This illustrated tour delves into China's rich food and drink culture, highlighting its evolution from ancient to modern times. Liu Junru examines cooking traditions, regional variations, advanced culinary techniques, and contemporary dining trends, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the origins of this beloved cuisine.
Part of the educational and beautifully produced Cultural China Series, this book focuses on the long history of garments and ornaments in China, which are considered one of the necessities of life, as well part of China’s traditional craft heritage. This book discusses the development of garment making through archeological investigation, and the portrayals of different types of clothing in ancient texts and drawings. As a retrospective of garments throughout Chinese history, we can define cultural movements throughout the centuries. In vivid color, with illustrations and photographs accompanying the text throughout.