Given the important role food plays in Chinese culture, it is not surprising that many foods have symbolic meaning. ... Since noodles do symbolize long life, it is considered very unlucky to cut up a strand. ... In fact, at a banquet it is customary to serve the whole fish last, pointed toward the guest of honor. read more
In a lot of inland Chinese cities, fish is a delicacy. So only on special occasions people can afford fish, and therefore making it even more symbolic and special. It is also because of this, there are many mock fish dishes in Chinese cuisine, such as Fish Aroma Pork/Eggplant (鱼香肉丝/鱼香茄子). read more
Chinese and Mexican are the only cuisines whose ingredients are widely available in India. Still Chinese cuisine is famous as it's easy to prepare. Though, I will not agree that it's healthy especially the way it is prepared in India. read more
This culture passed down from generation to generation, even now fish is still a main dish in chinese dining-table, especially in important activities and festivals. This cultur al tradition was passed down from generation to generation, even now fish is still a main dish in chinese dining-table, especially in important activities and festivals. read more