Mister Jiu's in Chinatown

Explore the vibrant culinary heritage of Chinatown with this groundbreaking cookbook that pays homage to the rich tapestry of Chinese cooking in America. Authored by celebrated chef Brandon Jew, the book features an enticing collection of 90 meticulously curated recipes that blend traditional flavors with modern techniques. 'Mister Jiu's in Chinatown' captures the essence of classic dishes and reinvents them for today's palate, inviting home cooks to dive into authentic Chinese cuisine. With recipes like Sizzling Rice Soup, Squid Ink Wontons, and Banana Black Sesame Pie, this cookbook offers something for every food lover. Each recipe is not just about cooking; it's about storytelling, as Jew shares his experiences and the history of Chinatown that has influenced his culinary journey. The book is beautifully designed with over a hundred captivating photographs, showcasing both the art of the dishes and the charm of Chinatown itself. Ideal for anyone looking to enhance their culinary repertoire or appreciate the artistry of Chinese cooking, this cookbook is a must-have in your kitchen collection. Discover the future of Chinese American cuisine and connect with your heritage through each delicious recipe and story included in this unique cookbook, which promises to inspire your cooking adventures. Enjoy FREE shipping, and allow up to 10 days for delivery as you embark on this delicious journey.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781984856500
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 304


Description:
The acclaimed chef behind the Michelin-starred Mister Jiu's restaurant shares the past, present, and future of Chinese cooking in America through 90 mouthwatering recipes.

"Brandon Jew's affection for San Francisco'sChinatownand his own Chinese heritage is palpable in this cookbook, which is both a recipe collection and a portrait of a district rich in history."-Fuchsia Dunlop, James Beard Award-winning author ofThe Food of Sichuan

Brandon Jew trained in the kitchens of California cuisine pioneers and Michelin-starred Italian institutions before finding his way back toChinatownand the food of his childhood. Through deeply personal recipes and stories about the neighborhood that often inspires them, this groundbreaking cookbook is an intimate account of how Chinese food became American food and the making of a Chinese American chef.

Jew takes inspiration from classicChinatown recipes to create innovative spins like Sizzling Rice Soup, Squid Ink Wontons, Orange Chicken Wings, Liberty Roast Duck, Mushroom Mu Shu, and Banana Black Sesame Pie. From the fundamentals of Chinese cooking to master class recipes, he interweaves recipes and techniques with stories about their origins inChinatownand in his own family history. And he connects his classical training and American roots to Chinese traditions in chapters celebrating dim sum, dumplings, and banquet-style parties.

With more than a hundred photographs of finished dishes as well as moving and evocative atmospheric shots ofChinatown, th

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