Hello dear readers! Today I would like to recommend to you a mouth-watering and culturally rich book - "The Land of Fish and Rice". This is not an ordinary cookbook, but a visual feast that takes you to appreciate the food and culture of Jiangnan. It is like a window that allows us to get a glimpse of the table culture in the south of the Yangtze River and feel the demeanor derived from Chinese tradition.
Imagine you are sitting in an elegantly decorated Jiangnan restaurant, the sun is shining obliquely through the window, and the book in your hand is like a senior food tour guide, taking you through the streets and alleys of Jiangnan to find those hidden food masters. Fu Xia, the British food writer, with her passion and perseverance, reveals the unique charm of Jiangnan food culture for us.
In the book, Fuxia recorded in detail what she saw and heard in Jiangnan, from the history of Jiangnan cuisine to the local cultural style, from eating habits, cooking characteristics to food stories, presented one by one. You'll find mouth-watering classic recipes such as lion's head, osmanthus sugar lotus, Sixi roasted bran, and more, each of which contains a deep historical and cultural heritage. And Fuxia's delicate brushstrokes make us seem to be able to smell the aroma of those delicacies and feel the warmth and beauty from the south of the Yangtze River.
What's more, the book also introduces 108 standing ingredients and 24 cooking techniques. These ingredients and techniques are the essence of Jiangnan cuisine, which not only adds a unique flavor to the dishes, but also reflects the exquisite elegance and inclusiveness of Jiangnan people. Through this book, we can not only learn how to make authentic Jiangnan food, but also have an in-depth understanding of Jiangnan's food culture and historical heritage.
In addition to the food, this book also gives us a taste of the cultural style of Jiangnan. In the process of searching for food, Fuxia met many interesting characters, and their stories added more humanistic colors to the book. Behind these stories, it reflects the lifestyle and values of Jiangnan people, giving us a deeper understanding of this land.
After reading this book, you will not only sigh at the richness and variety of Jiangnan cuisine, but also be moved by the humanistic atmosphere of this land. It's not just a feast for the taste buds, it's a baptism for the soul. As the book says: "Jiangnan reminiscence, the most memorable is this flavor." "This is not only a tribute to Jiangnan cuisine, but also a tribute to the rich and colorful culture and history of this land.
So, dear readers, if you love food and culture, then this book must not be missed. Let's follow in the footsteps of Fuxia and embark on this delicious food journey! Trust me, it will be an experience you will never forget. And the food and culture of Jiangnan will also become the best memories in our hearts.