 Amy Tan,
Author of Joy Luck Club and Kitchen God's Wife:
"A cookbook of family secrets that the
Kitchen God's Wife would have been proud to write for her daughter."
Patricia Unterman, San Francisco Examiner
"But even if you don't eat one dish from this book,
you'll feel satisfied."The Wisdom of the
Chinese Kitchen, like Diana Kennedy's My Mexicoand works
by M.F.K. Fisher, is as much about a way of life as it is about cooking.
That this way of life exists with such astounding vitality next door
makes this book all the more valuable."
Ken Hom,
Author of Easy Family Recipes From a Chinese-American Childhood:
"Grace Young's The Wisdom
of the Chinese Kitchen is a poignant, touching
look at her Chinese-American past. Each page is filled with delicious
recipes written straight from the heart. This is more than a cookbook;
it is a social history that deserves a place in every American library."
Paula Wolfert,
Author of Mediterranean Grains and Greens:
"It's so rare to come across a cookbook
that I fall in love with at first sight. I heartily recommend The Wisdom
of the Chinese Kitchen for its terrific
recipes, intimate view of how Chinese Americans eat, and charming writing.
The sections on yin-yang harmony and shopping like a sleuth are worth
the price alone!"
Michelle Huneven, Los Angeles Magazine:
"In addition to fascinating anecdotes
and concise recipes for classic dishes, Young's book offers invaluable
shopping instructions, a glossary of Chinese ingredients and photos
of the basics-sauces, dried foods, fruits and vegetables. The author
explains which ingredients are shelved together, how to avoid being
overwhelmed in the produce section and what to expect at the butcher
counter."
Publisher's Weekly:
"Probing her rich culinary heritage
with passion and fortitude, Young expertly reveals ancient secrets encouraging
readers to experience the joy of authentic Chinese cooking."
Saveur Magazine:
"...this is a book to be relished on
several levels. It's rich in content, cleanly written and beautifully
designed, with black and gold typography and soft, flamelike shapes
silk-screened onto the pages."
Sing Tao Daily:
"The
Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen is not just a unique collection
of Chinese recipes but also an excellent introduction to the Chinese
culture in foods. It is a must for book-lovers. It enables Westerners
to get a deeper understanding of China; it enables ethnic Chinese to
understand themselves better as well."
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