Most mornings people don’t have much time before work or school to make breakfast. Its a troublesome problem for many that still want something filling to have in the morning. But, in China, the perfect solution has been found! This simple, yet delicious, breakfast consists …
Choose the most suitable taste to fill the blank! A. Suān (酸)
B. Tián (甜)
C. Kǔ (苦)
D. Là (辣)
Zhè dào cài kàn qǐ lái hěn___? 这道菜看起来很___？ How does this dish look?
The 24 solar terms, also known as the Chinese 24 solar terms or the 24 jiéqì, is a traditional system used in East Asia to divide the solar year into 24 parts. Each solar term corresponds to a particular astronomical event or natural phenomenon …
Have you tried snacks from China? These challenging Chinese snacks, what level can you achieve? Get ready to start the challenge!
Dried sweet potato is a nutritious snack that comes in two different textures based on the degree of …
Chinese culture is profound with a long history, and this includes Chinese food culture. In China, there are various kinds of cuisines. Have you ever tasted any of them? Today, let’s learn something about these mouthwatering Chinese foods!
As one of the leading language-teaching …
Besides barbecue, you can also see a lot of appealing food or snacks in the streets of China in hot summer days. Do you know what else Chinese people like to eat in summer? Starting from this article, we’re going to introduce to you …
It’s almost summer time in China. Many Chinese would go out to enjoy great food with family or friends at night. One of the most popular choices is “shāo kǎo(烧烤)”, Chinese barbecue, a kind of food that belongs to the night.
烧烤 (Shāo kǎo): n. …
Did the hotpot we told you about in our last post make your heart skip a beat, your mouth water, and your stomach rumble? Well, brace yourself, because we’re about to kick it up a notch as we round off our “10 Kinds of Chinese …
With winter approaching, there’s nothing more comforting than indulging in a hotpot on a chilly day.
But Chinese hotpot offers a world of diversity, from its flavors and presentation to its ingredients and claimed health benefits.
We’ve curated a list of 10 of the most …
Not all foods are easy to appreciate. Some foods are more of an “后天习得的品味 (hòu tiān xí dé de pǐn wèi) acquired taste”. That means someone has an appreciation for something unlikely to be enjoyed by a person who has not had substantial exposure to …
Answer: 1. C
Xiǎo Xīn: Míng ming, yìqǐ qù chī lán zhōu lāmiàn ba. 小新：明明， 一起去吃兰州拉面吧。 Xiao Xin: Ming, let’s go to eat Lanzhou noodles.
Míng ming: Bǐ qǐ lán zhōu lāmiàn, wǒ gèng xiǎng chī shā xiàn xiǎochī. 明明：比起兰州拉面，我更想吃沙县小吃。 Ming Ming: I would …
Here is the second part of the popular “Top 3 Chinese Street Foods You Have to Try” series that you all have been patiently waiting for. If you want to know more about Chinese street foods favorites, you are sure to find it below.
In …
Answer: 1. C
兰州拉面 (Lán zhōu lāmiàn) Lanzhou Noodles
沙县小吃 (Shā xiàn xiǎochī) Shaxian Snack
津市牛肉粉 (Jīn shì niúròu fěn) Jinshi Beef Noodles
Xiǎo Míng: Jīntiān zhōngwǔ nǐ dǎsuàn chī shénme ya? 小明：今天中午你打算吃什么呀？ Xiao Ming: What are you going to eat at noon today?…
As you probably know, the Chinese are food-obsessed people. The topic of conversation often turns to food and most social and business events will take place over a banquet meal, or a simple late-night “大排档 (dàpáidàng) food stand.” But, did you know which kind of …
Answer: 1. B
点心 (Diǎnxīn) Dim Sum
虾饺 (Xiā jiǎo) Shrimp Dumpling
烤鸭 (Kǎoyā) Roast Duck
小笼包 (Xiǎo lóng bāo) Small Steamed Bun
Because “虾饺 (xiā jiǎo)” and “小笼包 (xiǎo lóng bāo)” are both dumplings and considered Dim Sum. “烤鸭 (kǎoyā) roast duck” is …
Key Words: (Preview) 早点 (Zǎodiǎn) Breakfast
点心 (Diǎnxīn) Dim Sum; Dessert; Light Refreshments; Pastries
What is Dim Sum?
So what is “点心 (diǎnxīn) Dim Sum?”
This popular style of Chinese food resonates across the country, with chefs crafting small, bite-sized portions. Typically enjoyed with tea, …
Most mornings people don’t have much time before work or school to make breakfast. It’s a troublesome problem for many that still want something filling to have in the morning. But, in China, the perfect solution has been found!
1. A: …
Are you a “吃货(chīhuò) foodie? ” In every Chinese city there are fast, affordable and delicious restaurants available on the street or at traditional markets. In English we call this: street food, hawker fare, stall food, or food vendors. You can sit on a small …
