Month: September 2022

Mazu is an interesting character in Chinese mythology who is said to have lived a very extraordinary life compared to her agemates. I will explain in detail how Mazu lived her life, died, and became the sea goddess. What is Mazu? Mazu or Matsu is a Chinese goddess believed to have...

Guanyin is the god of compassion, mercy, and love that is worshiped by most Buddhist. This god was first regarded as a male god, but as time progressed, the gender of this god seemed more female and today, most people who worship Guanyin regard this god as female. This...

Zha Cai is among the common dishes in China and can be eaten raw or used as an ingredient. In this article, I will explain where zha cai originated, what it tastes like, and how it is usually prepared. What is Chinese Zha cai? Chinese Zha cai is a...

Have you ever heard of the book Tao Te Ching? If you have, you may have wondered what it is all about. Well, read more to find out about it. Tao Te Ching is a philosophical Chinese book that talks about integrity. Integrity is an act of doing the right...

Suan cai also called suan tsai, is a traditional Chinese pickled vegetable for various cuisines. And, akin to the European Sauerkraut, suan cai is used to make perfect embellishments to meat like chicken and pork and as a topping for noodles, making it delicious and healthier. What Is Pickled...

The mandarin duck is common in the Far East region of the world. It is commonly associated with love and companionship. This is because one male mandarin duck is known to only mate with one female mandarin duck till they die. This has been romanticized and included in folk...

Have you ever heard of chicken-blood stone? If yes, then what is it? If not, then look forward to reading this article. Chicken-blood stone is considered a lucky stone that can protect its owner. Chicken-blood stone is a Chinese traditional ornament material. We all have different beliefs and one...

Bamboo weaving is a craft that uses bamboo as the raw material. The craftsmen interlace bamboo strips into patterns using various weaving methods to form useful and decorative items.  What is bamboo weaving? It is a craft that originated in China. It involves the use of bamboo to make...

If you have ever come across a giant Chinese salamander, you will agree that they are one of the most odd-looking creatures in the world. They look like regular salamanders, but the key difference is their size, color, and body shape. They are mainly found in large fragmented regions...

Have you ever heard of Chinese steamed dumplings? Read more to find out what Chinese steamed dumplings are. Chinese steamed dumplings are mostly buns that are made of dough and ground meat as fillings. I am a very foodie person and once my friend took me to a Chinese...