As a head cook, I began each morning chopping fifty onions. But not in China. Employees gather in front of the restaurant before their shift and do a quick exercise and get their cha cha on. The one guy in red doesn’t look happy that I’m filming.
Chinese Funky Chefs
Szechuan Peppercorns 花椒鹽
Hu?ji?oyán , better known as Szechuan Peppercorns, are the culinary equivalent to firecrackers. Here is a Chinese boy’s description of this explosive spice. Remember, hu?ji?oyán are not a toy! You could blow your taste buds off.
Hot Pots, Pig Snouts, and Stinky Pillows
If it’s not moving on your plate, eat it,” my dad would always say. But what if it’s still moving? I had that dilemma last night when invited to a Hot Pot dinner in Kunming, China. What is Hot Pot? It’s the culinary attraction of Yunnan, a Chinese fondue of sorts. But instead of crusty bread into a molten cheese, […]
Airline Math
How do you pick a good flight to Asia? Even a good priced ticket to China makes you cringe when you press the BUY NOW button. But if it’s less than 24 hours door to door, it’s worth every penny. By door to door, that includes, schlepping to the airport and down time between connections. It even includes security checks, […]