Chef Han Served Two Chinese Presidents
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Chinese seafood is gaining in popularity. In China itself, the general population is eating more seafood than ever, and the government actively encourages and promotes the adoption of more seafood consumption. They see it as a more efficient and sustainable source of protein for their...
For most Americans, the term "crispy chicken" or "fried chicken" invokes visions of the traditional "Southern Fried Chicken." Similarly, the thought of fried chicken is often associated with summertime barbecues and and side dishes like biscuits, mac & cheese, or potato salad. However, an increasing number...
It has now been two months since the shelter-in-place orders went into effect in San Francisco to help stop the spread of COVID-19. These have been challenging times for all of us as our lives have suddenly been turned upside-down. Here at Z & Y Restaurant,...
At Z & Y Restaurant in San Francisco's historic Chinatown district, guests enjoy some of the world's best and most authentic Sichuan cuisine found outside of China. The quality of the food and the cultural attractions such as the regular Kung Fu Tea and Bian...
Only a generation or two ago, Americans and other Westerners had a skewed, inaccurate view of Chinese food. They wrongly associated the cuisines with the cheap, greasy, imitation dishes found mostly in chain restaurants and malls. That began to change when President Richard Nixon visited China...
Check, Please! Bay Area is a beloved Bay Area television program featuring guests and eateries as diverse the local region itself. During each episode of this Emmy Award-winning program, three local diners are cast as restaurant critics and share their favorite spots. As the Bay Area's...
While San Francisco may not transform into a literal winter wonderland during the holidays, it sure does a nice job of celebrating. There are plenty of secret, and not-so-secret, spots and events around the City by the Bay that are sure to bring some joy...
One of the most popular dishes served at Z & Y Restaurant is a true Chinese classic: Tea Smoked Duck. This presentation of duck is a signature of Sichuan cuisine. The subtle aroma of smoke and the crispy, fragrant duck meat is nicely complemented by...
In 1961, the now-famous Cecilia Chiang opened an authentic Mandarin restaurant in San Francisco. At the time, only Americanized versions of Chinese restaurants existed in San Francisco and elsewhere in the United States. Discrimination against Chinese due to the 1924 Johnson-Reed Act and the Chinese...
Who knew there were so many fabulous Chinatowns around the world? One of the top ones, of course, is right here in San Francisco. Known as the oldest of its kind in North America, San Francisco's Chinatown was historically a starting point for many Chinese...
