Pork and cauliflower

According to Larousse Gastronomique, the cauliflower is Oriental in origin and has been known in Italy since the sixteenth century. But I was positively told in China that cauliflower was European in origin. So who is right? [...]

French beans (haricots verts), also known as string beans, were introduced into China many centuries ago. They have a most delicate flavour. [...]

Those who have been to a 'chop suey' type of Chinese restaurant will have found that almost every single dish served there contains the ubiquitous bean sprouts. [...]

You had better explain that the pork meatballs are supposed to resemble the shape of lions' heads and the cabbage is supposed to look like the mane, hence the name. [...]

I first was introduced to mu shu pork at Joyce Chen's Cambridge restaurant years ago. Since then I have tasted many a mu shu, and it still remains one of my favorites. [...]

This is a great way to prepare any leafy vegetable. It's fast too - you can prepare this tasty dish in minutes. [...]

To use up any leftover cooked rice (allow 1 cup at least for each person), the [...]

Lamb is not a standard item on southern Chinese menus. It is much more common [...]