Despite this, many ancient dishes remain popular today. Join us as The Post guides you through some favourites. More than 10,000 years ago, people began using clay pots to boil food in water ...

Even though I don’t cook Chinese food all the time, I can hardly step into my kitchen without encountering ingredients, equipment and cooking methods that can be traced back to China.

Like most ancient Chinese superstitions designed to boost good luck, the hospital food rituals aim to ward off misfortune and ensure a smooth night shift where “everyone is safe.” Among these ...

Book of the Week. James Beard Award-winning cook and writer Fuchsia Dunlop explores the history, philosophy and techniques of China's rich and ancient culinary culture.