Kunming city is the "heart" of Yunnan province (China), with a mild climate all year round, imbued with the intersection of the dynamism of a modern city and the melancholy of historical relics hundreds of years old.
Coming to Kunming in the evening, an unmissable activity is to immerse yourself in the colorful space of Kunming's Old Quarter, especially the Quang Hoa Street area in the Five Flower District.
Strolling on the paved roads, the sweet fragrance spreads leading visitors to a famous Joy Bakery, a "famous" specialty of Yunnan region.
Rose cakes here are handmade with a thin thousand-layered crust, along with a unique flavor. The light sweetness and mild aroma of the filling ingredients combined with the fat content of butter create a delicate flavor, captivating any diner. Enjoying a warm cake right at the store is the best way to feel the breath of this land.
If rose cake is a gentle bass note, then night street food in Kunming Ancient Town is a vibrant song with the characteristic flavors of China. The cuisine here is famous for using chili peppers and spicy spices.
Along the ancient town, visitors can easily find smoky grill stalls. Slices of meat and vegetables marinated richly, grilled on charcoal and covered with a layer of spicy chili powder will make visitors "exclaim" while eating. Besides, bowls of noodle soup across the bridge or hot spicy rice noodles are also ideal choices to warm your stomach in the chilly night of the city.
To balance the spicy and hot taste, don't forget to visit the brilliant fruit stalls stretching throughout the neighborhood. Kunming is a large "fruit shed", where visitors can find typical Chinese fruits.
Ending the night stroll on Quang Hoa street, each visitor will realize that Kunming is not only beautiful in its scenery but also charming because of its diversity in cuisine and the hospitality of local people. Kunming Old Quarter is truly a destination that "awakens all senses" worth experiencing.
