Sweet and sour Yellow River carp is a common Linfen dish generally served at banquets. The tender fish tastes delicious flavored with sweet and sour sauce. [Photo/shanxi.gov.cn]

Gu county bracken ferns are a popular Linfen specialty. This kind of fern not only tastes delicious but is also healthy, with a high vitamin and mineral content. Traditionally, it has also been used as a medicine. Spring is the best season to enjoy this dish, as ferns are particularly fresh at that time of year. [Photo/shanxi.gov.cn]