Surrounded by a loess plateau, Yan'an has a distinct climate that supports agriculture. Its modest temperatures and sufficient sunlight supply superior conditions for growing a variety of nutritious products. There are many local specialties to enjoy in this region.
Deep-fried Cake (yougao)
Made of corn millet and dates, this fried cake is sweet and a bit oily.
Liang Fen
Made of green beans, this is available on summer days, because it includes sauces, vinegar and spices that can make you refreshed and more comfortable in the heat.
There are many other snacks, such as jianbing, pumpkin cake, qiaomian hele, yangzacui, minjie, fruit pies and so on. Yan'an is also famous for rice wine.