{"product_id":"book-hb6m","title":"Chinese Menu","description":"\u003cb\u003eNewbery and Caldecott honoree and \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestselling author Grace Lin delivers a groundbreaking, lushly illustrated, and beautifully written book that explores the whimsical myths and stories behind your favorite American Chinese food. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e From fried dumplings to fortune cookies, here are the tales behind your favorite foods.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Do you know the stories behind delectable dishes—like the fun connection between scallion pancakes and pizza? Or how dumplings cured a village’s frostbitten ears? Or how wonton soup tells about the creation of the world? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Separated into courses like a Chinese menu, these tales—based in real history and folklore—are filled with squabbling dragons, magical fruits, and hungry monks. This book will bring you to far-off times and marvelous  places, all while making your mouth water. And, along the way, you might just discover a deeper understanding of the resilience and triumph behind this food, and what makes it undeniably American. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Award-winning and bestselling author Grace Lin provides a visual and storytelling feast as she gives insight on the history, legends, and myths behind your favorite American Chinese dishes. \u003ci\u003eChinese Menu \u003c\/i\u003emakes the perfect gift book for anyone who loves good food—and an even better story. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Don't miss: \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhere the Mountain Meets the Moon \u003cbr\u003e Starry River of the Sky \u003cbr\u003e When the Sea Turned to Silver  \u003cbr\u003e The Year of the Dog \u003cbr\u003e The Year of the Rat Dumpling Days\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestseller\u003cbr\u003e An ALA Notable Book\u003cbr\u003e A \u003ci\u003eBookPage\u003c\/i\u003e Best Book of the Year\u003cbr\u003e A New York Public Library Best Book\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Hachette Book Group","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":49348613046576,"sku":"BDhb6m","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Audio CD","offer_id":49348613079344,"sku":"ZEhb6m","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/hb6m-Square-cover.jpg?v=1778164694","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-hb6m","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}