Potpourri

You probably assume that the English name of a Chinese restaurant is exactly the same as its Chinese name. Well, SURPRISE, because it almost always is not the same! Click to read what the Chinese name of 11 Chinese restaurants we reviewed really mean in Chinese and in English. You WILL be surprised!

Our new Fort Lauderdale, Florida Correspondent to The Chinese Quest, Mee Dee Know, submits his first Chinese restaurant review. He and his family recently dined at Pine Court Chinese Bistro in Sunrise, FL. Pine Court has a reputation as the “go to” restaurant in West Broward County. Please post your comments to encourage him to submit more reviews!

Dining tonight at Pearl East Chinese Restaurant in Manhasset, NY brings The Chinese Quest back to the roots of their existence. Though only one member of the Quest was there this evening. So, how are the roots formed here? I will tell you the round about story if you read on...

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!

Dim Sum at Fortune Wheel Seafood restaurant in Levittown exceeded our expectations, and complimented our review of Fortune Wheel that we had written in the past. The history lesson / legend that we learned about one of the dishes was priceless. You have to read it!

A previous Chinese Quest recommendation to Saaho Village, a Chinese restaurant, in Great Neck re-visited by a fresh set of eyes and taste buds. Have you tried it yet? We would love to hear your opinion.

Since I absolutely love eating Chinese food, but have also been, on and off, some sort of low–carb diet. Here are some healthy low-carb options, so you can diet and enjoy your favorite food,,, Chinese food!

Americanized Chinese Food. Even the thought is quaint. Perhaps even dated. American's tastes are changing. The Chinese Quest is leading the charge and campaign. Are you for or against?

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!!

The latest in the continuing series “Chinese Food around the World" by Richard Brody and his wife Charlene, take them to Lyon France and ENGIMONO Chinese restaurant. You'll never guess what else they found there!!