2025 on the Chinese calendar is the year of the Snake which began on January 2 and lasts for about 15 days. To celebrate, our friend Roger Chen prepared a memorable feast consisting of traditional dishes, accompanied by wines selected by Tony Di Dio. Here are some of the highlights.
Appetizers:
Tudou Sela (Shanghai Potato Salad)
Xiaocong Ban Doufu (Silken Tofu with Scallion)
Xiang-gan Bocai (Pressed Tofu with Spinach)
Shanghai La Baicai (Shanghai Spicy Cabbage)
Rousi He-ye-bing (Shredded Pork with Lotus Leaf Buns)
Nino Franco Grave Di Stecca-Veneto
Foxen Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay Block UU 2017 Santa Maria Valley
Entree:
Zha Ou-he (Fried Stuffed Lotus Root)
Gongbao Jiding (Kung Pao Chicken)
Huacai Yudoufu (Chinese Cauliflower with Fish Doufu)
Tangcu Liji (Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin)
Xiangchang Fensi (Mung Bean Noodle with Diced Sweet Sausage)
Qiezhi Yukuai (Fish Fillet in Sweet Tomato Sauce)
Yangzhou Chaofan (Yangzhou Fried Rice)
Dessert:
Song Gao ( Steamed Rice Cake with Red Bean Paste & Dates, Raisins, Walnuts, Candied Melon Toppings)
Aveleda Solos De Xisto Alvarinho 2022 Portugal
Gung hei fat choy, Happy New Year and Prosperity!
What a lovely meal!