CHINA
Country Overview:
"A land of contrasts, where ancient traditions meet rapid modernization, and delectable cuisine coexists with complex political realities."
My seven-year journey in China, from May 2013 to August 2020, was a whirlwind of experiences. I taught English, pursued my Master's in Politics & Foreign Policy at the prestigious Tsinghua University, and immersed myself in the media landscape at China Today and Xinhua News Agency. Beijing was my home base, but my travels painted a vibrant tapestry of China's diverse landscapes and cultures: the bustling metropolis of Shanghai, the historic city of Xi'an, the tropical paradise of Sanya, the unique blend of East and West in Macau and Hong Kong, and countless other destinations in between. From savoring the exquisite flavors of regional cuisines to navigating the intricacies of daily life under a distinct political system, China left an indelible mark on me.
Hot pot from Chongqing is typically separated like this and has a lot more oil
Hot pot is always good, but I only usually go with Chinese people because it’s a Chinese menu and I don’t feel like playing “just choose randomly and hope it’s good”.
Cheap hot pot place was amazing
Choose spicy or non spicy broth, choose what you want to cook, then go for it.
Hot Pot is super tasty.
Like fondue, but you boil the food in either a spicy or non spicy broth. The literal Chinese translation is ‘fire pot’, but I suppose 'hot’ gets the point across as well.