Recently, the sleepless Three Kingdoms City, an immersive cultural tourism and performing arts complex themed around the Three Kingdoms period from 220 to 280 AD in Guangyuan, Sichuan province, Southwest China, has attracted many travelers with the enticing aroma of local dish "Pao Tang Yan", also known as "Chef's Pork Soup Banquet".

Tourists sample the Pao Tang Yan. [Photo provided to cngy.gov.cn]

The "Pao Tang Yan" offers a distinctive culinary journey with steamed pork, roasted choices, and cold appetizers, highlighting the genuine flavors of Sichuan. Made from premium local ingredients and a range of nourishing herbs, these dishes are slow-cooked to achieve perfection. The smell of these simmered dishes drifts through the ancient-style streets, attracting visitors who come together to savor the food and share stories and laughter with loved ones.

This is my first time trying the 'Pao Tang Yan'. It's incredibly delicious and brings back memories of when my grandmother used to cook for me," said an excited visitor, Wang Kefan.

Since its opening in August, the Three Kingdoms City has become a new highlight of the local night scene. Drawn by the food options, the city is busy with visitors, and the launch of the "Pao Tang Yan" has added even more dining choices for tourists.

"We took advantage of the school break to visit the Three Kingdoms City today. It's very lively, with many activities for tourists. The 'Pao Tang Yan' is reasonably priced, and my whole family loved it," said a visitor, Wang Hong.