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]

Group 1 - The event "2025 China Grand Canal Cultural Belt Beijing-Hangzhou Dialogue" aims to promote the protection, inheritance, and utilization of the Grand Canal culture, gathering various stakeholders from politics, industry, academia, and research [1] - The dialogue will feature a "1+1+5" model, with one main venue in Tongzhou District and a special sub-venue in Xicheng District, along with five expansion districts, showcasing the cultural charm of the Grand Canal through various activities [2] - Accompanying activities include dragon boat races, a play titled "Going North," a night music concert, and a light show, with additional cultural markets and food festivals planned in various districts [2][3] Group 2 - The high-end dialogue will focus on two main themes: the empowerment of cultural heritage through technology and the sustainable development of canal cities, discussing the application of digital technology in cultural preservation [2] - The event will also highlight the culinary culture of Hangzhou, featuring renowned chefs and traditional dishes, along with interactive experiences for visitors [3]