Description
Book SynopsisExploring the rich and varied culinary traditions of China, this book enables a better understanding of Chinese history and culture through food.Part of Bloomsbury's
Global Kitchen series, this book takes readers on a food tour of China, covering everything from daily staples to holiday specialties. In addition to discovering China's long culinary history, you'll learn about recent trends, foreign influences, and contemporary food and dietary concerns, such as obesity and environmental sustainability.Chapters are organized thematically, making it easy to focus in on particular courses or types of dishes. For those hungry for a more hands-on approach, each chapter includes a collection of accessible recipes that allow readers to bring the subject to life in their own kitchens. The main text is supplemented by sidebars that offer interesting bite-sized facts, a chronology of important dates in China's culinary history, and a glossary of key food- and dining-related t
Table of ContentsSeries Foreword Acknowledgements Introduction Chronology 1. Food History 2. Influential Ingredients 3. Appetizers and Side Dishes 4. Main Dishes 5. Desserts 6. Beverages 7. Holidays and Special Occasions 8. Street Food and Snacks 9. Dining Out 10. Food Issues and Dietary Concerns Glossary Selected Bibliography Index
