Shanghai dishes make the grade
( 2003-12-12 17:15) (China Daily)
After three years of appraisal by food experts, 448 varieties of Shanghai
dishes have been crowned "famous dishes and snacks" of Shanghai, symbolizing the
establishment of Shanghai-style food as a cuisine in its own right, Shanghai
Evening Post reports.
Since 2001, experts in the food and beverage industry have been selecting and
discussing thousands of dishes prepared by hotels and restaurants in the city.
A total of 448 items were chosen, among them 384 different dishes and 64
kinds of snacks, including both traditional and trendy fare.
Chinese cuisine has developed from the original four styles to 24 distinct
cuisines, but this marks the official entry of Shanghai signature dishes to the
circle.
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