China is known as the great influencer. From their early history of travels, colonization and trade, they had influenced not only the neighboring Asian countries but also the western hemisphere. There are “Eight Culinary Cuisines” of China which are Anhui, Cantonese, Fujian, Hunan, Jaingsu, Shandong, Sichuan and Zheiiang cuisines that were created through thousand years of history, imperial expansion, foreign influence and region.
Like most Asian countries a Chinese staple food includes rice, noodles, vegetables, sauces and seasonings. The staple rice can be served steamed or as a flavorful fried rice. It can also be served as a congee or rice porridge that can also serve as food therapy for the sick just add some chicken meat or dimsum. The symbols of longevity in Chinese tradition are noodles so they are usually eaten long and uncut. There are thousand types of Chinese noodles that differ according to its preparation. One famous noodle soup are Guangzhou Shahefen and Guilin Rice Noodles. Extra flavor with the use of herbs and seasonings are what makes these Chinese dishes unique. White pepper, sesame oil, ginger root, scallions are widely used no matter what region they originated from. They even add in cilantro, parsley, peppercorns and star anise. Sauces also vary like oyster sauce, rice vinegar, fish sauce and furu or fermented tofu.
Vegetables also play a very huge role in Chinese cuisine. Since the Chinese people are very fond of leafy greens these are present at every meal like cabbages, mushrooms bamboo shoots and many more. They even preserve some and eat them as snacks. Most of our modern meals are highly inspired by Chinese cuisine so if you are feeling a little down, come visit our restaurant and dine with our Chinese specialties to alleviate your mood. Come and have a food tour with us.
