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Chinese Food Cultural Profile

Chinese Food Cultural Profile

"Fashion is in Europe, living is in America, but eating is in China". Chinese people not only enjoy eating but believe eating good food can bring harmony and closeness to the family and relationships. Thankfully we have plenty of Chinese food options in the United States (and around the world). We present you with a guest article on a profile of Chinese cuisine. I bet you'll be too hungry to finish the article. So read it in bite-sized chunks!

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Must-Visit Chinese Food Places in NYC’s Boroughs of Manhattan and Queens

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Manhattan and Queens' neighborhoods offer all the wonderful opportunities for you to savor the many delicate nuances of Chinese cuisine. Since The Chinese Quest hasn't reviewed any Chinese restaurants yet in Manhattan, as a public service, we are sharing this guest article.  Please note that some of the Chinese restaurants on this list are no longer in business.  If you want to eat at one of these restaurants, please call ahead to make sure they are still in business and open in these COVID-19 times.  What are your favorite Chinese restaurants in Manhattan?

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Chinese Food – All You Ever Wanted to Know, and More!

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Chinese food now holds a popular place among the entire population of the world. You can find a Chinese restaurant in every major city and in many smaller areas of the world as well. Why is Chinese food so popular? Is Chinese food healthy? What is the history of Chinese food? For the answer to these, and many more questions, read more...

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Dumplings – Global Comfort Food

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The Dumpling King fully endorses this article on Dumplings. We present you a history of Dumplings, and why Dumplings are truly a Global Comfort Food. Thanks to our guest author, Dale Phillips, we hope you'll enjoy this article as much as we did. Perhaps one day, McDonald's will add Dumplings to their menu. Oh gosh, we hope NOT! :) But, should they? Please post your comments below!

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Chinese Flower Tea and Its Health Benefits

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The health benefits of Chinese flower tea are numerous. The tea is full of antioxidant properties that can prevent stress, aid weight loss, boost vitality and even help decrease the risk of developing cancer. These are just a few of the reasons. Click to read more!

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Danbury Connecticut Chinese Restaurants

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Sometimes, even The Chinese Quest must venture off the Island. This weekend I have to travel through Connecticut to visit Mini Mee at Camp. I found this article reviewing Chinese restaurants in Danbury, CT. Wish me luck!!

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How To Make Yuan Yang In 4 Easy Steps

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The history of tea dates back to the early Chinese civilization, about 5000 years ago. One such tea that is prominent in the Chinese culture is the “Yuan yang”, or "Coffee with Tea". Yuan yang is a tasty combination of homemade milk tea and freshly brewed coffee. This drink is perfect for fast-paced workers and all-nighters as both tea and coffee are loaded with caffeine. Learn how to make it in this article.

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Chinese Style Baked Beans

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Summer is almost here. Ah summer! Summer conjures up thoughts of BBQ'ing. AND baseball! Hmm, baseball? Gotta have hotdogs! What goes with hotdogs? Baked Beans! But wait!! Isn't this a blog about Chinese food? Yes! Ok, better make them Chinese style baked beans! Ahh, that's better now! What? You never heard of Chinese style baked beans? Well then, you must read this article...

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