Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, and Other Curiously Named Classic Chinese Dishes, 9781797218267
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Eat history! Discover folklore and easy recipes in a graphic novel.

Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, and Other Curiously Named Classic Chinese Dishes

graphic cookbook + 28 recipes

$44.01

  • Paperback

    184 pages

  • Release Date

    3 March 2025

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Summary

Buddha Jumps Over the Wall: A Graphic Novel Cookbook of Curiously Named Chinese Dishes

Explore the unique nomenclature of traditional Chinese dishes through folklore, personal storytelling, and 28 easy-to-cook recipes in this entertaining graphic novel cookbook, perfect for lovers of comics and food.

Storytelling is one of the most universal and collaborative components in every culture. In Chinese culture, dishes are often connected to a classic legend, a f…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781797218267
ISBN-10:1797218263
Author:Vivian Truong, Ying Chang Compestine
Publisher:Chronicle Books
Imprint:Chronicle Books
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:184
Release Date:3 March 2025
Weight:241g
Dimensions:229mm x 191mm
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Critics Review

“This engaging comic cookbook makes learning about Chinese cuisine fun and accessible for everyone. –Booklist”

About The Author

Vivian Truong

Ying Chang Compestine is the author of more than twenty cookbooks and children’s books. She is based in Berkeley, California.

Vivian Truong is the London-based artist behind the graphic novels City of Dragons, Cooking with Monsters, and I Am Fun Size and So Are You! She was the UK’s official illustrator for World Book Day 2024.

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