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Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods

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Author Grace Lin has crafted a stunningly vibrant read with Chinese Menu, which explores the storied history and mythology behind our favorite American Chinese foods. Chinese Menu is the perfect gift for the young foodie in your life.

Newbery and Caldecott honoree and New York Times bestselling author Grace Lin delivers a groundbreaking, lushly illustrated, and beautifully written book that explores the whimsical myths and stories behind your favorite American Chinese food.

From fried dumplings to fortune cookies, here are the tales behind your favorite foods.

Do you know the stories behind delectable dishes—like the fun connection between scallion pancakes and pizza? Or how dumplings cured a village’s frostbitten ears?...