Autumn bites in Xinwu district

Maibing, or crispy cake, is a traditional dessert in Xinwu district, Wuxi. [Photo/WeChat account: xinwu_wx]

In October, Xinwu district not only boasts a cool breeze and falling leaves, but also various seasonal delicacies.

Hairy crab

Hairy crabs are a staple of Wuxi dinner tables in fall. There are many ways to cook them. The most common way is to steam the tied-up crab for 15 minutes after cleaning its belly to maintain its original flavor. It can also be baked with salt, stir-fried it, or soaked in liquor.

Chestnuts

The autumn breeze in Wuxi contains traces of roasted chestnuts, which are usually made in sand with brown sugar. So pick a shop and enjoy the chestnuts while they are still hot.

Osmanthus food

The osmanthus usually blooms in October. It can be made into various foods, such as osmanthus cake, osmanthus syrup and steamed lotus root stuffed with glutinous rice.

Mutton soup. [Photo/WeChat account: xinwu_wx]

Cai A'shui mutton

Cai A'shui mutton is well-known for being the oldest restaurant in Meicun, serving mutton in a variety of different ways. The restaurant dishes out all kinds of mutton, from soup served in the traditional way to the more modern mutton with cumin.