The air is cold, the carols are playing, and the turkey is safely tucked away in the freezer. For millions of families, especially in New York and surrounding areas, the greatest Christmas tradition has nothing to do with mince pies or roaring fires—it’s the satisfying rattle of plastic containers filled with dumplings, spareribs, and lo mein. Chinese food on Christmas Day is more than a cultural phenomenon; it's a rite of passage, a rebellion against holiday labor, and a culinary beacon for those seeking authenticity and warmth on a cold winter night. To guide your annual pilgrimage, we consulted the definitive source for metropolitan-area Chinese dining: The Chinese Quest, a dedicated collective that ranks the best restaurants across Long Island and NYC. Their suggestions shouldn't be a surprise to their followers. If you're not a follower, check the article, and if you like what you read, please consider following us. Happy Holidays!
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A Very Spicy (Jewish) Christmas
Every year at Christmas, Jews all over the world seek out a good movie and Chinese food. The Chinese Quest offers these five recommendations of Szechuan Chinese restaurants to spice up YOUR Christmas. Here are our recommendations for the five best Szechuan style Chinese restaurants on Long Island and New York City. Which Chinese restaurant are you going to?
Read More »[REVIEW] F-A-N Chinese Restaurant is a new Szechuan Restaurant in Deer Park, LI
Newly opened F-A-N Chinese Restaurant, located at 534 Commack Road, Deer Park, NY, specializes in authentic Szechuan cuisine. The space is small, nicely decorated, and the English speaking waitstaff are friendly and helpful. The night we were there had a nice mix of Chinese and Caucasian customers. So what did we think of the food? Click to find out!!
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The Chinese Quest Finding the best Chinese restaurants on Long Island and NYC
