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Nothing Says Winter Like Two Tons of Da Baicai (Cabbage)

Nothing else in Beijing declares winter like the arrival of the city’s piles ‘o cabbage. My first year here, I thought snowfall on Old Hallow’s Eve heralded the dreaded Beijing winter; my second, no snow in November, but wretchedly freezing … Continue reading

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Deep-Fry Your Chili: Stir-Fried Cabbage (炒卷心菜)

Is there an easier dish to cook that’s this ridiculously addictive? I’d say…no. And will have words with anyone who dare say otherwise.  I had a craving for this simple fare one day, bought two heads of cabbage and ate … Continue reading

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