Assortment Platter: Spine or cover with flaws

Author: Tang Lujun
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Tang Lujun has half Chinese ancestry, as his mother was the daughter of Li Heyan, who once served as the Governor of Henan, the Chief of the River Conservancy Commission, and the Governor of Fujian and Zhejiang. Therefore, it is quite natural for Mr. Tang Lujun to have this collection of works primarily focused on the various aspects of Yanjing, which can rival Zhen Jun's Tianzhi Ouwen in quality, as noted by Gao Yang. Tang Lujun authentically and concisely recorded his experiences with food and drink, perfectly filling the void in the dietary records of the era he lived in, making it a valuable primary source for studying the evolution of food culture during that period, as highlighted by Dai Yaodong. Tang Lujun's descriptions of culinary flavors with his writing are as vivid as the landscape descriptions in Lao Can You Ji or his portrayal of Hei Niu's large drum, as observed by Xia Yuanyu.
The content of this book is vast and comprehensive, covering topics such as the imperial sword and royal orders, food and dining, business cards, kites, the lunar calendar, and ginseng. Additionally, the author provides detailed accounts of the food, clothing, accommodation, and transportation in Bangkok, where he visited multiple times. When it comes to recounting the anecdotes of food culture, few in the world can rival Tang Lujun. The book's wide-ranging and diverse subjects align perfectly with its title, "A Mixed Platter," fully showcasing the author's extensive knowledge and experiences.