Chinese Dining Etiquette
by Wong Yee Lee
At Chinese meal times, Chinese people use a round or square table. Person of the most importance would usually take the seat the farthest away from the door whilst the youngest or the person of the least importance would take the seat closest to the door.
However, if you are the host, usually you would take the seat which is closest to the walkway since it allows the most convenient movement by the host.
Unlike the western style, Chinese people do not use forks and knives. We use a pair of chopsticks and spoons. Unlike Japanese chopsticks, Chinese chopsticks have both ends of the same size whilst Japanese ones have one end sharper than the other.
There are several things to remember when you use chopsticks.
Don't dig in the
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Champagne and Appetizers: Let the Celebration Begin
by Bogdan Voicu
Are you preparing a romantic dinner? A party? Want to feel great eating alone? Whatever the reason, champagne is a definitely must. What to serve it with before the main meal, though?
There are some appetizers that suit with champagne better than with any other beverage or alcoholic drink: caviar, as an example, is so well known it doesn't even require presentation.
What more?
Foie gras
OK, liver. I just used the French term that chefs will use; please don't shoot me for that. I mean, champagne is French, isn't it? Anyway, try goose or duck liver. This soft, smooth type of dish will certainly increase your drinking experience.
Raw Oysters
A good combination but you should not use it if you prefer the oysters with lemon or vi
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Jack Daniel's Tips for the Summer Grill
by News Canada
(NC)-There is nothing that says summer like grillin' and chillin' at the backyard BBQ. Steaks, chicken, ribs or burgers, they all seem to taste better when cooked on the grill. But as good as they taste now, there are a number of "tips" that can help you make the most of your summer grill
Jack Daniel's has long been a part of BBQing in the US, sponsoring a number of BBQ contests and being a key ingredient in some of the best BBQ sauces. We've assembled a few of the tips that have helped past winners of those competitions, and have listed them here for you:
Start with a clean grill. Although that salmon you prepared last night was the best ever, it probably won't enhance the taste of the hamburgers you're having today. Scrub the grill w
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