Savour the Seafood

Seafood is the heart of Ningbo cuisine, with traditional techniques being used to highlight the natural flavours of fresh fish, crab, shrimp and shellfish. Dishes such as yellow croaker and drunken crab are popular picks that carry light seasoning and freshness. 

Explore Local Street Food

The best place to start sampling is at the local markets and food streets. Trying snacks and smaller dishes is the best way to discover different flavours and your own preferences before working your way up to fine dining. There are plenty of restaurants and hotels such as Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Ningbo that offer top-tier dining experiences. 

Try Ningbo Tangyuan

A culinary staple in Ningbo, Tangyuan is a dish consisting of soft glutinous rice balls stuffed with sweet sesame paste and served in a warm broth. Traditionally prepared for celebrations and family gatherings, this dish is an important part of Ningbo’s Culture. 

Try Salted and Preserved Flavours

Ningbo has a variety of traditionally preserved foods such as salted fish, pickled vegetables and fermented ingredients that play a major role in preparing traditional dishes. These preservation techniques also represent that region’s long-standing coastal lifestyle.