Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, and Other Curiously Named Classic Chinese Dishes: Graphic Cookbook + 28 Recipes
Explore the unique nomenclature of traditional Chinese dishes through folklore, personal storytelling, and 26 easy-to-cook recipes in this entertaining graphic novel cookbook, perfect for lovers of comics and food.
Storytelling is one of the most universal and collaborative components in every culture. In Chinese culture, dishes are often connected to a classic legend, a famous person, or a historical event, underlining the importance of food.
In this delightful graphic novel-style recipe book, Chinese American cookbook author Ying Chang Compestine explores the folkloric stories behind beloved Chinese dishes and gives easy-to-follow recipes for each, such as:
- Mapo Tofu, a savory dish named for the āold lady with a pockmarked faceā who invented it
- Goubuli Baozi (translation: "ignored by doggy stuffed bunsā), classic buns with minced pork and vegetables made popular by an unusually taciturn village boy
- Tear-inducing Heartbreak Jelly Noodles that combine chili oil, peppercorns, and other fiery ingredients and are believed to cure the sadness of a broken heart
- Steamed Milk Custard, one of the most beloved desserts in China, originated during the Qing Dynasty by a hungry young cattle farmer as a way to preserve milk
These are dishes Ying grew up with, cooked with her grandmother, and prepares for her own family today. Stories and recipes are illustrated and presented in panel layout, with art by award-winning childrenās book illustrator Vivian Truong.
Perfect for:
- Readers interested in Chinese culture, history, and folklore
- Lovers of comics and/or graphic novels
- People who enjoy humor and storytelling
- Gift-giving to foodies or home cooksĀ
- Fans of illustrated cookbooks and food magazines
PRODUCT DETAILS :
| ISBN : 9781797218267 | |
| BY (AUTHOR) Chang Compestine, Ying, ILLUSTRATED BY Truong, Vivian | |
| PUBLISHER : Chronicle Books | PUBLICATION DATE : April 10, 2025 |
| COUNTRY OF PUBLICATION : United States | IMPRINT : Chronicle Books |
| LANGUAGE : English | AGE : General |
| PRODUCT FORM : Hardback | |
PRODUCT CATEGORY :
Lifestyle, Hobbies & Leisure
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Explore the unique nomenclature of traditional Chinese dishes through folklore, personal storytelling, and 26 easy-to-cook recipes in this entertaining graphic novel cookbook, perfect for lovers of comics and food.
Storytelling is one of the most universal and collaborative components in every culture. In Chinese culture, dishes are often connected to a classic legend, a famous person, or a historical event, underlining the importance of food.
In this delightful graphic novel-style recipe book, Chinese American cookbook author Ying Chang Compestine explores the folkloric stories behind beloved Chinese dishes and gives easy-to-follow recipes for each, such as:
- Mapo Tofu, a savory dish named for the āold lady with a pockmarked faceā who invented it
- Goubuli Baozi (translation: "ignored by doggy stuffed bunsā), classic buns with minced pork and vegetables made popular by an unusually taciturn village boy
- Tear-inducing Heartbreak Jelly Noodles that combine chili oil, peppercorns, and other fiery ingredients and are believed to cure the sadness of a broken heart
- Steamed Milk Custard, one of the most beloved desserts in China, originated during the Qing Dynasty by a hungry young cattle farmer as a way to preserve milk
These are dishes Ying grew up with, cooked with her grandmother, and prepares for her own family today. Stories and recipes are illustrated and presented in panel layout, with art by award-winning childrenās book illustrator Vivian Truong.
Perfect for:
- Readers interested in Chinese culture, history, and folklore
- Lovers of comics and/or graphic novels
- People who enjoy humor and storytelling
- Gift-giving to foodies or home cooksĀ
- Fans of illustrated cookbooks and food magazines
PRODUCT DETAILS :
| ISBN : 9781797218267 | |
| BY (AUTHOR) Chang Compestine, Ying, ILLUSTRATED BY Truong, Vivian | |
| PUBLISHER : Chronicle Books | PUBLICATION DATE : April 10, 2025 |
| COUNTRY OF PUBLICATION : United States | IMPRINT : Chronicle Books |
| LANGUAGE : English | AGE : General |
| PRODUCT FORM : Hardback | |
PRODUCT CATEGORY :
Lifestyle, Hobbies & Leisure
