During our visit to China, we arranged for all-inclusive packages. The primary benefit of an all-inclusive package tour is its convenience. Similar to our experience here, following our day tour to discover breathtaking sights, we were taken straight to the restaurant where we could just sit down, enjoy our meal and relish the flavors. It’s really a stress free experience.
One of the most delightful aspects of visiting Beijing is not just the stunning attractions but also the incredible food. The thrill comes from the surprises in store regarding the meals as the tour groups have their dining experiences organized by the guides who choose the restaurants and the dishes that will be served.
We don’t have any issues regarding our morning breakfast throughout the entire tour from Beijing to Zhangjiajie. Since we are booked at a 5-star hotel, we enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast. Right from the start of the day, I was already relishing the meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
What I can share with you is the delightful lunch we had at JinChang Sheng Restaurant in Beijing. JinChang Sheng Restaurant (ZuoAnMen) serves Chinese and Cantonese cuisine. My fellow travelers and I were happily surprised to taste the genuine cuisine that the restaurant offered us.
It’s our third day on tour and we had a delightful lunch. Even though I’m not acquainted with some of the dishes presented, our guide chose the food for us, so we didn’t have to glance at the menu. Everything was already well arranged by them.
One of the great things about our daily meals while touring China is the constant presence of fresh vegetables. Whether they are stir-fried or steamed, there’s always something fresh served at the table. This really helps in maintaining a healthy diet.
Upon our arrival at the restaurant, we were split into two groups, each assigned to a round table. The food was already prepared on the table when we got there, and additional dishes would be served one by one afterwards.
I managed to sneak some candid photos of my group inside the restaurant before the food was served.
We enjoyed approximately 8 courses of food, so let’s get started!
The Peking duck is looking great, perfectly cooked, and the smell is fantastic. It was incredibly delicious, and the skin is wonderfully crispy. It’s sure to be the star of the table.
The star of the meal is the delicious Peking duck, it is the restaurant’s specialty.
Carving the breast into thin pieces along the breastbone, then do the same on the other side. It seems quite simple to carve since the knife is sharp, that’s the key to achieving perfect slices.
So far, the best among the rest.
Here’s how we wrapped the Peking duck. Lay one fine strip of Peking duck flesh on a tortilla wrapper, followed by the stalk of spring onions and cucumber, add a spoon of sweet Hoisin sauce on top and lay another strip of Roast duck and wrap.
This is how it looks before wrapping. Wrapping roast duck is crucial as it helps to create the ideal bite that brings together crispy skin, tender meat, fresh scallions, cucumber, and a delicious sauce.
Sautéed thinly sliced chicken, cucumber, black fungus, and finely cut strips of carrots. Healthy dish prepared, it’s a Sauteed vegetables.
Sauteed mixed vegatables.
Beef and potato stir-fry.
Sautéed beancurd cubes with black fungus and bell pepper.
Sauteed thinly sliced chicken breast with bell pepper.
Sauteed cauliflower is a flavourful dish.
Sauteed vegetable spaghetti strips. It looks like a pasta.
The private dining room
Seafood, along with vegetarian options, is abundantly available in the restaurant, reflecting China’s rich culinary history of vegetables. This diverse culinary tradition emphasizes the importance of daily market visits to procure fresh, seasonal ingredients, which include live fish and colorful vegetables.
JinChang Sheng Restaurant (ZuoAnMen)
Address: ZuoAnMen Inner Main Street Zuo An XiYuan Community 1, Beijing China