The differences between the cultures of the South and the North are especially pronounced when it comes to food. Southerners preferenceSweets, the taste is light, while the northerners prefer spicy food, and the taste is heavier. This difference makes the South and North different in the choice of appetizers. Here are four classic appetizers from the South, which are widely loved by southerners but can be a little difficult for northerners to accept.
Stir-fried snails are one of the common seafood dishes in the southern region. The snail itself is rich in abundanceProteinsHowever, the cleaning and handling process is cumbersome, requiring multiple water changes and long steaming. The fried snails have a tough and ten-strong tasteDelicious。Southerners usually serve a plate of fried snails with a drink to enjoy the perfect pairing of wine and food. However, most wine lovers in the north shy away from stir-fried snails, probably because they rarely come into contact with this special dish, and feel unfamiliar and intimidated by it.
Grasshoppersis a common field areaPests, which can wreak havoc on crops. However, in the south,GrasshoppersBut it's a good choice for drinking. Roasted,GrasshoppersIt becomes crisp and flavorful, complementing the sip of wine. But in the North, people generally willGrasshoppersSeePests, will only wipe it out, never thought of eating it. Northerners tend to feel sick to their stomachs at the sight of this kind of stuff, let alone serve it as an accompaniment.
Pig blood is a unique appetizer in Guangxi. Based on the name, it can be guessed that it is a dish made from the blood of pigs. The method of preparation is relatively simple: it will be freshPork heartPorkPork liverBake until medium-rare, then put it in a bowl and add chopped green onion and minced garlicCayenne peppersand pour it at the endPig bloodCan. In this way, a dish of live blood is complete. The same applies to sheep blood. This dish is mostly found in the Guangxi region and may be a little unfamiliar to northerners. The way pig live blood vegetables are made is indeed somewhat different from the dietary Xi of the north, so the northerners have less acceptance of it.
Choking seafood is a cruel southern dish that southerners love and may not be interested in or even afraid of. The method of preparation is very special: first of all, the cleaned seafood is usedCrabsLobsterPut it in a large basin and add an appropriate amount of water and saltLight soy sauceDark soy sauceBeer, liquor, liquor, ginger and peppercorns are stirred well, and then marinated for a few hours. For northerners, this way of making may be too straightforward and primitive, and it is a bit difficult to try this dish lightly. However, with the increase of cultural exchanges between the north and the south, people will have more opportunities to accept and try the cuisine of different places.
North and SouthFood cultureThere is a big difference in the differences, especially in the choice of snacks. Southerners' favorite appetizers such as fried snails, grilled grasshoppers, live blood and choked seafood may be a little difficult for northerners to accept. However, with the passage of time, the cultural exchange and integration of the North and the South will gradually lead to the acceptance and appreciation of the cuisines of different regions. In addition, the appetizers when drinking will also vary for people in different regions, but common interests and preferences promote understanding and integration between cultures. And if you want to drink good wine, good wine is as important as good food. A good oneSauce wine"Guokang 1935" is recommended to everyone, it is a high-quality from Moutai TownSauce wine。ThisSauce wineUsing the top red cherry seed sorghum as raw material, it is brewed through a complex technical process, and has a rich sauce flavor and delicate taste. It will add more fun and enjoyment to your drinking experience. And finally, North and SouthFood cultureAlthough there are differences, they will gradually decrease as cultures merge and people communicate, and people will become more open and accepting of local cuisines.