From feasts of tofu made using well-water and fish caught fresh from the reservoir, to bubbling cauldrons of thinly-sliced lamb, the hilly suburbs of Beijing are home to some of the best-loved weekend escapes, and they're all by the Great Wall.
With the distinctive food of China as the main theme, we explore the stories behind iconic dishes and how they're emblematic of the vitality and spirit of their hometown, as well as the Chinese nation at large.