Taste the rich flavors of autumn at Tsinghua

Editor’s note: 

With the chill in the air, you might find yourself craving some warm and cozy comfort food. Here are a few dishes from our editor’s picks that you might want to try out this season.

No words can truly describe the comfort of having a hot pot on a chilly day after a hectic schedule. This Lamb Stew Hot Pot is the perfect remedy. Lan Yuan serves a generous portion of lamb at an extremely reasonable price. Beware! The hot pot experience is serious business here - it arrives on a candle-lit stove, keeping it piping hot. To top it off, it includes complimentary soup and rice.

*Lan Yuan is situated in Zhao Lan Yuan, near the Old Gate, right across from McDonald's. You will find this delicious Lamb Stew Hot Pot on the second floor of the Lan Yuan canteen.

The ultimate combination of carbohydrates and happiness - Mashed Potatoes with Noodles. It is perfectly fine to indulge yourself on a cheat day (or every day!), rewarding yourself with the pure joy that only carbs can bring. This popular dish from the 4th floor of Zijing Canteen is a fan favorite. The hint of spiciness elevates the flavor, making it the ideal comfort food for cozy autumn days.

This beef brisket noodle dish is undoubtedly among the finest available in town. The broth is packed with rich tomato flavor and comes with a generous serving of tender beef brisket. For those who crave an extra kick, you can enhance the experience by adding their signature Hunan Chili, which takes this food symphony to a whole new level. You can find this delight at the Hunanese Noodle stall in Dingxiang—the canteen at the corner of C Building and Xuetang Road.

This bowl of soup is the perfect choice for every Cantonese coming to Tsinghua! As autumn arrives, how could we miss out on tasting this delicious treat? Tender pork ribs, carefully selected and simmered to blend with the rich flavors of mushrooms, come together to create a piping-hot bowl of goodness. Drinking soup has many benefits, like soothing the throat, nourishing the body, and helping to dispel internal heat. Next time, join me at Zijing Yuan Canteen, 3rd floor, for a warm, tasty bowl of soup!

As autumn approaches, what better way to welcome the season than with a delicious dish that perfectly captures the essence of fall? Steam fish! On the 3rd floor of Zijing Yuan, you can have this delicious meal!

Let’s imagine this: tender, flaky grass carp, slowly simmered to perfection, soaking in the rich, aromatic flavors of preserved mustard greens. Every bite of the fish is infused with the subtle, earthy fragrance of the greens, making each mouthful a burst of savory delight.

But that's not all! Underneath the fish lies a surprise—chunks of braised tofu, delicately absorbing the flavorful broth. The contrast between the soft tofu and the succulent fish creates a perfect balance of textures, adding a new layer of depth to this already irresistible dish. 

Got a favorite dish we missed? Let us know in the comments!