Beijing Roast Duck

Thanks to its reputation as a valuable "Beijing duck", Beijing roast duck has a long history, and is an important part of Chinese culture. Beijing duck spread to Europe and America a hundred years ago. As early as Southern Song period, Beijing duck has become one of Lin'an (today's Hangzhou) food brands, and Later, the technology of roast duck was passed on to Beijing, and it became a rare treasure in the royal palace of both the Ming and Qing dynasties. After the founding of People's Republic of China, the reputation of roast duck grow both in China and abroad. It has been said that Premier Zhou enjoys roast duck and has it prepared for guests at every opportunity. The development of China in recent years has resulted in an increase in the number of people coming into the country, this is beneficial to the tourism industry, particularly the restaurants which serve Beijing roast duck as a rare Chinese delicacy. It has more stringent requirement in terms of the selection of duck and the production process thus making it an acquired taste.

Going to the Beijing roast duck is one of the must things to do in Beijing for the tourists to experience Chinese culture and Beijing Culture.

Quan Ju De Roast Duck

Quan Ju De roast duck is the most famous restaurant serving roast duck, its popularity is due to its unique cooking process: Quan Ju De uses the hanging furnace method when preparing their duck dishes. It is necessary to change their position constantly, once they enter the furnace, this enables the whole body to be grilled to perfection. This ensures that the skin of the duck is thin and crispy.

Beijing Address:
Zheng Yang Men branch: Dong Jiao Ming Lane 44, Dong Cheng district Beijing
Yu Quan Lu branch: Yu Quan Lane 44, Haiding distrct Beijing
Chang Ping branch: Yangguang Building, Chengguan Town Beijing
Ming Gong branch: Xi Bei He Xi Li 16, Chao Yang distrct
Jing Song branch: Building 826, Jingsong 8, Beijing Chaoyang distrcit
Guo Meng branch: Jingxin Building, East Third Ring Road, Beijing Chao Yang district
Ya Yun Cun branch: Hui Zhong Bei Li 309, Beijing Chao Yang district
Wang Fu Jing branch: Shuai Fu Yuan Alley, Beijing Wang Fu Jing
He Ping branch: Building 14, Qian Men Xi Alley, Beijing Xuan Wu district

Pian Yi Fang Roast Duck

Compared with the Quan Ju De roast duck, Pian Yi Fang roast duck has a longer history and a good reputation, with more than 600 years behind it. Beijing roast duck is mainly divided into a braised furnace and hanging furnace, which are represented by Quan Ju De and Pian Yi Fang respectively. Moreover, Pian Yi Fang has applied for the "national intangible cultural heritage protection" by virtue of the 'duck stew furnace technique. Most restaurants today prefer this technique of preparing roast duck over the 'hanging furnace technique.

Beijing Address:
Wen Men Wai Alley 5, Beijing Chong Wen district
Xing Fu Alley 36, Chong Wen district
Zhuo Cheng Alley 101, Haiding district
Xin Xi Alley 33, Haiding district
Zhen Fu Feng Alley 2, Feng Tai district

Tai Dong Roast Duck

Although Tai Dong roast duck is not as famous as Quanjude, it is an increasing famous catering brand. It has a good reputation particularly among foreigners and it is the most frequented restaurant by foreign embassies.

Beijing Address: North Mouth of Tuan Jie Hu Building 3, Chao Yang Distrct

Li Qun Roast Duck

Liqun Roast Duck is located at Beijing's small courtyard, the house is very small but rich in ancient Beijing style and décor. There are many tables located both outside and inside the house because Liqun Roast Duck generates a lot of interest amongst foreign guests. It is worth mentioning that the chef at Liqun Roast Duck worked at Quanjude for many years. The flavour of the duck is very authentic as he stays true to the authentic Chinese way of preparing his dishes,,

Beijing Address: Bei Xiang Feng Alley 11, Chong Wen district

Restaurants which specialize in roast duck in the Beijing area include Tian Wai Roast Duck, Wang Fu Jing Roast Duck and Tian Ya Li Roast Duck. Liu house offers demonstrations on how to prepare Beijing roast duck. Demonstrations are conducted by professional chefs and the audience is encouraged to participate throughout the presentation. Do you want to experience the Beijing roast duck in Beijing, do not hesitate! At the same time, visit Beijing special restaurants to get more information about Chinese food culture and special snacks. You must be complicated by Beijing's traffic and confused by the choice of tourist attraction and accommodation in Beijing.Gift-Tours offers the information of accommodation you will need for your travel in Beijing.

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