food journal

Why is a hamburger called a hamburger? Curry is a cuisine that does not exist in India? Why is steak a dish that amateur chefs tend to outperform professional chefs? The mysterious relationship between the Middle Eastern barbecue shawarma and the Turks? Authentic Japanese ramen does not exist in the world? The science of umami that even chefs don't understand? How can local rice taste better than white rice in Japan? In a witty and humorous way, the author introduces dozens of classic foods that are familiar but unknown to us, and let us look at the food on the table from the perspective of reading stories. Understanding the past and present of food, the historical and geographical background behind each food, production process, cooking techniques, etc., can allow us to change the quality of life and ignite our love for "living life".