A bite of China

: 0 Comment(s)Print E-mail Xinhua, May 14, 2014

Photo taken on Jan. 1, 2012 shows a man having laba porridge while walking on a street in Zhengzhou, capital of central China's Henan Province. Chinese have the tradition to eat laba porridge on the eighth day of the 12th lunar month. One of the most popular types worldwide, Chinese food is famous for its taste and variety, with an unparalleled range of ingredients, techniques, dishes and eating styles. The history of Chinese food stretches back for thousands of years and has changed from period to period and in each region according to climate, tradition and local preferences. Chinese people pride themselves on eating a wide variety of foods while remaining true to the spirit of Chinese food culture. (Xinhua/Wang Song)