October 31st! Tiantai! 2025 China Taizhou · Snacks Food Carnival Kicks Off
Deciphering the Code of "World City of Gastronomy" Application
Presenting a Feast of High-Level Culinary Arts
Unlocking the Essence of Taizhou Cuisine
Gathering the Finest Delicacies from Mountains and Seas
October 31st – November 2nd
"Harmony of Mountains and Sea · Shared Prosperity Through Gastronomy"
2025 China Taizhou · Snacks Food Carnival
held in Tiantai County, Taizhou City
You are cordially invited to
This feast for the senses, savoring the charm of Harmony
Part 01 Event Dates
Event Dates: October 31st – November 2nd
Opening Ceremony: 15:30 – 16:00, October 31st
Part 02 Venues
Main Venue:
Tiantai County Tourist Distribution Center, Taizhou City
(Invitational Competition, Food Market, Opening Ceremony)
Supporting Venue:
Tiantai Taihe Kaiyuan Mingdu Grand Hotel
( Seminar, Taizhou Cuisine Exchange and Tasting Event )
Part 03 Organizers
Host: China Cuisine Association
Supporting Organization: Zhejiang Tiantai Mountain Tourism Group Co., Ltd.
Co-organizers: Zhejiang Catering Industry Association, Jiangsu Cooking Association, Fujian Catering and Cuisine Industry Association, Hong Kong Catering Industry Association, Macau Catering Industry Association, Taizhou Catering Industry Association, Taizhou Taizhou Cuisine Culture Research Society, Taizhou Snack Association, Tiantai Catering Industry Association
Undertakers: China Cuisine Association Large Events Department, China Cuisine Association Competition Office, Taizhou Cultural Media Co., Ltd.
This Carnival features
High specifications, Rich content, and Numerous highlights
Through
"One Seminar, One Competition, One Tasting, One Market"
Four core sections
Showcasing the unique charm of Taizhou cuisine comprehensively
Gathering of Culinary Masters' Wisdom
Jointly Planning the Blueprint for "World City of Gastronomy " Application
2025 World Gastronomy Cities Development Seminar
Time: 09:00 – 12:00, October 31st
Venue: Tiantai Taihe Kaiyuan Mingdu Grand Hotel
The seminar will invite government representatives from cities already awarded the "World City of Gastronomy" title, leading catering enterprises, academic institutions, and renowned industry experts and scholars to gather in Taizhou. They will collectively explore the deeper connotations and development paths of food culture, comprehensively interpret the application criteria, operational experience, and industrial resources related to "World City of Gastronomy," assisting Taizhou in initiating its application work.
Seminar Highlights
He Xiaoxia, Director of Taizhou Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television, Tourism and Sports, will deliver a sharing session titled "Applying for 'World City of Gastronomy', Taizhou is Full of Drive!"
Wang Han, writer and Chief Advisor of the Taizhou Cuisine Culture Research Society, will give a keynote speech on "Taizhou Cuisine: A Cut Above the Rest in Freshness," focusing on Taizhou's food culture.
Experts will deeply analyze the construction path and action logic for "World City of Gastronomy" from the professional perspective of UCCN (UNESCO Creative Cities Network) evaluation.
Representatives from cities that have successfully applied for "World City of Gastronomy" – Chengdu, Shunde, Macau, Chaozhou – along with representatives from the Hong Kong Catering Industry Association, will share targeted keynote speeches based on their own experiences, providing practical references for Taizhou's application.
Top Chefs Compete in a Peak Showdown
Presenting a Feast of High-Level Culinary Arts
2025 Taizhou Cuisine Cooking National Invitational Competition
Competition Time: 08:30 – 17:10, October 31st; 08:30 – 11:30, November 1st
Award Ceremony: 14:00 – 14:30, November 1st
Venue: Tiantai County Tourist Distribution Center
33 top-tier enterprise and academic institution teams from across the country will compete on the same stage, showcasing exquisite culinary skills and innovative concepts to create a dual feast for the eyes and palate.
The competition requires participants to complete 4 dishes within 150 minutes: one creative designated dish centered on "yellow croaker," two signature dishes (one hot, one cold) of their own choice, and one exquisite pasta item, comprehensively demonstrating the integration of culinary skills and creativity. The judging panel will evaluate contestants' performance based on four aspects: preparation, professional cooking, dish presentation, and taste & texture.
Judging Panel Lineup
Sun Dashi (Sun Master): Vice Chairman of the Chinese Cuisine Association Master Chef Committee, National Vocational Skills Competition Judge, Registered Chinese Culinary Master
An Yuan: Executive Chef of Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, recipient of Special Government Allowance from the State Council, Vice Chairman of the Chinese Cuisine Association Master Chef Professional Committee
Hu Manrong: Culinary President of Fujian Shishi Rongji Group, Vice President of Fujian Catering and Cuisine Industry Association & Chairman of the Master Chef Committee, Expert Advisor for Quanzhou's World Gastronomy City Application, Registered Chinese Culinary Master
Liu Yuanjian: Registered A-Level Judge of China Cuisine Association Vocational Skills Competition, Vice Chairman of Fujian Catering and Cuisine Industry Association Master Chef Committee, Registered Chinese Culinary Master
Lei Wenhua: National First-Class Catering Judge, Vice President of Putian Cooking Association, Registered Chinese Culinary Master
Zhu Guoxing: Vice President of Wuxi Cooking and Catering Association, National Skills Competition Judge, National First-Class Judge, Registered Chinese Culinary Master
Wu Jian: Vocational Skill Level Certification Examiner, National Vocational Skills Competition Judge, Registered Chinese Culinary Master
Wu Xianming: Leader of National-Level Culinary Skills Master Studio, Registered Chinese Culinary Master
Lou Chengbin: Director of the Master Chef Professional Committee of Ningbo Catering Industry and Cooking Association, National Vocational Skills Competition Judge, Registered Chinese Culinary Master
Jin Guangwu: Outstanding Craftsman of Zhejiang, Senior Examiner for Vocational Skill Level Certification, National Vocational Skills Competition Judge, Chinese Culinary Master
Liu Xiaomin: National Skills Competition Judge, National First-Class Catering Judge, Senior Examiner for Zhejiang Provincial Skills Talent Evaluation, Chinese Culinary Master
Zhu Jie: Vice President of Zhejiang Cuisine Research Association, Senior Examiner for National Vocational Skill Certification, National Competition Judge, Chinese Culinary Master
Seeking the Fresh and Sweet Flavors of Taizhou
Unlocking the Essence of Taizhou Cuisine
Taizhou Cuisine Exchange and Tasting Event & Harmony Food Culture Exchange Meeting
Time: 18:30 – 20:30, October 31st
Venue: Tiantai Taihe Kaiyuan Mingdu Grand Hotel
Centered around Taizhou cuisine, the event will highlight five representative dishes: Home-Style Braised Yellow Croaker, Free-Range Chicken Broth with Chive-Fragrant Octopus, Soft-Boiled Crabs with Rich Roe, Sea Sandworm Vermicelli, and Simmered Veal with Solomonseal. It will also feature a Taizhou Specialty Snack Experience Area and a Harmony Culture Snack Area, showcasing local delicacies such as Fried Shrimp Paste Rolls, Jiao Bing Tong (stuffed pancake rolls), and Egg White Coated Sesame Balls, allowing attendees to intuitively experience the unique charm of Taizhou's food culture while savoring the tastes.
A Gathering of Delicacies from Across the Nation
Building a Grand Gastronomic Feast
"Harmony of Mountains and Sea" Food Snacks Market
Time: October 31st – November 2nd (Daily 10:30 – 20:00)
Venue: Tiantai County Tourist Distribution Center
As the vibrant heart of this Carnival, the "Harmony of Mountains and Sea" Food Snacks Market brings together nearly 80 specialty food vendors. From Taizhou's authentic local flavors to regional specialties from across the country, it's a one-stop destination to satisfy your culinary curiosity. Stepping into the market is like entering a bustling encounter where the essence of mountains and sea meet amidst the hustle and bustle of life.
Translator：Jiayang Lin