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Invitation To A Banquet: The Story Of Chinese Food
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An Npr 2023 Books We Love Pick A Food & Wine Best Food Of 2023 A Financial Times Best Food And Drink Book Of 2023 One Of Smithsonian'S Ten Best Books About Food Of 2023The Worlds Most Sophisticated Gastronomic Culture, Brilliantly Presented Through A Banquet Of Thirty Chinese Dishes.Chinese Was The Earliest Truly Global Cuisine. When The First Chinese Laborers Began To Settle Abroad, Restaurants Appeared In Their Wake. Yet Chinese Has The Curious Distinction Of Being Both One Of The Worlds Bestloved Culinary Traditions And One Of The Least Understood. For More Than A Century, The Overwhelming Dominance Of A Simplified Form Of Cantonese Cooking Ensured That Few Foreigners Experienced Anything Of Its Richness And Sophisticationbut Today That Is Beginning To Change.In Invitation To A Banquet, Awardwinning Cook And Writer Fuchsia Dunlop Explores The History, Philosophy, And Techniques Of Chinese Culinary Culture. In Each Chapter, She Examines A Classic Dish, From Mapo Tofu To Dongpo Pork, Knifescraped Noodles To Braised Pomelo Pith, To Reveal A Distinctive Aspect Of Chinese Gastronomy, Whether Its The Importance Of The Soybean, The Lure Of Exotic Ingredients, Or The History Of Buddhist Vegetarian Cuisine. Meeting Food Producers, Chefs, Gourmets, And Home Cooks As She Tastes Her Way Across The Country, Fuchsia Invites Readers To Join Her On An Unforgettable Journey Into Chinese Food As It Is Cooked, Eaten, And Considered In Its Homeland.Weaving Together History, Mouthwatering Descriptions Of Food, And Ontheground Research Conducted Over The Course Of Three Decades, Invitation To A Banquet Is A Lively, Landmark Tribute To The Pleasures And Mysteries Of Chinese Cuisine.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Invitation to a Banquet: The Story of Chinese Food'? A: The main theme of the book is an exploration of Chinese culinary culture through the history, philosophy, and techniques behind thirty classic Chinese dishes.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Fuchsia Dunlop, an award-winning cook and writer known for her expertise in Chinese cuisine.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 480 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book is published on November 7, 2023.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to Chinese cooking? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both beginners and those familiar with Chinese cooking, as it provides insights into the culture and techniques of Chinese gastronomy.
- Q: Does the book include recipes? A: While the primary focus of the book is on the history and culture of Chinese food, it does describe various classic dishes and their significance.
- Q: What awards or recognitions has this book received? A: The book is a finalist for the 2024 IACP Award for Literary or Historical Food Writing and has been recognized by Newsweek, NPR, Food & Wine, and Financial Times as a top food book.
- Q: Can you tell me more about the author's experience with Chinese food? A: Fuchsia Dunlop has spent over three decades researching and tasting Chinese food, meeting producers, chefs, and home cooks to provide a comprehensive view of the cuisine.
- Q: What makes this book different from other cookbooks? A: This book stands out by weaving together historical context and personal narratives, offering a deep understanding of Chinese culinary traditions rather than just a collection of recipes.