All in Robert Jones
A Tale of Two Tea Ceremonies
In all the time I was in China I was treated to a chinese Tea ceremony only once. It was in Chongqing. It was sprung upon me before I knew what was happening.
Stuffed Sticky Rice Balls
Among the favourites for Chinese New Year, stuffed sticky rice balls are favoured for their symbolism of family togetherness. Seemed a good choice in these isolating Covid times.
新年快乐 - Happy New Year of the Ox
新年快乐 - a.k.a ‘Happy New Year.’
Don’t expect to hear anything from China for the next ten days - the country is on holiday.
New Year was one of those times in China that really felt like a truly crazy experience.
Masala Chai Milk Tea
So, heading into Dry February for me, I’m looking for interesting drinks to take my mind off the demon drink.
Ganbei - The Most Lethal Word in Mandarin
Ganbei!
One of the most lethal words in the Mandarin language.
I learned the hard way.
A Matter of Taste
While I was living in China I often came across some surprising food examples or combinations which left me awestruck. A typical conversation with a Chinese friend would be:
Bob: (Staring with disbelief at a hoarding by the road) Why is that lolly standing in a field of beans with a shovel?
