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Chinese Cuisine
Chinese cuisine is a whole world of diversity, philosophy, and tradition, which changes according to the climate and crops in each region.
This page invites you and the children to explore the most fascinating aspects of this rich cuisine:
From learning about regional cooking styles, through understanding the symbols inherent in the way of eating and the dining utensils, to hands-on experience with the classic stir-fry method.
Come discover why in China everything is a matter of harmony, balance, and taste, and cook a favorite dish together!
Activity 1: The Chinese Kitchen
Discover the richness of tastes, unique cooking methods, and glorious culinary tradition of China. Join a journey between provinces and cultures through the plate, and get to know the characteristics that make this kitchen so loved all over the world.
Activity 2: Symbols of the Chinese Meal
What do the different components on the Chinese table symbolize? In this activity, we will learn about the deep meanings behind the foods, about the importance of harmony in the meal, and about the cultural symbols that accompany the traditional culinary rituals of the Chinese people.
Activity 3: Stir-fried Rice with Vegetables
Enter the kitchen and experiment with preparing one of the dishes most identified with China. We will learn about the quick stir-fry technique, about combining colors and textures, and about the way to turn simple ingredients into a nutritious, colorful, and especially tasty meal.