WHAT'S
in My Fridge?
Open sesame! (Well, the fridge in this case.)
Let's see what ingredients are calling my name!
WHAT
am I in the Mood for?
Decision time!
Light, hearty, or something more challenging!
Chopsticks were originally used for cooking, not eating!
D name ‘DIM SUM’ literally translate to ‘touch your heart’ in Cantonese.
Xinjiang-style lamb skewers, are a popular street snack across China.
AN ANECDOTE
“A visitor at a Chengdu market saw a chef expertly stir-frying in a giant wok. When asked about the secret to his delicious stir-fry, the chef replied with a smile,
Chinese food tries to engage the mind, not just the palate. To provoke the intellect.
NICOLE MONES
EDITOR'S NOTE
In my Cantonese upbringing, the aroma of delicious food was ever-present. My childhood was shaped by the heart of Cantonese home cooking. This collection of recipes expands upon those cherished memories. Within these pages, I want to share the dishes that have shaped my passion for cooking, the timeless classics that still evoke warm feelings, and the innovative twists that keep Chinese cuisine vibrant and exciting.