That meal looked really good! I don't think i would have gone for the triple stinky dish, though. You must not be Chinese anymore if you prefer sweet desserts - unless you're from Wuxi! How much was this menu?
Wow, you really know about Chinese culture! I do have a sweet tooth, haha, but Wuxi's sweetness is still a bit too much for me because those are not desserts and they just add sugar to every dish 😂 for dessert, my upper limit is Gulab Jamun of India. The menu is 688 RMB which equals to 96.41 USD by today's rate, with everything included.
I usually love seafood, but the thought of eating rotten fish absolutely disgusts me even if done in a safe way. I once tried eating prawns that were only a day too old and fine the day before, and I actually vomited. Im kinda of impressed you actually managed to eat it and dont even seem disgusted
There is a difference between a dish created by accident (supposedly the fish began to rot) and a dish that actually went bad and became rancid. It sounds like the prawn you ate actually turned bad and you had food poisoning. The dish in the video wasn't the case. The dish is an adaptation from 臭鳜鱼 (Chòu Guì Yú), also known as stinky mandarin fish. It's a famous traditional dish from Huizhou cuisine, particularly popular in the Anhui province of China. Despite its pungent name, the dish is highly regarded for its rich flavor. The fish (usually mandarin fish, a freshwater species) is partially fermented, which gives it a distinct and strong smell, often described as “stinky.” This controlled fermentation is crucial for developing the unique flavor. While the initial smell can be off-putting for some, the actual taste of the fish is savory, slightly sweet, and umami-rich. The fermentation softens the fish’s flesh and adds complexity to its flavor. So, the dish is actually not rotten or rancid. But there is a legend that this dish was supposedly created by accident when fish began to spoil, but the result turned out to be surprisingly delicious.
If an American were here, could we speak English? It seems like everyone else in the world is bilingual, but was wondering. Could an American get around ok here with the language difference?
Not really, overall the English "mastery" rate here is much less than Italy to give you a comparable example. In bigger cities like Beijing and Shanghai more young people can speak some English, but smaller cities, no. Chengdu is considered a big city but still most people don't. For those who do, their English is comparable to captain carb's level in my other video.
I do not recommend French cuisine - even Michelin or not. Believe me, American cuisine (I worked in New Orleans), Chinese cuisine worth far more. Their cuisine is tasty, flavored, a meltingpot of all influences and techniques. No need to waste your time and money - though your purpose is to say "I have been there".
You did a good job in describing, comparing, and explaining about the dishes. I find it interesting.
Glad you enjoyed it!
That meal looked really good! I don't think i would have gone for the triple stinky dish, though. You must not be Chinese anymore if you prefer sweet desserts - unless you're from Wuxi!
How much was this menu?
Wow, you really know about Chinese culture! I do have a sweet tooth, haha, but Wuxi's sweetness is still a bit too much for me because those are not desserts and they just add sugar to every dish 😂 for dessert, my upper limit is Gulab Jamun of India.
The menu is 688 RMB which equals to 96.41 USD by today's rate, with everything included.
I usually love seafood, but the thought of eating rotten fish absolutely disgusts me even if done in a safe way. I once tried eating prawns that were only a day too old and fine the day before, and I actually vomited. Im kinda of impressed you actually managed to eat it and dont even seem disgusted
There is a difference between a dish created by accident (supposedly the fish began to rot) and a dish that actually went bad and became rancid. It sounds like the prawn you ate actually turned bad and you had food poisoning. The dish in the video wasn't the case.
The dish is an adaptation from 臭鳜鱼 (Chòu Guì Yú), also known as stinky mandarin fish. It's a famous traditional dish from Huizhou cuisine, particularly popular in the Anhui province of China. Despite its pungent name, the dish is highly regarded for its rich flavor.
The fish (usually mandarin fish, a freshwater species) is partially fermented, which gives it a distinct and strong smell, often described as “stinky.” This controlled fermentation is crucial for developing the unique flavor. While the initial smell can be off-putting for some, the actual taste of the fish is savory, slightly sweet, and umami-rich. The fermentation softens the fish’s flesh and adds complexity to its flavor.
So, the dish is actually not rotten or rancid. But there is a legend that this dish was supposedly created by accident when fish began to spoil, but the result turned out to be surprisingly delicious.
He acts like he is a master taster of Michelin Cuisine
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If an American were here, could we speak English? It seems like everyone else in the world is bilingual, but was wondering. Could an American get around ok here with the language difference?
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@@刘宗翰-b8z Aw, well, that's good to know. Thank you for your reply! :)
Not really, overall the English "mastery" rate here is much less than Italy to give you a comparable example. In bigger cities like Beijing and Shanghai more young people can speak some English, but smaller cities, no.
Chengdu is considered a big city but still most people don't. For those who do, their English is comparable to captain carb's level in my other video.
Chengdu is not famous for those. This is the place for enjoying hot and spicy food. Pero, my most addicted food is 攀枝花任德琼羊肉米线, worth to try.
Haha okay, aunque 攀枝花 is a bit far.
@@Fufski that is in Chengdu.
@@chengyaowu2373 I see, if I have time, I’ll try it.
hhh菜名太难翻了
菜单上的名字我直接照搬过来了
I do not recommend French cuisine - even Michelin or not.
Believe me, American cuisine (I worked in New Orleans), Chinese cuisine worth far more. Their cuisine is tasty, flavored, a meltingpot of all influences and techniques. No need to waste your time and money - though your purpose is to say "I have been there".
I've been to New Orleans and I love Cajun and Creole foods!