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Chinese Menu
Newbery and Caldecott honoree and New York Times bestselling author Grace Lin delivers a groundbreaking, lushly illustrated, and beautifully written book that explores the whimsical myths and stories behind your favorite American Chinese…
About Chinese Menu
Newbery and Caldecott honoree and New York Times bestselling author Grace Lin delivers a groundbreaking, lushly illustrated, and beautifully written book that explores the whimsical myths and stories behind your favorite American Chinese food. From fried dumplings to fortune cookies, here are the tales behind your favorite foods. Do you know the stories behind delectable dishes—like the fun connection between scallion pancakes and pizza? Or how dumplings cured a village’s frostbitten ears? Or how wonton soup tells about the creation of the world? Separated into courses like a Chinese menu, these tales—based in real history and folklore—are filled with squabbling dragons, magical fruits, and hungry monks. This book will bring you to far-off times and marvelous places, all while making your mouth water. And, along the way, you might just discover a deeper understanding of the resilience and triumph behind this food, and what makes it undeniably American. Award-winning and bestselling author Grace Lin provides a visual and storytelling feast as she gives insight on the history, legends, and myths behind your favorite American Chinese dishes. Chinese Menu makes the perfect gift book for anyone who loves good food—and an even better story. Don't miss: Where the Mountain Meets the Moon Starry River of the Sky When the Sea Turned to Silver The Year of the Dog The Year of the Rat Dumpling Days A New York Times bestseller An ALA Notable Book A BookPage Best Book of the Year A New York Public Library Best Book
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Chinese Menu — frequently asked
- Is Chinese Menu on Spotify?
- We haven't confirmed Chinese Menu on Spotify's audiobook catalog yet. Spotify audiobooks are included with Premium (up to a monthly listening limit) in supported markets.
- Is Chinese Menu on Apple Books?
- Yes — Chinese Menu is available as an audiobook on Apple Books.
- Who wrote Chinese Menu?
- Chinese Menu is by Grace Lin.
- Where can I buy the Chinese Menu audiobook?
- Audible and Amazon both carry audiobooks; use the retailer links on this page to go straight to Chinese Menu. For print copies, compare Bookshop.org, Barnes & Noble, and Books-A-Million.
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