With the week-long National Day Holiday drawing to an end, we decided to check into some of the food people in China have been sampling as part of their time off work.

"Double Cooked Pork Slice"

When it comes to Sichuan dishes, most foodies in China appear to gravitate toward "Double Cooked Pork Slice." It is also one of the most favorite Chinese dishes for foreigners.

"Steamed Fish Head with Diced Hot Red Peppers"

Those craving Hunan food, or Xiang cuisine as it's known, the "Steamed Fish Head with Diced Hot Red Peppers" is quite popular for its fresh and spicy flavors.

"Boiled Shrimp"

Guangdong, or Cantonese food as it's sometimes known, is probably most renowned for its "Boiled Shrimp."

"Braised Pork Intestines in Brown Sauce"

"Jiuzhuan Dachang" or "Braised Pork Intestines in Brown Sauce" is a highly recommended dish in Shandong. While the translation in English may leave some people a bit thrown off, the taste will keep you coming back. It combines sour, sweet, fragrant, spicy and savory flavors.

"Red-braised Fermented Mandarin Fish"

This is a must-try for anyone who wants to sample cuisine from the eastern Chinese province of Anhui. Compared to the rest of China, cooking styles in Anhui rely less on fried or stir-fried dishes. Locals will most often use braising or stewing techniques. The Red-braised Fermented Mandarin Fish" has a pungent odor, much like stinky tofu. However, those who can get past that will enjoy a rich flavor that is very unique.

"Buddha Jumps over the Wall"

The name of the dish sounds like something out of a children's book.

"West Lake Fish"

The province of Zhejiang is rich with fish and rice. The food there combines fresh ingredients, rich with color to create an edible work of art. The dish known as "West Lake Fish" is very popular.

"Sweet and Sour Ribs"

There is still some debate about the origin of "Sweet and Sour Ribs" or "Tang Cu Paigu" in Mandarin. Some say it originated in Guangdong. Others claim the dish was first popularized in Jiangsu. Regardless, it remains a popular dish in China, and is also one of the more well-known Chinese dishes in other parts of the world.