Sometimes it’s hard to push out of your comfort zone when it comes to food. Even if you don’t consider yourself a picky eater, you may think twice before trying a fried scorpion, tarantula, or starfish.
That said, if you find yourself in China’s storied capital city and want to deviate from your typical diet, look no further than Beijing’s own Wangfujing Snack Street.
The highlight of Wangfujing is Wangfujing Snack Street, an offshoot just west of the main street that offers a wide array of snacks from areas all over China. At night, the street comes alive with residents and tourists eager to sample the various snacks available for purchase.
In addition to standard fare, bolder visitors can sample out of the ordinary dishes such as scorpion, centipede, tarantula, snake, turtle, seahorse, and starfish. Some of the aforementioned dishes could be daunting at first sight; however, sampling some of these dishes will certainly make for an unforgettable experience.
Along with snack vendors, the street is filled with a variety of different bars that are perfect for enjoying casual drinks with friends. Furthermore, along with snacks and drinks, visitors can purchase souvenirs for friends and family at one of the many shops along the busy market street.
Wangfunjing is the perfect area to spend a night out on the town while sampling unfamiliar cuisines – just be sure to visit with an empty stomach…
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