Peking duck has been China's most celebrated dish for five centuries. Discover the meticulous preparation, the regional variations, and why this bird has conquered restaurant menus worldwide.
From Zhou-dynasty cauldrons to Chongqing dockyards, hot pot turned a boiling pot into China's most social meal — a test of friendship in chilli and time.
From Mongolian horse herders to Sichuanese spice masters, Chinese hot pot evolved over 1,000 years into a culinary tradition that says more about Chinese culture than any single dish could.
Shaped like ancient ingots, jiaozi are a 1,800-year-old staple of northern Chinese tables and New Year's Eve kitchens.