Culinary Historians of San Diego will present "Is Americanized Chinese Authentic?," featuring Dr. Yong Chen, in the Neil Morgan Auditorium. The professor will attempt to answer a question many have asked: does America's Chinese food represent a cuisine that is authentically Chinese? Starting with defining "cuisine," Dr. Chen will move through the history of cooking throughout the regions of China, and ultimately demonstrate how what we enjoy at our favorite Chinese-American restaurants is widely recognized as a distinct Chinese cuisine. Dr. Chen received his Ph.D from Cornell University, and is currently professor of history at the University of California, Irvine. He is the author of three books on the subjects of the history of Chinese in America and their cuisine; and co-edited another. Dr. Chen's research has been published in leading academic journals, and he remains an important resource for many media organizations (such as Radio France Internationale, ERRV, Sing Tao Daily, Correio Brazilienese, National Public Radio and KPCC) in four languages, discussing issues ranging from food, race and immigration in the U.S. to Sino-American relations. The event is free and open to the public. A tasting will follow Dr. Chen's presentation.
Admission/Cost: FREE
Location:
Central Library
330 Park Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92101
Saturday, January 18 - 10:30 AM
Admission/Cost: FREE
Location:
Central Library
330 Park Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92101
Saturday, January 18 - 10:30 AM
