as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy in October, the accolade confirmed what locals have long known: this ancient port breathes food culture. Now, riding the momentum of this global honour, the Quanzhou Taiwanese Investment Zone has announced a second cohort of 14 accredited "Zheng He Family Banquet" restaurants, presenting plaques to newly certified venues.
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Quanzhou's "Mountain–Sea Chef King" Competition Adds New "Chef's Table Storytelling" Event
On November 13, the pre-competition briefing for the 2025 Quanzhou Mountain–Sea Chef King Competition was held, bringing together nearly 200 chefs who have advanced to the finals.
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Quanzhou Advances Integrated Gastronomy Strategy Following Its Designation as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
Newly designated as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, Quanzhou has launched a coordinated planning process to strengthen its culinary ecosystem and promote cross-sector collaboration.
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Nearly 200 Chefs Advance to the Finals of the Quanzhou "Mountain–Sea Chef King" Competition
On 19–20 November, three sub-competitions—the Quanzhou Culinary Star Skills Competition, the Quanzhou Snack Skills Competition, and the Quanzhou Rural Cuisine Skills Competition—will take place at the Quanzhou Honour International Hotel in Donghai.
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Quanzhou Shines Again as a "City of Gastronomy": Minnan Flavours Triumph on the African Stage
At the World Chinese Cuisine Competition (Africa Division) recently held in Nairobi, Kenya, the Hutou Snack Delegation from Quanzhou impressed judges and audiences alike with their exceptional craftsmanship and cultural depth—winning two Special Gold Awards, two Gold Awards, and one Silver Award.
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Exciting News: Quanzhou Named UNESCO City of Gastronomy
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The 2025 "Fengze District Master Chef of Land and Sea" Crowned
The 2025 Fengze District "Zanhua Banquet" Culinary Competition and Master Chef of Land and Sea Contest was successfully held at the Quanzhou Binhai Grand Hotel, celebrating the rich heritage and creative evolution of Minnan cuisine.
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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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