Sojourning is not only about encountering scenic vistas, but also about indulging the palate. From street snacks to refined banquet dishes, every delicacy by Dianchi Lake embodies the region’s natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Today, let us take our taste buds as guides and embark on a gastronomic journey titled “Sojourning in Yunnan: A Culinary Journey Along Dianchi Lake.”

Long Couplet on a Plate: When 500-Li of Dianchi Lake Scenery is Served to the Table

What does it feel like to taste the "First Long Couplet of Ancient and Modern Times"?

At the inaugural Dianchi Lake Special Cuisine Competition in the Dianchi Resort Area, the Daguan Pavilion Long Couplet Banquet made a stunning appearance—

“Emerald Feathers and Crimson Clouds” — a visual feast of red and green

“Spring Willow” — tender buds in the dish

“Summer Lotus” — sweet and fragrant blossoms

“Crab Islets and Snail Reefs” — bursting with fresh aroma

Each dish is a painting of Dianchi Lake, blending flavor with culture—an instant “color, aroma, and taste”. With each bite, it’s not only a sensory delight but also a tongue-tapped interpretation of Kunming’s cultural roots.

Taste of Everyday Life: Yunnan Food Memories from Village Streets

Leaving the elaborate banquet, the vibrant street life of the resort area also brims with aroma.  

Dayu Street’s Sunday Market in the rustic alleys:

- Slow-cooked mutton soup with clear broth and tender meat  

- Fragrant milk fermented glutinous rice that evokes childhood memories  

- Soft, sweet steamed rice cakes with a melt-in-your-mouth texture  

- Traditional Muguashui (ice jelly), refreshing and cooling for summer heat  

These flavors hidden in alley corners embody craftsmanship’s warmth—each bite an authentic taste of Yunnan culinary essence.

Ancient Village Gastronomy: The Fishery Aesthetic of Haiyan Village

Follow the aroma to explore the historic Haiyan Village, a provincial-level cultural heritage site:  

Must-Visit Spots:  

Watermill-Renovated Village History Museum — showcasing the village’s century-old stories through mud sculptures at the “Dianchi Lake Fishing Festival” and traditional homes like “Yikeyin”.  

“Benai” Café — where fishery memories collide with the aroma of coffee, perfect for capturing artsy photos.  

Intangible Cultural Heritage “Qiao Ma Pea Flour” — made over a traditional wood-fired stove, smooth and flavorful, with a spicy, secret sauce.

Don’t miss nearby Shicheng Village’s “Dianwang Laojiang Fish”! Thick sauce coats tender fish; paired with a bowl of rice, it’s an unbeatable comfort food.

Summer Special: Nighttime Adventures with the “Mushroom Hero”

Yunnan's Wild Mushroom Feast Begins After June Thunderstorms!  

Must-visit: "Mushroom Forest" at Morgan Avenue—an exclusive wild mushroom hotpot:

- Boletus — silky and smooth  

- Macrolepiota albuminosa — sweet and honey-like  

- Lactarius — crunchy, juicy, and tender  

Remember: Mushrooms must be cooked thoroughly for safety and optimal flavor!

Feast by Dianchi Lake:

Where Landscape Becomes a Banquet.

Sojourning in Dianchi Lake Resort

is not merely to pass through—

but to use your taste buds as a pen

to write a philosophy of residence

filled with culinary poetry.