WANG JI YAO JIA WEI

It was almost 2pm when we decided to go to Yaojiawei Xiaolou. We called and the waiter said we could go. When we arrived, there were basically no customers, but the waiter still served us patiently. We ordered the famous Suzhou squirrel mandarin fish. It might be a taste problem. The fish was fresh, but it tasted too sweet. All the dishes were sweet. The clam meat and golden flower cauliflower were not so astringent after adding sugar, and they tasted better, but it would be better if the sugar was not so much. The environment is also very good, spacious and bright.

Yesterday, my uncle invited us to a New Year's Eve dinner early at Yao Jiawei in Xinzhuang. This restaurant is very popular right now, with a lot of people. You have to make reservations months in advance and order good dishes. It's almost New Year, so there are even more people. The quality has dropped, the dishes were not hot when they came out, and the taste was bad. The prices are a bit high. I guess it will be the same during the New Year.

I'm not kidding! Compared to the throngs of Shantang Street, Lili Ancient Town is a true treasure trove of Jiangnan water towns! It's incredibly uncrowded yet retains its charm. It's said to be the inspiration for Wong Kar-wai's "Prosperity"! Every photo you take is a stunning ancient masterpiece! 📸 🔥A comprehensive guide to must-see spots: 1️⃣ [Liuyue Museum] An incredibly magical private museum owned by a foreigner! 100,000 antiques tell the story of 5,000 years of Chinese history. The curator is a passionate foreigner and incredibly engaging! 🕘9:30-18:00 🎫40 yuan 2️⃣ [Liu Yazi Memorial Hall] Travel back in time to the Republic of China era! Recreating the life of a cultural figure, the museum is filled with the fragrance of books. 🕘9:00-17:00 🎫Free 3️⃣ [China Tinware Museum] Explore new possibilities with tin! The craftsmanship is truly exceptional, and the exquisite tinware pieces will leave you mesmerized! ✨ 🕘9:00 AM - 4:30 PM 🎫Free 4️⃣ [Cha Yin Teahouse Second Floor Window View] A must-see for influencers! Open the window to stunning canal views, and wear Hanfu for stunning photos! 📸 5️⃣ [Dongshengtang Folk Museum] Witness the romance of the Jiangnan people! The vintage wedding furniture is stunning, and the dowry boxes are perfect heirlooms! 🚶‍♀️Best Guide to Visiting: • Wear Hanfu or a modern Chinese style! Every corner of the ancient town is photogenic. • Take a boat tour 🚣‍♀️ for a truly Jiangnan experience (ticket price: 35 yuan) • The sunset is especially beautiful in the evening, when there are fewer tourists! 🍜Foodies, check this out! The authentic "Three Treasures of Lili": 1️⃣ Wang Ji Spicy La Jiao: Appetizingly sour and spicy, it's simply irresistible (look for Wang Ji Yaojiawei). 2️⃣ Wrapped Intestines: Super cleanly prepared, the burst of juicy flavor is simply intoxicating. 3️⃣ Feng Ji You Dumplings: Crispy golden crust, and the shredded radish filling is incredibly fragrant! 💡Practical Tips: 📍Address: Lili Ancient Town, Wujiang District, Suzhou City 🚗Transportation: Self-driving is recommended, about an hour from Suzhou city. ⏰Suggested Visit: 4-6 hours is more than enough. 📅During National Day, there will also be magic shows and folk music performances! It's a truly atmospheric experience! This is truly the quietest Jiangnan ancient town I've ever visited! No need to queue or crowd, and your photos will be filled with empty space. The food is also authentic and delicious! Before it goes viral, go grab it! 💃 #JiangnanAncientTown #FewCrowdedBeautifulScenery #UncommonAttractionsInSuzhou #WhereToGoDuringNationalDay #UncommonTravelDestinations

How can you miss Suzhou local cuisine when you come to Suzhou? Coincidentally, there is a treasure restaurant on the first floor of the hotel where we stayed, Wang Ji Yao Jia Wei Xinzhuang Branch. There is a row of waiting seats at the entrance of the restaurant, so you can imagine that it must be crowded with customers on weekdays. It was past eight o'clock in the evening when we entered the restaurant, and there were still many customers. The waiter guided us to sit at a table that was being cleaned, and after a while, we cleaned up and started to order. The first choice is the braised eel, which is a representative of Suzhou local cuisine. Suzhou eel is a rare delicacy with tender meat and delicious taste. This dish is bright red in color, tender in taste, and rich in soup. It should be a perfect match with rice. The second is Suzhou-style intestine and lung soup, which is made with pig large intestine and pig lung as the main ingredients. It is known as the "Second Soup of Gusu" and is an authentic local delicacy in Suzhou, especially in winter. His intestine and lung soup is milky white, fragrant, not greasy, and the intestines and lungs are soft and rotten, without any peculiar smell. I was very curious, how could it be so fragrant without too many spices? Scallion oil broad beans are a specialty of Jiangsu and Shanghai, characterized by salty, fresh, tender, and strong onion fragrance, reflecting the essence of local culinary culture. His scallion oil broad beans are slightly sweet, slightly less salty, but with a strong onion fragrance, refreshing and greasy. Scallion oil noodles originated in Shanghai and are an important part of the local food culture. They are popular in Shanghai, southern Jiangsu and surrounding cities. I am a noodle lover. I hugged a big bowl of scallion oil noodles that had just been served and started to feast on them. Unfortunately, the noodles were large and my stomach was small, so the fragrant noodles were left. Finally, let's talk about the sweet-scented osmanthus bean paste dumplings given by the store. His bean paste is dense, the dumplings are soft and glutinous, and the sweetness is moderate. As soon as I picked up the bowl, I could feel the faint fragrance of osmanthus. It is an excellent dessert that warms the stomach and the heart. The average consumption per person is 84 yuan.

I recommend a Suzhou restaurant at the entrance of Wen Zhongyuan. The price-performance ratio is really super high. The dishes taste good, but a little oily, so you must book early. The first floor is mainly for individual customers, and the second floor has private rooms. You can get a parking ticket for parking.