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Chinese Eating Customs

Chinese Eating Customs

If you’re an American, the concept of Chinese eating customs are probably extremely foreign. You’re still understanding the many facets of Chinese culture, which can’t really be obtained by watching movies. Seating One are of Chinese eating customs that may make immediate sense to westerners is positioning at a dinner table. In America, when people […]

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Chinese Cooking Techniques You Should Know

Chinese Cooking Techniques You Should Know

When it comes to Chinese food, most Americans have no clue what goes on in a kitchen at their favorite Chinese restaurant. Most are still getting a grasp on understanding what authentic Chinese food is. As more Americans appreciate facets of Chinese culture, they’ll appreciate the various Chinese cooking techniques. Not all Chinese food is […]

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The Spicy Noodle Revolution

The Spicy Noodle Revolution

Our quest to become the most delicious spicy noodle restaurant in New York City started years ago. Our delicious recipes come from Hunan China, a region known for spice and being the birthplace of Chairman Mao Zedong. The Spice of Revolution In 1932, a Soviet agent was sent to China. In the presence of Chairman […]

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Who Was The First Chinese Chef?

Who Was The First Chinese Chef?

Your favorite Chinese dish comes from an ancient legacy. Recipes started in in the land of the Han people, centuries ago. Legends who perfected their dishes over several centuries, great emperors, heroes and one man who actually claimed that he was a “God of Cooking,” but who was the first Chinese chef? Sui Ren According […]

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Chinese Language Learning in New York City

Chinese Language Learning in New York City

Many New Yorkers are interested in learning the Chinese language. Many are hesitant because they don’t know where to begin. The mixture of complex characters (not that difficult) and a tonal language that is foreign often makes the language a mystery to most. So where do you begin? Believe it or not, there are plenty […]

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Silky Kitchen: Spicy Chinese Food

Silky Kitchen: Spicy Chinese Food

Do you like spicy Chinese food? Does your mouth water when you think about fresh noodles, simmering vegetables and of course, tangy spice that makes your mouth water? If this hasn’t been your experience with Chinese food, it’s probably because you haven’t had food at Silky Kitchen in Union Square. Most Americans are accustomed to […]

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Regions of Chinese Cuisine

Regions of Chinese Cuisine

Although the quality of Chinese food is increasing in the United States, most Americans only know about a handful of dishes. However, more Americans have become interested in regions of Chinese cuisine. Why? As the number of Chinese immigrants increases, Americans are learning that there is a difference between the Chinese food they eat, and […]

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