Tianxingju
Time-Honored BrandTianxingju · Beijing · Founded 1862
Tianxingju, a time-honored Beijing brand established in 1862, is renowned for its traditional technique and distinctive flavor of chao gan (stir-fried liver), embodying the essence of Beijing's culinary culture.
Brand Story
Founded in 1862 during the Qing Dynasty's Tongzhi era, Tianxingju originally operated at Xianyu Kou (Fresh Fish Alley) near Qianmen in Beijing. Its founder, Liu Yongxiang, gained fame for his chao gan, a dish made with pork intestines and liver, prepared with meticulous techniques and carefully selected ingredients. During the Republican era, Tianxingju competed with Huixianju on the same street, and in 1933, the two merged, preserving the craft. Tianxingju's chao gan features a glossy, garlicky broth with a rich, savory taste. As a representative of Beijing snacks, Tianxingju has witnessed the city's transformation, and its chao gan technique has been listed as a Beijing intangible cultural heritage, making it a significant symbol of Beijing's culinary identity.
Signature Products
A traditional Beijing breakfast dish made with pork intestines and liver in a thick, garlicky broth. Price: 10-20 RMB per bowl.
Thin-skinned buns with juicy pork filling, a classic accompaniment to chao gan. Price: 2-5 RMB each.
Pork intestines and lungs braised in a rich, savory broth, served with flatbread, embodying old Beijing flavors. Price: 20-30 RMB per bowl.
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Beijing（北京）
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Cultural Note
Tianxingju's chao gan technique involves precise steps of simmering, stir-frying, thickening, and stewing, requiring exact heat control and seasoning. This craft has been inscribed on Beijing's intangible cultural heritage list, serving as a living fossil of Beijing's food culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "China Time-Honored Brand" (中华老字号)?
A China Time-Honored Brand is a designation by China’s Ministry of Commerce for brands with a long history that inherit products, craftsmanship or services across generations and have operated continuously to the present.
When was Tianxingju founded?
Tianxingju was founded in 1862, originating in Beijing, Beijing, primarily in the Dining field.
What is the signature product of Tianxingju?
Its signature product is Chao Gan (Stir-Fried Liver). See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
Where can I find the official list of China Time-Honored Brands?
You can log into the MOFCOM "China Time-Honored Brand Information Management System", or browse this site’s brand directory — we have profiled 1,451 time-honored brands.
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