QUESTION:
China is famous around
the world for its food with most cities in
every country almost bulging with Chinese
restaurants. Which are the four main Chinese
cuisines?
A. Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou
and Chongqing
B. Hong Kong, Western, Southern
and Shanghainese
C. Cantonese, Huaiyang, Sichuan,
Northern
D. Salt, Sweet, Bitter, Tart.
ANSWERS:
A. Close but not close enough.
These are in fact the four main industry and
pupulation centres.
B. No. Do not pass Go. Do not
collect a plate of dumplings.
C. Absolutely correct! China
has such an incredibly diverse range of cuisines
that you can spend a lifetime trying the many
dishes on offer.
D. You really need to get out
to some of the great restaurants to brush
up on your Chinese cuisine knowledge.