Beijing is the capital of China and an important representative city of northern food culture. The text mentions exploring hutongs to find locals' favorite braised food shops and dumpling houses in residential areas, ordering non-spicy braised tofu, roasted flatbread, etc., suitable for families with children to experience street food and traditional northern noodles.
Xi'an is the capital of Shaanxi Province and an ancient city with a rich street food culture. The article highlights it as a typical northern city, suggesting parents look for family-style restaurants and dumpling houses near residential areas to let children taste traditional noodles and home-cooked dishes in a humble setting.
Guangzhou is a culinary hub of Lingnan cuisine, famous for Cantonese dishes and dim sum. The article suggests taking children to old neighborhoods' Cantonese-style cheung fun shops and small community eateries near markets, choosing smooth-textured cheung fun, light steamed dim sum, etc., for an authentic dim sum and neighborhood experience.
Chengdu is the capital of Sichuan Province, renowned for Sichuan cuisine and snacks. Despite Sichuan's preference for spicy flavors, the article emphasizes visiting local family-style restaurants, wonton or noodle shops to request 'non-spicy with more vegetables,' selecting mildly spicy or non-spicy dishes for kids to enjoy Chengdu's vibrant food culture while considering their taste.
Qingdao, a coastal city in Shandong, is famous for its seafood. The article suggests dining at local seafood stalls frequented by residents, selecting clearly priced venues and ordering simply made, mild-flavored dishes like steamed fish and boiled prawns, with less salt, making them suitable for children.
Xiamen, a coastal city in Fujian, is rich in seafood and Minnan snacks. The text mentions visiting small porridge shops in neighborhoods to order boat porridge, lean meat porridge paired with fried dough sticks, etc., as porridge has a soft texture and mild flavor, making it ideal for children as a staple food or late-night snack.
