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Move over, avocado toast! Northwest China’s fiery Tianshui malatang has become the latest social media sensation, sparking a culinary tourism boom in Gansu Province. This mouth-numbing hot pot variant is drawing foodies nationwide like moths to a flame – and we’ve got the spicy details!
The dish’s magic lies in its locally sourced Maiji peppercorns and Gangu chili peppers, creating a signature ‘soul flavor’ that tingles taste buds into submission. Travel platforms report searches for Tianshui trips jumping 186% in a week, with hotel bookings up 40% year-over-year. Talk about hot pot-ential!
Local vendors are riding the viral wave, serving steaming bowls packed with noodles, veggies, and that addictively spicy broth. One street food influencer told us: ‘It’s like a flavor fireworks show – first comes the chili kick, then the peppercorn buzz!’
While this food trend burns bright, experts say Tianshui’s blend of social media savvy and culinary tradition could rewrite the recipe for China’s regional tourism boom. Who’s ready for a spice adventure?
– and we’ve got the spicy details!
Travel platforms report searches for Tianshui trips jumping 186% in a week, with hotel bookings up 40% year-over-year. Talk about hot pot-ential! 
One street food influencer told us: ‘It’s like a flavor fireworks show – first comes the chili kick, then the peppercorn buzz!’ 
Who’s ready for a spice adventure?
