Su Dongpo was not only a great writer, but also a famous gourmet. Living in Huizhou for two years and seven months, Su Dongpo left a lot of delicious food and tales of food. Influenced by Su Dongpo, Huizhou cuisine has gained"cultural flavor", and even has become a famous local dish relying on Dongpo's reputation. It can be said that Su Dongpo is the spokesperson of Huizhou cuisine.
东坡食荔枝的雕像,东坡右手持芭蕉扇,左手持一荔枝,神态怡然自得 王锭铨 摄
惠州市烹饪协会拟推出“东坡宴” 受访者供图
梅菜扣肉是惠州当地名菜,传说从“东坡肉”演变而来 受访者供图
“东坡宴”中的“东坡醋鱼”,添加了惠州陈醋,以解油腻 受访者供图
”东坡宴”中的“东坡西湖莲”,传说是苏东坡为王朝云所创 受访者供图
苏轼,不仅是一代大文豪,还是享有盛名的美食家。寓居惠州两年零七个月,苏轼留下了很多美食佳句和饮食故事。惠州美食经过东坡之手,平添文化味道,甚至依托东坡盛名,成为地方名菜。可以说,苏东坡是惠州美食“代言人”。