Finalist for the Kiriyama Prize 

Chinese Cuisine Finalist for the Gourmand World Cookbook Award

First work of fiction ever excerpted by Gourmet Magazine

A Book Sense Pick

"Both entertaining and learned, The Last Chinese Chef just might be the perfect leisure read.  It effortlessly weaves together a fast-paced romantic plot with profound precepts from ancient Chinese food culture. This delicious book will leave you with an intense craving for perfectly prepared Chinese food."

    -WALL STREET JOURNAL

"Stunning picture of a country caught between tradition and modern life."

    -ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY

"The most thorough explanation of Chinese food that I've ever read in the English language."

    -RUTH REICHL

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