China is known in the world for its rich culinary culture. And Beijing , as its capital city, undoubtedly stands as the epitome of such a tradition. Different cuisines from all over the country could be found here: from royal banquets to street food, from imposing restaurants to courtyard eateries, from century-old brand names to new franchised outlets. It is where long-lost private recipes are being recovered while chefs of global reputation are bringing novel ideas. The journey to delight one's palates starts right here in Beijing . |