Pingyao is known as the "hometown of long yam". Pingyao long yam is a geographical indication agricultural product reviewed by the Ministry of Agriculture and has the reputation of "Chinese small ginseng". Long yam is very soft and delicious when it is simply steamed and cooked. Common local yam dishes include shredded yam, fried fungus with long yam, etc. Long yam is rich in nutrients and can nourish the stomach. It is a dish suitable for all ages.