ABOUT

But for me, the soul of travel is split equally between scenery and food! I’m an incurable “foodie traveler.” I deeply believe that to truly understand a place, you must start with its flavors. I chase not just Michelin stars, but the vibrant street food scenes where life sizzles: In Chengdu, I queued late into the night for a bowl of fiery, numbing hotpot skewers swimming in red oil; in Shunde, Guangdong, I savored melt-in-your-mouth fish sashimi and slow-simmered, soul-warming broths; in Kashgar’s Xinjiang bazaar, the aroma of freshly baked samsas (Uyghur meat pies) rooted me to the spot; back in my Northeast hometown, a bubbling pot of suancai bairou guo (pickled cabbage & pork hotpot) stewed up waves of deep nostalgia… I relish trying every novel food, from Beijing’s pungent douzhi (fermented mung bean juice) to Guangxi’s iconic luosifen (river snail rice noodles). My palate is always wide open for “unknown deliciousness.”

It was this relentless thirst for the new and unexplored that finally led me to make the “crazy” yet absolutely right decision: I quit my high-paying job to become a full-time traveler! This wasn’t escape; it was embracing life’s vast possibilities. Walking the roads, meeting diverse people, hearing their stories, and feeling the wisdom of different cultures – this fills every day with passion and freshness.

Today, my travel experience goes far beyond “enthusiast.” I know the unique charms, best seasons, and transport tips for different Chinese regions. More importantly – I know where to find soul-stirring hidden gems and the most authentic, heartwarming local flavors. I’ve lived it, stumbled through the pitfalls, and built up a wealth of practical know-how.

And this is exactly what I want to share with friends from all over the world! China, this ancient yet pulsatingly vibrant land, holds unimaginable diversity and depth. But for foreign visitors, language barriers, cultural differences, and information overload can be daunting, sometimes causing them to miss the truly spectacular parts.

Here’s what I want to help you with:

• Which places are truly worth it: Skip the crowds, discover breathtaking secret spots and unique treasure attractions.

• How to eat like a local: Recommend the most authentic, delicious, region-specific restaurants and street stalls. Decode menu culture, teach you how to order safely, and enjoy the purest Chinese flavors.

• Practical travel nuggets: Offer advice based on real experience – from visas and transport to accommodation and shopping, from cultural customs to safety tips.

• Immersive cultural experiences: Suggest activities that let you dive deep into local life, like learning to make dumplings, experiencing a tea ceremony, or joining ethnic minority festivals.

I believe travel connects the world, and food is a universal language. Through my sharing, I hope to help foreign friends explore China more easily, deeply, and joyfully – falling in love with its landscapes, culture, and flavors.