Chinese Food in the U.S: a story about culture adaptation

Author's Notes

I go to Bucknell University, which is located in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. In this small town, there are two Japanese restaurants owned by Chinese. The menus are a mix of Chinese and Japanese food. The distinctiveness between the two becomes ambiguous nowadays. It seems that Japanese and Chinese restaurants emerge into one “brand” under the influence of the American culture. I am curious to find out how Asian food adapts to American culture. 

I hope the project generates more interests in studying how one culture adapts to another one. The evolution of Chinese food is not only about the tastes, but also about how the Americans view China as a country. Chinese culture in America is not limited to exotic cuisine, but is also related to the people and international politics. The adaptation of Chinese food tells us a lot of stories.



 

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