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Invitation to a Banquet: The Story of Chinese Food

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Book Synopsis: The world’s 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 world’s best-loved 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 sophistication—but today that is beginning to change.

In Invitation to a Banquet, award-winning 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, knife-scraped noodles to braised pomelo pith, to reveal a distinctive aspect of Chinese gastronomy, whether it’s 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 on-the-ground 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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Discover the enchanting world of Chinese cuisine with "Invitation to a Banquet: The Story of Chinese Food." As the earliest truly global cuisine, Chinese food has captivated taste buds around the world. However, its true essence and cultural significance often go unrecognized. Award-winning cook and writer Fuchsia Dunlop takes you on a gastronomic journey, delving into the history, philosophy, and techniques of Chinese culinary culture.

Each chapter of this book unravels the secrets behind a classic Chinese dish, unveiling the distinctive aspects that make Chinese cuisine so alluring. From the fiery flavors of mapo tofu to the succulent tenderness of Dongpo pork, Fuchsia's exploration will immerse you in a world of flavors, stories, and traditions.

What sets "Invitation to a Banquet" apart is Fuchsia's on-the-ground research conducted over three decades. She met with food producers, chefs, gourmets, and home cooks across China, experiencing the exquisite craftmanship firsthand. Through her vivid descriptions and captivating storytelling, Fuchsia invites you to join her on an unforgettable culinary journey into the heart of Chinese food.

This book unravels the mysteries of Chinese gastronomy, revealing the importance of ingredients like soybeans, the allure of exotic flavors, and the historical significance of Buddhist vegetarian cuisine. By understanding the cultural and historical context, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the nuances behind each dish.

Whether you are an aspiring chef or simply a lover of good food, "Invitation to a Banquet" will transport you into the vibrant world of Chinese cuisine. Immerse yourself in the captivating flavors, rich traditions, and mouthwatering aromas that have made Chinese cuisine a cornerstone of global gastronomy.

Don't miss out on this landmark tribute to Chinese culinary culture. Join Fuchsia Dunlop on an unforgettable journey and order your copy of "Invitation to a Banquet: The Story of Chinese Food" today.

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