Go! Yunnan: Making a tasty leaves banquet with Jingpo people
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Southwestern China's Yunnan Province is famous for its vibrant culture, given it is home to many ethnic groups. It is regarded as a must-visit destination for foodies. "Green leaves banquet" is a well-known feast in Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture in Yunnan. The vegetables and meat are boiled, fried or pickled, and then wrapped with palm tree leaves. Instead of using chopsticks and spoons, locals use their hands to eat. Join CGTN to learn how locals prepare this special, tasty banquet.

About 'Go! Yunnan' series: 

Yunnan Province in southwest China features spectacular natural landscapes, biodiversity and diverse ethnic groups. Among China's 56 recognized ethnic groups, 25 are found in Yunnan. The "Go! Yunnan" series takes you on a tour to six cities or autonomous prefectures in the province for a glimpse of the area's food, scenery and folk customs. Stay tuned.

On-camera reporter: Li Jingjing

Video director: Li Yunqi

Cameramen: Ma Tianwen, Fan Xin

Audio: Zhang Yue

Video editor: Yu Yingtian

Copy editor: Liane Ferreira

Production assistants: Lyu Cong, Liu Siyu

Producer: Zhang Junfeng

Supervisors: Zhang Shilei, Pang Xinhua