A great adventure awaits you on this walking tour through one of the oldest Chinese communities in America. The traditional Asian diet is believed to be among the healthiest in the world. Learn how and why the Chinese eat the way they do, and how Chinese-American dishes developed. Long ago, Socrates said "food is medicine". Here in the West, this has been largely forgotten. To the Chinese however, there is still a thin line between the two. In a traditional herbal pharmacy, you will discover the differences between hot, warm neutral, cool and cold foods, yin and yang, the five elements, and the important flow of "Qi".
As you weave down the narrow streets you'll be privy to secret specialties and ingredients from tiny shops unknown to tourists; from the best Chinese bakery and Cantonese deli, to a hidden street food stall, to a market overflowing with exotic produce, fabulous seafood, and an endless array of spices. As you sample the flavors you will discover the traditions behind the food. Complete your stroll
with a delicious Dim Sum lunch of Cantonese steamed and fried dumplings served from roaming carts. Learn the ins and outs of ordering, as well as the unique rules of Dim Sum etiquette.