The 15th National Games, currently underway, is not only a prestigious platform for athletes to compete for gold medals but also a celebration of the rich culinary heritage of Guangdong province, Hong Kong, and Macao. The event has become a gastronomic journey for thousands of spectators and journalists alike. At the main press center in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong, organizers have curated a diverse menu featuring iconic dishes from across the province. Highlights include shrimp dumplings, rice noodle rolls, braised goose, and beef balls, showcasing the region’s culinary expertise. Since November 9, 21 cities in Guangdong have taken turns hosting food-themed days at the press center’s restaurant, presenting a total of 168 specialty dishes. During Shantou’s themed day, dishes like braised goose and beef balls left both domestic and international journalists impressed by the city’s unique rice noodle preparations. This edition of the National Games, jointly hosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao for the first time, has drawn over 3,200 registered journalists from media outlets worldwide, further amplifying the cultural and culinary exchange.
