Scroll to choose your favourite version of this iconic dish
Scroll to choose your favourite version of this iconic dish
Do you smell this? It’s now time to set your kitchen and do the magic…
Do you smell this? It’s now time to set your kitchen and do the magic…
Chinese flavours
In each of the eight dominant Chinese cuisines, the balance of flavour is fundamental. Often considered one of the world’s oldest evolving cuisines, the Chinese believe the sign of a good cook is their knowledge and skill in blending and balancing. They say the magic is in the mixture, and each dish must be perfectly harmonised with a mix of all tastes in every mouthful. […]
History & influences
Chinese cuisine is one of the oldest in the world, reaching all the way back to the first millennia BC, managing to survive, evolve and grow into the behemoth it is today, using countless techniques based on empirical knowledge and combined with traditional herbal medicine. Chinese cuisine has had many incarnations and has seen a remarkable transition through history. During the Zhou Dynasty over 5,000 years ago, grains like beans, millet, barley, and brown rice were popular as sustenance and it was during this time, history books recorded the first use of a grill to cook meats and fish. […]
What is Chinese cuisine?
In each of the eight dominant Chinese cuisines, the balance of flavour is fundamental. Often considered one of the world’s oldest evolving cuisines, the Chinese believe the sign of a good cook is their knowledge and skill in blending and balancing. They say the magic is in the mixture, and each dish must be perfectly harmonised with a mix of all tastes in every mouthful. […]
Recipes
Iconic Chinese dishes
It’s hard to choose one iconic dish or cuisine, given the extraordinary cultural and culinary influences right across China. Experts in the clever craft of flavour balancing, Chinese cuisine varies from fiery stir-fries, sweet and sour pork, chop suey and char siu of the Cantonese cuisine, to the Five-Spiced crispy chicken of Sichuan, steaming hot pots of the East, and centuries-old Peking Duck recipe of Beijing served with bowls of steamed rice or noodles. Dishes are finished with sweet egg tarts and warm pots of Jasmine tea. Street food in China, like most of the world, is quick and easy and covers everything from dumpling carts, steamed buns, soups, glutinous rice balls and fragrant spring onion pancakes.
Chinese Spices
Though the typical Five Spice blend of cinnamon, fennel, star anise, Sichuan pepper, and clove is the most prevalent when it comes to spice production and use in China, there are many others including white pepper, a variety of dried chillies, black cardamom, bay leaf, and cumin making China a predominant player in the world’s spice route and staying true to its Silk Road roots. […]
Often considered one of the world’s oldest evolving cuisines, the Chinese believe the sign of a good cook is their knowledge and skill in blending and balancing, like yin and yang. The five spices are a pillar of Chinese cuisine, with sweet, sour, bitter, salty and umami notes. Transport your day into a journey back to ancient Chinese times.
Flavours of the world
Comprising South-eastern regions of Asia, Australia, New Zealand and neighbouring islands, Australasia is a melting pot of cultures, countries and cuisines. From the homegrown, earthy flavours of native Australian cuisine to the zesty, spicy and fresh tastes of Southeast Asia, this culinary region incorporates a wide range of herbs and spices and is all about celebrating what’s local.
Wholesale
Comprising 6 regions, 12 countries (and counting) and 48+ delicious accompanying recipes, Flavours of the World opens the doors to the world’s spice route and allows everyone to explore the countries and cuisines that have shaped our culinary world today. Sugar-free, filler-free, and preservative-free, our blends make cooking wholesome, authentic meals from around the globe simple and affordable; offering step-by-step instructions and a catalogue of free online recipes to suit all diets.
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