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celebrate
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You might also want to consider purchasing several yards of fabric
printed with Chinese characters. Use the fabric as a wall hanging, as a
table covering, or as a way to cover accent pillows. And, if you’re
lucky enough to live in a town with a large Chinese-American community,
be sure to make a trip to your local Chinatown or to visit specialty
Asian shops.
Music
Decorations,
of course, are only one part of your preparation. There are
other simple details that will help to set the mood for the
party. Music is an absolute necessity. Chinese music can be
soothing and beautiful, providing the perfect background sounds
for your feast. Raid the music collection at your local library,
and get authentic music without increasing your expenses. Or use
the web to find good sources of information about Chinese music
and culture. Start your search at sites such as CultureofChina.com,
China-on-site.com,
and Chineseculture.about.com.
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Food
+ Drink
The most important part of your party will be the food. Keep the
menu simple but delicious. If your cooking talents include Asian
cuisine, try your hand at some of our recipes for Scallion
Pancakes (try the quick and easy version, in the sidebar to
the right, or for you more adventurous cooks, have a go at a
more traditional
method), Dumplings, and an Americanized dish called "Ants Climbing
Trees" (the recipe appears on the next page.) Or make some Steamed Chicken Buns (check out the recipe
from Yan Can Cook).
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Scallion Pancakes
(Quick and easy version)
2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
2 eggs, beaten
1 ½ c. water
1 tsp. sesame oil
4 large scallions, chopped
dash hot chili oil (optional)
Mix ingredients together to create a thick batter. Oil a
skillet. Cook pancakes in small batches. Allow the pancakes to
cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from pan and blot
excess oil on paper towel. Serve warm with soy sauce or Chinese
Black Bean sauce.
Check out the more traditional
method of making Scallion Pancakes
too!
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