Honey peaches grown in Wuxi. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxishilvyouju]

Which delicacies in Wuxi, Jiangsu province, will offer some relief on sweltering summer days? Fruit, chilled noodles, pot-stewed meat or fowl, braised food in rice wine, sweet drinks…you name it!

Chilled noodles. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxishilvyouju]

Fruit is a much sought-after treat to most people during the hot summer, and Wuxi rows a variety of fruit, such as its renowned honey peaches, watermelons, pears, grapes, and plums.

Chilled noodles are also a dish that can cool people down on scorching days. Accompanied by spiced peanuts, shredded carrot and cucumber, they are quite refreshing.

Braised goose in rice wine. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxishilvyouju]

On summer days, many Wuxi natives don't like cooking themselves and want to eat something cold. Braised food in rice wine is their top choice. Green soybeans, duck, shrimp, chicken feet, and various other types of poultry and vegetables can be soaked in rice wine and made into a delicious dish.