The Guilin table — what to order and where the locals point.
Guilin mifen
The morning rice noodles with pickles and crisped pork — the region's alarm clock.
Beer fish in Yangshuo
Li River carp braised in local lager — the karst country's signature.
Bamboo rice & farm tables
Sticky rice steamed in bamboo at terrace-village lunches.
West Street snacks
Yangshuo's lane of grills and dumplings — touristy, tasty.
Osmanthus everything
Guilin means 'osmanthus forest' — the blossom flavors wine, tea and cakes.