On December 12, the "Li Tiao-Yuan" Sichuan Cuisine Cultural Dialogue was held at the Li Tiao-Yuan Memorial Hall in Luojiang District, Deyang City.

Luojiang boasts a rich heritage of Sichuan cuisine culture. This event not only aligns with the theme of the 7th World Sichuan Cuisine Conference but also endows Li Tiao-Yuan's hometown with unique significance and value.

Event scene

At the event, a demonstration of recipes from "Xingyuan Record" was performed. Two chefs executed a series of cooking steps—heating the wok, pouring in oil, stir-frying—with fluid and seamless motions, preparing two classic dishes on the spot. As the final touches were made, the sumptuous dishes, perfect in color, aroma, and taste, were presented to the audience, showcasing the contemporary inheritance of Sichuan cuisine culture and the understanding of culinary art.

Later, the dialogue guests focused on the core topic of "Empowering Industry Development with Sichuan Cuisine Culture." They collectively explored and discussed the cultural lineage of Sichuan cuisine, aiming to organically integrate the civilization of Sichuan cuisine with the operations of Sichuan cuisine enterprises. The discussions yielded valuable recommendations for promoting high-quality development in the Sichuan cuisine industry.

In recent years, Luojiang District has placed significant emphasis on the excavation, research, and inheritance of Li Tiao-Yuan's Sichuan cuisine culture. By referencing the preparation methods recorded in "Xingyuan Record," they have developed over 50 new signature dishes. Moving forward, Luojiang District will continue to promote the heritage of Sichuan cuisine and Sichuan opera culture, guided by cultural inheritance policies. The district plans to refine its mechanisms and systems to foster a synergy among the government, enterprises, and the market. This collaborative effort aims to build the cultural IP of Li Tiao-Yuan, embracing inclusiveness and broad-mindedness to integrate the strengths of various parties, thereby preserving and promoting the rich traditions of Sichuan cuisine and opera culture.(by Bai Yibing)