The Autumn and Winter are long and cold in Beijing. What do Beijing people eat in cold days to keep warm? Today, we will recommend some favorite and popular dishes for you in these two seasons.

Dumpling (Jiao Zi)

Dumpling (Jiao Zi) is also called zhu bo bo by the Manchu and Mongolian people in Beijing. It looks like an ancient gold ingot. The fillings of it are various, such as minced pork, minced beef and other minced meat and chopped vegetables. It is essential in Winter, especially in the Chinese Lunar New Year Eve. People usually eat dumplings together, because it is the symbol of family reunion. Sometimes, coins are put in it, which means good fortune.

Beijing Mutton Hotpot

Beijing Mutton Hotpot is a typical Beijing-style food. The soup is made from fresh water and mutton. The mutton rolls are all selected from high quality lambs, and various vegetables are available in the pot. The lamb rolls taste more delicious with sesame paste. Eating it has been a tradition for most Beijingers in Winter, because it can keep warm as well as strengthen bodies..