Those pictures! Took me back - a friend of a friend got married and asked me to make the wedding cake. In return, her mum who had come over from China and spoke not a word of English, (but we had some amazing conversations via her daughter who translated everything) made us some authentic Chinese meals, not what we think of as "Chinese food", and they were amazing. Thank you for sharing and bringing back such happy memories for me.
I am happy to hear that my post brought out some fond memories in you. Homemade dishes are always the best, because every family has their own recipe and way of doing things. I am glad you got to try some made by your friend's mom!
I must have the Fuzhou noodles! We also have Ban Mian in Malaysia, a noodle dish I only got acquainted with when I moved to KL. But overall, I miss all Chinese noodles! I didn't know my love for it until I left home for good; I think it's because like you said, you cannot find them anywhere else! And they are notoriously difficult to duplicate at home...
When I visited Malaysia when I was younger (my dad lived in KL for a few years), I remember going to an area where there was a significant Fuzhou diaspora there and we were able to have pretty authentic Fuzhou food there!
My cousin makes his own during CNY (recipe from his dad I think?), and if I'm lucky, I get to eat some :) maybe you can try making some if you have the energy!
I hope you get a chance to go at some point! It's an incredible place to travel and try different foods! Thank you for the support! I'll definitely send you recommendations!
Thank you for your words, Ashleigh! Fuzhou is never on top of anyone's list when people visit China, but it's truly a hidden gem in the most unassuming ways. Just make sure you visit in the Spring or autumn.
I'm loving your travel essays, by the way. Your lifestyle is my dream!
I will have to add it to my list! I would love to visit China one day, although I know it will take lots of visits and not even scratch the surface. Thank you for your kind words; I’m enjoying your letters as well!
After looking at all of your wonderful images, I'm starving...
I try not to look at these photos when I am hungry!
Those pictures! Took me back - a friend of a friend got married and asked me to make the wedding cake. In return, her mum who had come over from China and spoke not a word of English, (but we had some amazing conversations via her daughter who translated everything) made us some authentic Chinese meals, not what we think of as "Chinese food", and they were amazing. Thank you for sharing and bringing back such happy memories for me.
I am happy to hear that my post brought out some fond memories in you. Homemade dishes are always the best, because every family has their own recipe and way of doing things. I am glad you got to try some made by your friend's mom!
I must have the Fuzhou noodles! We also have Ban Mian in Malaysia, a noodle dish I only got acquainted with when I moved to KL. But overall, I miss all Chinese noodles! I didn't know my love for it until I left home for good; I think it's because like you said, you cannot find them anywhere else! And they are notoriously difficult to duplicate at home...
When I visited Malaysia when I was younger (my dad lived in KL for a few years), I remember going to an area where there was a significant Fuzhou diaspora there and we were able to have pretty authentic Fuzhou food there!
Oh, I must research this :) I only remember fuzhou fish balls if you ask me XD
I also miss Fuzhou fish ball! Nowhere in the U.S. I could find truly authentic ones :(
My cousin makes his own during CNY (recipe from his dad I think?), and if I'm lucky, I get to eat some :) maybe you can try making some if you have the energy!
This is amazing…. It looks soooo delicious. If we visit China, would you mind being our tour guide ….. can’t wait for part 4
I hope you get a chance to go at some point! It's an incredible place to travel and try different foods! Thank you for the support! I'll definitely send you recommendations!
Thank you so much 👍
Okay, I am going to start plan for my next trip to China, and, start dieting now to lose some weight so I can gain it all back, plus some! 😅
You can never get enough good food in China! I do want to make it an annual thing to visit China now.
Take me with you next time, okay? This looks amazing!
Thanks, Betsy! They taste even better!
Wonderful reflection on how food connects us to a place and our pasts! Your post makes me want to visit Fuzhou just to try these dishes 😋
Thank you for your words, Ashleigh! Fuzhou is never on top of anyone's list when people visit China, but it's truly a hidden gem in the most unassuming ways. Just make sure you visit in the Spring or autumn.
I'm loving your travel essays, by the way. Your lifestyle is my dream!
I will have to add it to my list! I would love to visit China one day, although I know it will take lots of visits and not even scratch the surface. Thank you for your kind words; I’m enjoying your letters as well!
Fuzhou is a hidden gem!