Globalization of Chinese Food (Revised)
✍️ Cheung, Sidney
“This volume is for the intellectually curious cook who views cuisine as a living, evolving culture rather than a static museum piece. It suits those researching diaspora foodways or academic culinary students. If you simply want straightforward recipes to replicate tonight’s dinner without context, this dense theoretical text will disappoint you.
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Sidney Cheung's edited volume approaches Chinese food through the rigorous lens of globalization, tracing innovations and variations worldwide. This book does NOT suit casual home cooks looking for quick weeknight recipes or step-by-step baking techniques, as it lacks practical kitchen instructions. Instead, it serves as an analytical resource tailored strictly for academics and dedicated food writers who prioritize cultural critique over kitchen utility.
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This volume is for the intellectually curious cook who views cuisine as a living, evolving culture rather than a static museum piece. It suits those researching diaspora foodways or academic culinary students. If you simply want straightforward recipes to replicate tonight’s dinner without context, this dense theoretical text will disappoint you.
