Chinese Taboos of Giving Gifts
You want to please your Chinese friend, and send him a gift. But strangely you find him seen to be not so happy when he open the gift box. You want to know why, then read this arctile about Chinese taboos of giving gifts.
How to cook Moo Goo Gai Pan
A popular restaurant dish, Moo Goo Gai Pan means "fresh mushrooms with sliced chicken."
Write男(nán)(man) in Chinese charater
男 nán Origin： 这个字由“田”和“力”两部分组成，在田里耕作是古代男人的主要职责，因此用“田”和“力”来表示男人。
This character is comprised of “田” (field) and “力” (power). In ancient China, working in the fields was an important male responsibility, so “田” and “力” were combined to represent men.
5 tips about Chinese taboos
People all over the world will not be sick of good luck, so it is Chinese people. In Different Aspects, there are different Chinese taboos, some of which reflect their best wishes for good luck.
Write 参(cān/shēn)(to enter) in Chinese character
参（cān/shēn）
Origin: “参”最初是星宿的名称。字形是在人的头上有几颗星，后来又加上三道斜线，表示星光。现在“参”字多表示“参加”、“加入”的意思。The original meaning of “参” was the name of the constellation. The character looked like a person’s head with several stars surrounding it. Later, three slashes were added to represent starlight. Today, it means “to attend” or “to join.”
How to Avoid 3 Chinese Taboos
While you are visiting China, you will meet some Chinese friends or business partners. At that time, some Chinese taboos should be avoid. Try to remember the following ones to avoid being embarrassed.
How to cook Vegetarian Cabbage Rolls
This recipe calls for vegetarian oyster sauce, flavored with mushrooms instead of oysters. It is available in Asian markets.
Chinese grammar: “All along” with 一直”yizhi”
Expressing "all along" with 一直 (yīzhí) is pretty easy. Character for character, it literally means "one straight," and it's sort of like saying "constantly."
How to cook Vegetarian Sweet and Sour “Spareribs”
Vegetarian Sweet and Sour "Spareribs" is a delicious Chinese food. Ingredients: 10 – 12 cups water for boiling walnuts
4 teaspoons salt for boiling walnuts
3 ounces fresh shelled walnuts
1/2 red bell pepper
1/2 green bell pepper
2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon oil for stir-frying
6 ounces pineapple slices (3/4 cup)
1/2 cup Sweet and Sour Sauce
1 medium carrot, shredded, for garnish
Chinese dining taboos
It is wonderful that people in China care very much about their food as well as dining etiquette and taboos. As the time goes by, many people don't pay so much attention to them like before, but I still suggest you keep in mind a few taboos, especially if you are have a dinner in your Chinese friend’s home.
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