Cantonese Visiting Hunan - What Did Guangdong People Who Can't Handle Spicy Food Eat During Three Crazy Days in Changsha?

Remember these three golden rules in advance: ① For spiciness, just say "Guangdong spicy = not spicy + lots of sour long beans," don’t fall for Changsha’s “mild spicy” gentle trap ② Tea Yan Yue Se is the ultimate spicy relief and life saver, replenish every 2 hours ③ Prepare stomach medicine and yogurt in advance to battle the joyful heavy oil and heavy spice hits. DAY 1: After taking the high-speed train and subway to the hotel nearby, immediately show off a classic black stinky tofu (crispy outside, tender and juicy inside, look for the long-standing shop with lines), then buy a cup of Tea Yan Yue Se’s Orchid Latte paired with not-so-spicy crab roe noodles, easing in gradually. Walk through the bustling Huangxing Road Pedestrian Street and check in with a cup of Good Mo Lemon with a cool breeze. Didn’t miss the performances at Huogongdian and the sugar oil baba and lard mixed noodles. DAY 2: First try at a Hunan cuisine restaurant. Stuffed for 40 RMB per person! Must order vinegar-fried eggs, sour and appetizing, great for cutting grease, paired with a bowl of white rice to perfectly neutralize the initial spicy shock. Also queued for Luo’s stinky tofu, but it wasn’t as good as the classic black one. DAY 3: Head straight to an old noodle shop in the morning, emphasizing “mild spicy,” to experience the chewy handmade noodles and the rich bone broth. Already tried Ben Luobo before, this time tried Zhiming Home Cooking. 40 RMB per person, various must-orders, savory and perfect with rice, spiciness controlled within “Guangdong acceptable” range, ate two bowls of white rice until barely standing. Practical Tips (Exclusive for Cantonese) - Transportation: Metro Line 1 connects the core food areas, avoid taxis during 6:00-8:00 PM rush hour, parking is difficult on Pozi Street, prioritize metro + walking. - Reservations: Hunan Museum tickets must be grabbed at 8 PM seven days in advance, Wenheyou requires waiting for a spot on the mini-program three days ahead, Yuelu Academy must enter before 5 PM. - Souvenirs: Don’t buy trendy spicy products, go for Chongfuji handmade spicy sauce duck and konjac snacks, try before buying, great gifts for friends and family. - Pitfalls to Avoid: Fruit salad in scenic spots is priced by weight, be cautious; avoid forced photos by cosplayers by walking away; never take unlicensed taxis.