Recipes

Lo mein noodles are one of the most recognizable types of Chinese noodles in the U.S. Today, we’ll teach you how to cook lo mein noodles properly, so that they’re perfect—not overly starchy, sticky, soggy, dry, or undercooked.  We also have a Chinese takeout menu’s worth of lo mein recipes, linked below! Whether you love ... View Post

Image by NoName_13 from Pixabay I returned from a week-long vacation in California a couple of days ago. (My jet lag is part of the reason I am writing this particular post, which required little or no research!) I try to get to California, where I moved from (to Florida) a few years ago, at least a couple of times a year to see my son, who still lives there. I also have many friends and acquaintances there, having lived in California for 26 years.  Petaluma, California, is a lovely town. Part of Wine Country, it has a population of...

It’s no secret that Chinese cooking is a firm favorite. So many people love the rich flavors, exciting vegetables, and unique preparations and textures you can get with good Chinese cooking. But, with so many options to choose from, and different restaurants and recipes calling for similar or very different ingredients, it’s sometimes hard to know how to tell one dish from a different one.  So, let’s take two family favorites, Chow Mein and Lo Mein, and talk about what makes each dish unique, how they are similar, and the core differences to pay attention to. Chow Mein Lo Mein...

Our editors independently select the products we recommend. We may earn a commission on items bought through our links. In a culture where external stimuli are constantly clawing for one’s attention, blocking out and settling in is an act of rebellion. Staying grounded and less reactive in the face of difficult thoughts and emotions? That’s the stuff. And meditation is a way to learn how to do that.  Don’t know where to start? Meditation books can help, both for those new to mindfulness or those looking to go deeper into their practice. It may seem counterintuitive — the goal during...

  Jidu Automotive, a joint venture created by Chinese vehicle maker Geely and technology giant Baidu, has announced plans to put its self-driving electric car, the Robo-01 Lunar Edition, on sale next year at around $55,000. The launch of the limited edition car is timed to coincide with China’s lunar exploration project, and is equipped with two LiDAR, a radar in the 5mm range, twelve ultrasonic sensors and twelve high-definition cameras. In terms of performance, it is on a par with the latest vehicles: 100 kWh battery manufactured by CATL, a range of 600 km, and acceleration from zero to...