Tag Archives: 大盘鸡

On the growing popularity of “Xi’an” and “Northwestern Chinese” cuisine

Posted on August 3, 2014 by David Dettmann

I picked up the new “Metro Chinese Weekly” today while in Chinatown.  For those who are unfamiliar, this is a thick (eat your heart out, Village Voice), free, and weekly Chinese language newspaper, printed for Chinese communities in the Philly … Continue reading →

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Follow up on “Big plate chicken”

Posted on July 31, 2014 by David Dettmann

For those of you who were maybe curious about that unusual “Old Yang family shop Big plate chicken” spice packet I bought several weeks ago, I finally decided to give it a try.  Above is my a less than photogenic … Continue reading →

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“Big plate chicken” spice pack from Urumchi

Posted on July 16, 2014 by David Dettmann

I’m not big on non-perishables that are loaded with chemicals and preservatives.  I really appreciate fresh ingredients and the time taken to produce a beautiful stew.  That said, I couldn’t resist this very unusual find today at a local market … Continue reading →

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