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.
Hot pot has warmed Chinese tables for over a millennium, evolving from portable stoves for travelers to a national dining phenomenon. Whether Sichuan's spicy broth or Cantonese herbal soups, hot pot e
Hot pot has warmed Chinese tables for over a millennium, evolving from portable stoves for travelers to a national dining phenomenon. Whether Sichuan's spicy broth or Cantonese herbal soups, hot pot e
Hot pot has warmed Chinese tables for over a millennium, evolving from portable stoves for travelers to a national dining phenomenon. Whether Sichuan's spicy broth or Cantonese herbal soups, hot pot e
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.