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Jiangsu Cuisines

Author : Mei Wei
Publisher : DeepLogic
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Jiangsu Cuisines written by Mei Wei and published by DeepLogic. This book was released on with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the Volume of Jiangsu Cuisines among the "Chinese Cuisines Just Awesome" series. The "Chinese Cuisines Just Awesome" series comprehensively collects more than 3,500 kinds of famous dishes of different flavors of the seventeen main-stream regional Cuisines of China. They are namely Shandong Cuisine, Cantonese Cuisine，Jiangsu Cuisine， Sichuan Cuisine, Anhui Cuisine, Hunan Cuisine, Zhejiang Cuisine, Fujian Cuisine，Beijing Cuisine，Shanghai Cuisine，Northeastern China Cuisine，Shanxi Cuisine，Henan Cuisine，Hubei Cuisine，Jiangxi Cuisine，Shaanxi Cuisine，Yunnan and Guizhou Cuisine, Minority Groups Cuisine，Vegetarian Cuisine, and Medicine and Health Cuisine, in total 20 categories of local flavors. The content includes detailed descriptions of ingredients, cooking methods, key cooking techniques, and flavor characteristics. This book is indeed a unique and practical recipe for Chinese culinary culture. It is a must-have reference book for professional chefs, travelers and other Chinese food lovers.

Land of Fish and Rice

Author : Fuchsia Dunlop
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1526617854
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (266 download)

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Download or read book Land of Fish and Rice written by Fuchsia Dunlop and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-11-14 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Fuchsia Dunlop, our great writer and expert on Chinese gastronomy, has fallen in love with this region and its cuisine – and her book makes us fall in love too' Claudia Roden 'Fuchsia Dunlop's erudite writing infuses each page and her delicious recipes will inspire any serious cook to take up their wok' Ken Hom The Lower Yangtze region or Jiangnan, with its modern capital Shanghai, has been known since ancient times as a 'Land of Fish and Rice'. For centuries, local cooks have been using the plentiful produce of its lakes, rivers, fields and mountains, combined with delicious seasonings and flavours such as rice vinegar, rich soy sauce, spring onion and ginger, to create a cuisine that is renowned in China for its delicacy and beauty. Drawing on years of study and exploration, Fuchsia Dunlop explains basic cooking techniques, typical cooking methods and the principal ingredients of the Jiangnan larder. Her recipes are a mixture of simple rustic cooking and rich delicacies – some are famous, some unsung. You'll be inspired to try classic dishes such as Beggar's chicken and sumptuous Dongpo pork. Most of the recipes contain readily available ingredients and with Fuchsia's clear guidance, you will soon see how simple it is to create some of the most beautiful and delicious dishes you'll ever taste. With evocative writing and mouth-watering photography, this is an important new work about one of China's most fascinating culinary regions.

Shark's Fin and Sichuan Pepper: A Sweet-Sour Memoir of Eating in China (First edition)

Author : Fuchsia Dunlop
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN 13 : 0393248984
Total Pages : 267 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (932 download)

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Download or read book Shark's Fin and Sichuan Pepper: A Sweet-Sour Memoir of Eating in China (First edition) written by Fuchsia Dunlop and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2009-08-24 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Not just a smart memoir about cross-cultural eating but one of the most engaging books of any kind I've read in years." —Celia Barbour, O, The Oprah Magazine After fifteen years spent exploring China and its food, Fuchsia Dunlop finds herself in an English kitchen, deciding whether to eat a caterpillar she has accidentally cooked in some home-grown vegetables. How can something she has eaten readily in China seem grotesque in England? The question lingers over this “autobiographical food-and-travel classic” (Publishers Weekly).

Culinary Odyssey

Author : Barrett Williams
Publisher : Barrett Williams
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 115 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Culinary Odyssey written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-11-10 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on an unforgettable journey through the rich tapestry of Chinese culinary traditions with "Culinary Odyssey." This captivating eBook invites you to explore the depths of one of the world's most revered cuisines, offering a blend of ancient wisdom and modern insights. Delve into the **foundational tales of Chinese cuisine**, where ancient culinary traditions meet regional diversity, and philosophies that have shaped the way food is perceived. Discover the essential staples that form the backbone of this cuisine—rice, noodles, and dumplings—each bearing a story as intricate as its preparation. Travel through the **Flavors of the Eight Great Cuisines**, from the bold spices of Sichuan to the refined balance of Jiangsu, each providing a palate journey that embodies the cultural essence of its region. Learn the **art of balancing flavor** with a deep dive into the five essential tastes and the dynamic interplay of yin and yang, culminating in the discovery of umami—the enigmatic fifth taste. Uncover the **secrets of essential ingredients and techniques**, including the magic of soy sauce, the transformative power of fermentation, and the irreplaceable role of the wok in crafting authentic dishes. Explore the world of **vegetarian delicacies**, where tofu takes center stage alongside earthy mushrooms, all underpinned by traditional Buddhist influences. Witness the global impact of Chinese culinary arts, influencing contemporary chefs and sparking fusion creations worldwide. Celebrate with signature dishes during Chinese festivals and immerse yourself in the ritualistic world of tea culture. Experience food as medicine, learn about dining etiquette, and take a walk through vibrant street markets brimming with aromatic delights. "Culinary Odyssey" is not merely a cookbook but a comprehensive journey that celebrates the evolution and artistry of Chinese cooking. Uncover the secrets, embrace the traditions, and find your own culinary path in this extraordinary tale of flavors. Prepare to be inspired and tantalized as you unlock the mysteries and treasures hidden within this culinary masterpiece.

Globalization of Chinese Food

Author : Sidney Cheung
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136002944
Total Pages : 218 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (36 download)

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Download or read book Globalization of Chinese Food written by Sidney Cheung and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-11-12 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Does Chinese food taste the same in different parts of the world? What has happened to the Chinese diet in mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau? What has affected the foodways of Chinese communities in other Asian countries with large Chinese diasporic communities? What has made Chinese food popular in Australia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Japan? What has brought about the adoption and adaptation of western food and changes in Chinese diets in Hong Kong, Taiwan and Peking? By considering the practice of globalization, this volume of essays by well-known anthropologists from many locales in Asia, describes changes, variations and innovations to Chinese food in many parts of the world, paying particular attention to questions related to how foods are introduced, maintained, localised and reinvented according to changing lifestyles and social tastes. The book reviews and broadens classic social science theories about ethnic and social identity formation through the examination of Chinese food and eating habits in many locations. It reveals surprising changes and provides a powerful testimony to the impact of late twentieth-century globalization.

Science of Food Nutrition and Health

Author : Vinod Puri
Publisher : Austin Macauley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1398454125
Total Pages : 583 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (984 download)

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Download or read book Science of Food Nutrition and Health written by Vinod Puri and published by Austin Macauley Publishers. This book was released on 2023-07-21 with total page 583 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diet is one of the important facets of comprehensive approach to good health along with physical, social, emotional, and intellectual well-being. During the second half of the 20th century, we witnessed a dramatic change in our eating patterns and lifestyle aided by agricultural and industrial revolution, globalisation, and urbanisation and emergence of associated diet related chronic diseases such as obesity, coronary heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, some type of cancer, stroke, and degenerative arthritis. The science of food and nutrition is very complex. Nutrition science like many other fields of science is evolutionary and there are always conflicting research outcomes that need to be carefully evaluated. We ingest hundreds of dietary components every day and understanding various metabolic pathways and the effect of interactions of various dietary components in vivo is rather challenging. Recent advances in genetic research fostered the emergence of new disciplines such as nutrigenomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and transcriptomics which can shed light on the molecular level interaction between dietary nutrients and the genome. These technologies provide the vision for future nutrition research that may unravel how the diet/genome interactions modifies the phenotype. Food may not be the overall cure for the treatment of every possible disease, but the importance of food in both causing and relieving certain problems cannot be neglected. This is one of the most researched topics and there is a lot written about it. However, this book is probably the only text that provides up to date information on the various interrelated topics on food and nutrition that would be of interest to wider community.

National Geographic Atlas of China

Author : National Geographic Society (U.S.)
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 9781426201363
Total Pages : 136 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (13 download)

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Download or read book National Geographic Atlas of China written by National Geographic Society (U.S.) and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bursting with full-colour maps and graphics, this essential atlas provides in-depth geographical coverage as it highlights the dramatic cultural and economic changes now occurring in China. National Geographic's renowned cartographers ahve mapped the entire country - all its administrative regions and their cities, towns, and transportation networks - to create a complete and meticulously researched panorama of the world' sfasted growing economy and most populous nation. In addition to newly compiled political and physical maps, colourful thematic presentations post information on trade, energy, natural resources, environment, military strength, religion, ways of life, communications, and more. An exhaustive place-name index helps readers navigate to thousands of specific locations. State-of-the-art satellite imagery and mosaics - at the highest resolution ever published by National Geographic - reveal incredible variety and amazing details of China's sweepin physical landscapes. Ten major cities chosen from various regions throughout China receive close-up treatment, wiht maps laying out each metropolitan area and quick-read fact boxes listing local climate, time zone, population, and more. The profile of Beijing, the captial, pinpoints sites of the 2008 Summer Olympics. Also charted extensively is Shanghai, host of the 2010 World's Fair - China's first - expected to draw 70 million visitors. Since the nation's turn toward openness in the late 1970s, tourism has become a major growth industry in this land of bustling cities, spectacular vistas, ethnic diversity, and cultural and historical marvels. One of the 21 thematic topics focuses on tourism, with a map locating popular attractions such as the Great Wall, the Terra-cotta Warriors, Zhalong Nature Reserve, the Silk Road, the Imperial Palace, and Hong Kong's Star Ferry. A history section covers China's primary dynasties and then with a time line highlights the events of the twentieth century to the present. Charts, graphs, and photographs complete the visual coverage of China today, with expert commentaries adding insight on topics that range form teh workings of China's government to the lifestyles of its people to the global implications of its stunning emergence as a major player on the world scene.

Chinese Food and Foodways in Southeast Asia and Beyond

Author : Tan Chee-Beng
Publisher : NUS Press
ISBN 13 : 9971695480
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (716 download)

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Download or read book Chinese Food and Foodways in Southeast Asia and Beyond written by Tan Chee-Beng and published by NUS Press. This book was released on 2012-08-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chinese cuisine has had a deep impact on culinary traditions in Southeast Asia, where the lack of certain ingredients and access to new ingredients along with the culinary knowledge of local people led Chinese migrants to modify traditional dishes and to invent new foods. This process brought the cuisine of southern China, considered by some writers to be "the finest in the world," into contact with a wide range of local and global cuisines and ingredients. When Chinese from Southeast Asia moved on to other parts of the world, they brought these variants of Chinese food with them, completing a cycle of culinary reproduction, localization and invention, and globalization. The process does not end there, for the new context offers yet another set of ingredients and culinary traditions, and the "embedding and fusing of foods" continues, creating additional hybrid forms. Written by scholars whose deep familiarity with Chinese cuisine is both personal and academic, Chinese Food and Foodways in Southeast Asia and Beyond is a book that anyone who has been fortunate enough to encounter Southeast Asian food will savour, and it provides a window on this world for those who have yet to discover it.

Culinary Nationalism in Asia

Author : Michelle T. King
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1350078697
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (5 download)

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Download or read book Culinary Nationalism in Asia written by Michelle T. King and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-07-11 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With culinary nationalism defined as a process in flux, as opposed to the limited concept of national cuisine, the contributors of this book call for explicit critical comparisons of cases of culinary nationalism among Asian regions, with the intention of recognizing patterns of modern culinary development. As a result, the formation of modern cuisine is revealed to be a process that takes place around the world, in different forms and periods, and not exclusive to current Eurocentric models. Key themes include the historical legacies of imperialism/colonialism, nationalism, the Cold War, and global capitalism in Asian cuisines; internal culinary boundaries between genders, ethnicities, social classes, religious groups, and perceived traditions/modernities; and global contexts of Asian cuisines as both nationalist and internationalist enterprises, and "Asia" itself as a vibrant culinary imaginary. The book, which includes a foreword from Krishnendu Ray and an afterword from James L. Watson, sets out a fresh agenda for thinking about future food studies scholarship.

The Globalisation of Chinese Food

Author : Sidney Cheung
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136847391
Total Pages : 216 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (368 download)

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Download or read book The Globalisation of Chinese Food written by Sidney Cheung and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-04-08 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By considering the practice of globalisation, these essays describe changes, variations and innovations to Chinese food in many parts of the world. The book reviews and broadens classic theories about ethnic and social identity formation through the examination of Chinese food, providing a powerful testimony to the impact of late 20th century globalisation.

Food of China

Author : Kenneth Law
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1462916368
Total Pages : 114 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (629 download)

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Download or read book Food of China written by Kenneth Law and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2015-11-03 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The cuisine of China is widely regarded as one of the finest in the world. This collection of recipes, gathered from the top kitchens of this vast country, presents an exciting range of regional dishes. Included are spicy Sichuan favorites, refined dishes fit for an emperor's table, robust Mongolian fare, and creative Cantonese cuisine. An extensive array of popular foods including appetizers, dips, soups, noodles, and rice dishes enables the reader to participate in China's fascinating history and fast-paced modern era.

Beijing

Author : Qian Guo
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 237 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (16 download)

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Download or read book Beijing written by Qian Guo and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2020-03-17 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive volume examines contemporary life and history in Beijing, covering such topics as culture, politics, economics, crime, security, the environment, and more. While it is not China's most populated city, Beijing serves an important role as the political and cultural capital of the country. This volume examines Beijing's long history, contemporary society, and current challenges the city faces as we move further into the 21st century. Geared toward high school readers, undergraduates, and general readers interested in learning about Beijing, this volume consists of 12 narrative chapters focused on geography, history, and culture. Coverage includes location, people, history, politics, economy, environment and sustainability, local crime and violence, security issues, natural hazards and emergency management, culture and lifestyle, popular culture, and the future. "Life in the City" sidebars feature interviews and memories transcribed by people who are from, lived in, or traveled through Beijing, while other sidebars offer cultural fun facts and travel tips. This volume is the perfect read for anyone looking to get a better idea of what life is like in Beijing and how its culture has arrived at this point.

Chinese Foods

Author : Junru Liu
Publisher : Wu Zhou Chuan Bo Chu Ban She/ Tsai Fong Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chinese Foods written by Junru Liu and published by Wu Zhou Chuan Bo Chu Ban She/ Tsai Fong Books. This book was released on 2004 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There's probably not an-other place in this world that has as great a variety of delicious fare as China. The Chinese, who see eating as a fortune and life as an art, not only created various kinds of regional food styles in its own vast lands, but have also spread Chinese food culture to far across the seas. Today, in this world where even the farthest corners can seem as close as one's back yard, Chinese food can be enjoyed in each and every metropolitan throughout the world.

Chinese Cooking For Dummies

Author : Martin Yan
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118069293
Total Pages : 374 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Chinese Cooking For Dummies written by Martin Yan and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-04-18 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forget about takeout! Have you ever had a craving for fried dumplings or hot and sour soup at midnight? Ever wonder how your local Chinese takeout makes their food taste so good—and look so easy to make? Still don’t know the difference between Sichuan, Cantonese, and Mandarin cooking? Discovering how to cook the Chinese way will leave you steaming, stir-frying, and food-styling like crazy! The indescribably delicious cuisine of a fascinating country can finally be yours. And in Chinese Cooking For Dummies, your guide to the wonders and magic of the Chinese kitchen is none other than Martin Yan, host of the award-winning TV show Yan Can Cook. In no time at all, you’ll be up to speed on what cooking tools to use, how to stock your pantry and fridge, and the methods, centuries old, that have made dim sum, Egg Fu Young, Kung Pao Chicken, and fried rice universal favorites. You’ll also be able to: Think like a Chinese chef—usin g the Three Tenets of Chinese Cooking Choose and season a wok, select a chef’s knife, plus other basic tools of the trade Find the essential ingredients—and ask for them in Chinese with a Chinese language (phonetic) version of black bean sauce, hoisin sauce, plum sauce, bamboo shoots, and more Cook using a variety of methods—including stir frying, steaming, blanching, braising, and deep frying And with over 100 recipes, arranged conveniently like a Chinese menu, Chinese Cooking For Dummies lets you select from any column in the comfort of your own kitchen...which is when the fun really begins. Imagine putting together your ideal meal from the book’s rich offering of recipes: Delectable morsels—including Baked Pork Buns, Spring Rolls, Potstickers, Steamed Dumplings, and Shrimp Toast Seafood dishes—including Sweet and Sour Shrimp, and Oysters in Black Bean Sauce Poultry dishes—including Moo Goo Gai Pan, Kung Pao Chicken, and Honey Garlic Chicken Pork, beef, and lamb dishes—including Sichuan Spareribs, Tangerine Beef, and Mongolian Lamb Chinese Cooking For Dummies gives you all of the basics you’ll need, letting you experience the rich culinary landscape of China, one delicious dish at a time—and all, without leaving a tip!

Chinese Food

Author : Junru Liu
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 0521186749
Total Pages : 155 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (211 download)

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Download or read book Chinese Food written by Junru Liu and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2011-08-25 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From ancient to modern times, the Chinese have celebrated an epicurean lifestyle, believing that food is not just meant to fill the stomach, but that an abundance of food denotes good fortune and that knowing what, and how, to eat is crucial to health.

Snapshots of Chinese Culture

Author : Zhao Yin
Publisher : Transaction Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1626430039
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (264 download)

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Download or read book Snapshots of Chinese Culture written by Zhao Yin and published by Transaction Publishers. This book was released on 2014-02-10 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over their long and colorful history, the Chinese people have produced a variety of fascinating and useful cultural artifacts and performance inventions--from the compass and paper money to tea ceremonies and wedding parties--that have won the admiration of people around the world. They have improved living conditions for many who remain unaware of the Chinese origins of these innovations. This book's forty concise chapters serve as windows into a wide range of Chinese cultural traditions and practices. Some aspects of culture featured here include Chinese gardens, homes, and temples; calligraphy, chess, and clothing; paper cutting, seals, and musical instruments; martial arts and Peking Opera; and feng shui (auspicious design). Amply illustrated, with idiomatic phrases parsed throughout, the authors offer a road map to guide both the novice and "old hand" alike through the essential elements of Chinese culture.

Exploring China: A Culinary Adventure

Author : Ching-He Huang
Publisher : Random House
ISBN 13 : 1446417980
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (464 download)

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Download or read book Exploring China: A Culinary Adventure written by Ching-He Huang and published by Random House. This book was released on 2012-08-14 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exploring China: A Culinary Adventure is the delightful companion book to the BBC TV Show featuring their culinary adventure across China Two of the most highly respected authorities on Chinese and Oriental cooking today, Ken Hom and Ching-He Huang, come together in this exciting cookbook and is the result of their journey through China on a culinary and cultural odyssey to find the old, the new and the unexpected as shown in the BBC TV show. They tell the story of China, both old and new, through food. Each recipe in the book features a back story from Ken and Ching so you can learn the secret stories behind all your old favourite recipes and be inspired to find new ones. They cook with local families, en route to discover the influence of Buddhism on vegetarian food and whether the Chinese did actually invent tortellini in remote Kashgar before travelling to Sichuan Province, China's gastronomic capital. Ken is the old-hand who brought the wok to the West and Ching-He is the energetic newcomer. Together they uncover the secrets of Old China and the techniques of the new, fusing them together to create a unique and authoritative perspective on Chinese food that will surprise and inform.