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Playing chopsticks : travels through China

by Sally Hammond, Gordon Hammond

This travel narrative explores modern China through anecdotes from Tibet, the Silk Road, and major cities. It includes observations on local life alongside recipes for traditional dishes such as dumplings, Tibetan momos, and Portuguese tarts.

Accession 21801 ISBN 1741103975 Publisher New Holland Publishers
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