As millions across China reunite for Lunar New Year feasts, one regional tradition stands out like a peacock’s plumage! 🌸 Reporter Yang Jinghao takes us to Yunnan’s Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture, where families celebrate with a literal showstopper: a 26-dish \"peacock banquet\" arranged to mimic the bird’s vibrant tail.
💡 Why peacocks? Locals revere them as symbols of luck and beauty. Each dish—from tangy lemon chicken to aromatic pineapple rice—is crafted with locally foraged herbs and presented in dazzling colors. \"It’s like edible art,\" says chef A Mei, whose family has prepared the feast for generations. \"The banquet isn’t just food; it’s our story on a table.\"
Young travelers are flocking to experience this tradition, blending Dai and Jingpo culinary heritage. Pro tip: Don’t miss the saulu bamboo fish, marinated in wild peppercorns! 🎋🔥 For foodies and culture buffs alike, this feast proves that in Yunnan, Spring Festival isn’t just a meal—it’s a multisensory journey.
