Hoist the anchor, batten the hatches, and summon your inner Christopher Columbus because we’re about to venture into China’s lesser-known treasure – the ancient city of Anqing. Smack-dab within the Anhui province, Anqing hides under the gigantic shadow of her cosmopolitan cousins like Beijing and Shanghai, but let me tell you, this siren has her irresistible song.If cities were chefs, Anqing would be the one fervently toiling away at the back of the kitchen, whimsically blending timeless tradition with a smoky hint of rebellion, yet full of surprises that demand your gastronomic attention.