The crabs, steamed, boiled or braised, are a common sight on tables around Huzhou, a city perched on the southern shore of Taihu Lake, especially in late autumn. [Photo/WeChat account: huzhoufabu]

The following are some of the most highly recommended seasonal autumn delicacies in Huzhou, East China's Zhejiang.

Taihu Lake crabs

Autumn is the best season to eat crabs from Taihu Lake, as it's when they're at their most fertile. The crabs, steamed, boiled or braised, are a common sight on tables around Huzhou, a city perched on the southern shore of Taihu Lake, especially in late autumn.

Persimmon

Persimmon is another great choice, as the fruit reaches maturity in autumn. A friendly reminder: persimmon cannot be eaten together with crabs.

Sugar-roasted chestnuts

Autumn is the best season for eating chestnuts. In Huzhou, people lining up in front of a stand to sell sugar-roasted chestnuts marks the arrival of autumn.

Sugar-roasted chestnuts, which are sweet and glutinous but not greasy, are best eaten while still hot.