Group 1 - The "Grand Canal Cultural Belt" dialogue event between Beijing and Hangzhou was launched on May 29, 2025, at the Beijing Grand Canal Museum, showcasing cultural symbols and culinary heritage from both cities [1][3] - The event featured a cultural symbol exhibition themed "Canal Wind and Things," highlighting the regional characteristics and aesthetic life of Beijing and Hangzhou [3] - The exhibition included a tea break space with traditional tea service, emphasizing the cultural significance of tea in Beijing, where a bowl of tea costs only 0.02 yuan, reflecting the spirit of entrepreneurship and community [1][3] Group 2 - The Hangzhou exhibition area showcased the history and culinary techniques of Hangzhou cuisine, led by renowned chefs, and featured a creative cold dish called "Thousand Miles of Grand Canal" [3] - The Beijing exhibition area highlighted the cultural confidence of time-honored brands, featuring live demonstrations of Peking Duck preparation and showcasing various traditional snacks and creative products [3]
京杭两地特色美食汇聚大运河畔