Wormwood incense. [Photo/VCG]

Burning incense made from herbs has a long history in China. As wormwood is a magical herb that can be made into both food and medicine, it is also made into incense to burn.

Such incense can reduce the moisture that may become a hotbed of illnesses in hot summer days, and protect you from being annoyed by insects.

Wormwood noodle. [Photo/VCG]

With a special green shade that can be found in painter Giorgio Morandi's palette, the noodle is made from flour blended with wormwood juice.

One way is to cool the noodle in cold water after boiling it in hot water until it becomes soft. Then add some sesame oil, chili and salt. If you don't like such spicy taste, stir some eggs and tomatoes (remember to add enough water to make the tomatoes juicy) and blend them with the noodle.