In China's myths, a turtle is considered a wonderful creature with spiritual power. In the Shan Hai Jing composed in the WarringStates Time, it has a record claiming that eating turtles can help lengthen aperson's age. Jingzhou produces itsspecial wild weed turtles, and has a tradition to eat turtle meat.

   
The dish of braised turtle is popular for more than 10 years because it is madein a natural way. The turtles are killed to make the dish right on site to keepits fresh flavor and taste. Natural seasoningproduced in Hubei is used to braise the turtle meat on moderate fire in atraditional way. The thick sauce will leave the mouth with rich flavorand taste.