Adventures in a Chinese- American Kitchen
Category: Chinese
Hi!! I've switched to posting every two weeks, but this week's special. First, I've "completed" supplements for my three target schools- FINALLY! More importantly, it's National Day! I get the ENTIRE week off. So, this week, I'm stepping away from schoolwork into Shanghai- Starting today. Let's get going! K11 Shanghai has an amazing art scene, … Continue reading Happy National Day!
Hi!!! I know it's been a while, but I'm back and definitely haven't been lazing around. Since last post, I've visited two colleges, finished my internship at Sidechef 😦 and really got busy on those college apps. Well, with that said, it's time to get back to Cultural Shanghai! This week, I finally get to … Continue reading Cultural Shanghai Pt.3: Hu Xin Teahouse
Hi!!! Last week, I said for the second time that I'd go to that historic teahouse, and guess what, I didn't go... again. Well, my family ended up going somewhere with better tea and much better scenery. Yep, Hanghou, home of Longjing tea. Unfortunately, tea season ended late April, but we didn't miss out on … Continue reading Quick Trip to Hangzhou Pt. 1: The Views!!! （杭州印象）
Hi!! As promised, I'm back with another installment of Cultural Shanghai. I know I said I would be going to a historic teahouse, but ..... I got a bit distracted browsing Lonely Planet.... and.... couldn't take my eyes off one restaurant in particular: 绿波廊 绿波廊 绿波廊 is THE restaurant in the Yu Garden food scene. … Continue reading Cultural Shanghai: 绿波廊 (Lu Bo Lang) The Restaurant of Dignitaries
Hi!!! Yesterday, I had some pretty insane crab ..... at a subway station. Well, there's a reason for that. Right after lunch, we were off to start a new series on the blog: Cultural Shangahai From the centuries old buildings on Waitan to hutongs, Shanghai is renowned for it's cultural history. I've always wanted to … Continue reading Cultural Shanghai: The (Not so) Sad Holocaust Story (上海犹太难民纪念馆）
Hi!!! I'm back. It's only been a week or so since my last post, but I've been so busy that it feels like forever. Basically, it's crunch time for AP exams. Last week it was a Calc test, English paper, Capstone presentation prep ( the official one is in 2 weeks) and Econ mock and … Continue reading Nanjing Impressions (南京大牌檔) at Lianyang Plaza
H!!! Vacation is over; the relatives left and it's time to get back to work. But... before school ramps up again, we decided to go on one more food adventure. Where? Well to the restaurant I've been waiting to try for the past three weeks Chao Fu Guan Chao Fu Guan is an upscale cantonese … Continue reading 580RMB for WHAT?! Dinner at Chao Fu Guan (潮府馆）
Hi!!! It's New Years Eve!!! This year is extra special because the grandparents are here!!! In Shanghai!!! Usually, we go over to Hunan, but since it's the one year anniversary of moving into our new house, everyone came to Shanghai to celebrate! So... on the 13th, my grandma, grandpa, uncle, aunt and little cousin flew … Continue reading Happy Chinese New Year! Full Menu
Hi!!! With winter in full swing and germs flying around, it's more important than ever to get vitamins and minerals in. It's also the time of year where nothing sounds better than a lazy bowl of soup. Well, this simple recipe accomplishes the best of both worlds. Lets cook! Stewed Cabbage and Tofu As promised, … Continue reading Recipe Post: Stewed Cabbage and Tofu
Hi!! I'm back with another recipe! This one is a favorite on my mom's side and it's not surprising why. Eggplant is chock full of vitamins and antioxidants. More importantly, it's practically a soft flavor sponge. Even better, unlike most other braises, braised eggplant doesn't take forever. While a perfect vegetarian dish, we usually add … Continue reading Braised Eggplant
The Red-braised Twinkie 