Irish , I can give you the Phone number of the Tourguide we had , really nice Guy , know's his history about everything and can take you to the Simatai Wall for 700 yuan , an all day Trip with some of the City , if time permit's . Just buy him Lunch and you'll have a blast .
About Cooking , well I do know about the Scorpion's . Catch or buy some ( 30 for two Person's ) sprinkle with seasoned salt and chili powder , deep fry for 20 seconds and if you like cheese , while still hot roll them in your favorite cheese . Yum Yum .