aka how many Chinese-ness, if there's ever that word, can you get in your Chinese food?
There are many more serious or well written books I'm reading, but I feel obliged to drop a line or two on this book - because it relates!
You ain't no getting authentic Chinese food in America, just as french bakery in Shanghai isn't really french - that much we do know. However, do you ever wondered how much ethnics or culture you are actually getting in your Chinese food? This book links the status of Chinese restaurants with their ethnic and cultural contents.
Of course, it helps that the writer is someone of Taiwanese descent. The writing is a bit essay-ish, or, good-emigrant-student-style, for the lack of better words. But it's also a style more relaxed than your pro typical "Chinese" writer, and it's a fun read.
I'm already craving for some ginger chicken fix right now. Rock on Chinese food.
What's in Your Chinese food?
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1有用 0无用 三辉君 2013-08-08
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What's in Your Chinese food?
0有用 0无用 veritas 2008-03-23
aka how many Chinese-ness, if there's ever that word, can you get in your Chinese food?There are many more serious or well written books I'm reading, ...
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0有用 0无用 sisley 2014-04-08
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