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What to Order from the ‘Secret’ Menu at Chinese Restaurants

You’ve been missing out on some incredible authentic Chinese food all this time!

What Is the Difference Between Chow Mein and Lo Mein?

If you’ve ever opened a box of Chinese take-out and it turns out to be not exactly what you ordered, you may have mixed up your meins. That’s right, there is a difference between these two popular Chinese dishes—however, the difference is probably not what you think. While it may be easy to assume that the type of noodles is what makes the dish difference, we all know what happens when you assume. Yes, you’re actually incorrect on this oneSo, if not…

This Is the Worst Dish at a Chinese Restaurant

Everyone loves to indulge in Chinese takeout, but there is one unhealthy meal that is the worst dish you shouldn't order from a Chinese restaurant.

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

How To Stop Getting So Much Darn Plastic When You Order Takeout

Why Butcher Shops Make Great Restaurants

What happens when you merge a butcher shop and a restaurant? Cooking that’s a cut above. Here’s where to eat—and buy—some of the country’s best meat. Plus a recipe for country-style pork ribs from chef Damon Menapace.

What I learnt eating at 8,000 Chinese restaurants

David R Chan's decades of dining at 8,000 Chinese eateries has taught him about America and himself.

What We Are Still Getting Wrong About Chinese Food

Fly By Jing founder Jing Gao wants to push back at Western notions of what Chinese food is supposed to be, tackling ideas like "Chinese Food will never be accepted by the mainstream." and "Authentic Chinese food is supposed to be cheap." and "My experience with Chinese food is the ONLY experience."

Chow Mein vs. Lo Mein: What's the Real Difference Between Them?

When it comes to chow mein vs. low mein, the similar-looking dishes are popular in Chinese cuisine, but they are very different. Here's how.

Inside the ‘Uniquely American’ Mission Chinese Food Cookbook

Read Anthony Bourdain's foreword, and take a deep dive into the world of Kung Pao Pastrami.

WAN-IFRA Study: Engaged Readers Don’t Churn

By: Karina Fabian, Marketing Communications SpecialistIn August, WAN-IFRA released a study about news media subscription and the strategy for preventing reader churn. Retaining readers is less costly than finding new ones, but it isn’t necessarily easier. The study, which involved dozens of publishers in the United States and Europe, found that, whatever tactics they

Science Agrees With Obi Wan: Trust Your Feelings

Imagine you’re giving a presentation tomorrow to a group of your organization’s top decision makers. Your job will be to persuade them to approve, and invest in, a new initiative you’ve worked over a year to develop. Heading into the meeting, you’re convinced you have a fantastic business case. You’ve studied the competition, run several …

Craving For Chinese Food? At Least 6,000 Times

The story of David Chan, a man who has tried more than 6,000 Chinese restaurants in the US. But he still can't use chopsticks…

This Is What Your Chinese Zodiac Element Is (And What It Means for You)

Understanding the five Chinese zodiac elements can help you find balance, success, and luck in all areas of your life.

Chinese Writings, How to Write Chinese Words Correctly

Introducing Chinese writing styles and Chinese words writing skills and ancient Chinese writing art.

Chinese Dragons: Why They're So Important in Chinese Culture

There’s a lot more to the mythical creature that shaped Chinese history than you probably realize.