Chengdu is famous for its Sichuan cuisine. UNESCO declared Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, to be "World Capital of Gastronomy" in 2011, recognizing the sophistication of its cooking. It has bold flavours, particularly the pungency and spiciness resulting from liberal use of garlic and chili peppers, as well as the unique flavour of Sichuan pepper. It is one of the four major cuisines in China with its unique cooking methods and strong local flavors.

Jiuyan Bridge is the first place that comes to mind when you think of the nightlife in Chengdu. Close to Sichuan University and Sichuan Conservatory of Music, there are various bars and clubs in this area. The surrounding street BBQ places are always good for a midnight snack after long night out.