China in Seven Banquets: A Flavourful History by DuBois, Thomas David

China in Seven Banquets: A Flavourful History

A captivating journey spanning five thousand years of Chinese culinary heritage, exploring the essence of each era...
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Author: Thomas David DuBois
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China in Seven Banquets: A Flavourful History by DuBois, Thomas David

China in Seven Banquets: A Flavourful History

$56.63

China in Seven Banquets: A Flavourful History

$56.63
Author: Thomas David DuBois
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
A captivating journey spanning five thousand years of Chinese culinary heritage, exploring the essence of each era through seven extraordinary meals.

China in Seven Banquets takes readers on a gastronomic adventure into the history of China's constantly evolving and astonishingly diverse cuisine. From the opulent Eight Treasures feast of ancient times to the Tang dynasty's legendary "Tail-Burning" banquet, and the extravagant "complete Manchu-Han feast" of the Qing court, these iconic repasts offer glimpses into China's rich food history. Delving further, the book invites us to partake of lavish banquets immortalized in literature and film, a New Year's buffet from 1920s Shanghai, a modern delivery menu reflecting the hyperglobal present, and it even offers a peek at the tables of the not-so-distant future. Drawing upon his extensive gastronomic adventures across China, acclaimed historian Thomas David DuBois unravels its ever-changing landscape of culinary trends, revealing why flavors and customs evolved over time. DuBois also recreates dozens of traditional recipes using modern kitchen techniques. Whether indulging in fermented elk or savoring absinthe cocktails, readers embark on an unparalleled odyssey that redefines their perception of Chinese cuisine.

Author: Thomas David DuBois
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Published: 06/12/2024
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781789148619

About the Author
Thomas David DuBois is professor in the Folk Culture Research Center of Beijing Normal University. He is the author of numerous books on China's history and religion.

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