Visitors to Zhangjiagang are spoiled for choice when it comes to delicious local specialties, offering a variety of options for unique souvenirs.
Tuolu cake
Address: No 49, Zhongjie street, Tianzhuang Ancient Town, Fenghuang town
Freshly baked Tuolu cake are golden and full, with a variety of fillings including pork lard, red bean paste, sesame, and osmanthus. The blend of sweet and savory flavors is sure to captivate anyone at first bite.
Tuolu cake. [Photo/WeChat account: zjgwtgl]
Fenghuang tofu
Address: No 4, Beijie Street, Tianzhuang Ancient Street, Fenghuang town
Fenghuang tofu is a celebrated intangible cultural heritage food of Zhangjiagang, crafted through a meticulous 12-step process. Its rich bean aroma and lingering taste offer a range of options, from silky tofu pudding to savory dried tofu, catering to every palate.
Plum blossom cake
Address: Kangxin road, Houchen subdistrict (about 90 meters south of Houchen Kindergarten)
Shaped like a plum blossom, these cakes feature a golden, fluffy exterior encasing a generous filling. The warm, soft texture evokes sweet childhood memories for many locals.
Luyuan chicken
Address: No 356, Laozhai road, Yangshe town
With over 200 years of history, Luyuan chicken was renowned throughout the region during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). The beggar's chicken made from it boasts tender, juicy meat infused with the fragrance of lotus leaves, leaving a lasting impression.
Shazhou Youhuang yellow wine
Address: Shazhou Youhuang Cultural Park
Originating from Houchen subdistrict, Shazhou Youhuang offers a warm and mellow taste that gently spreads the fragrance of Jiangnan glutinous rice. Innovatively, they have ventured into crossovers with products like yellow wine popsicles, nougat, and milk tea — proving there's no limit to their creativity.
Chrysanthemum Wine
Address: About 140 meters north of the intersection of Xiashi road and Jinan avenue
Dating back to the Southern Song Dynasty (1127–1279), the Heyang area of Zhangjiagang was famous for its chrysanthemum wine. Brewed with local japonica rice, glutinous rice, and wild chrysanthemums, it offers a sweet and refreshing taste, with every sip transporting you back to the ancient taverns of a thousand years ago.