When it comes to Leshan food, many people first think of Bobochicken and sweet-skin duck, but local foodies also hold a special place in their hearts for Linjiang shredded eel. It originated in Linjiang Town in Shizhong District and has been passed down for a century. Using traditional techniques like “boiling to just the right doneness” and “shredding with a cattle bone,” it turns eel into a dish that is tender, fresh, numbing, and spicy—every shred soaked with flavor. Come to Leshan for Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day. After visiting the Giant Buddha, duck into the streets and lanes, find an old eatery, and sit down to savor it properly.