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Oriental

Telephone:
289 395 668/ 910 002 828
Main categories:
  • Restaurant - Economy - These restaurants place emphasis on value for money. Families are welcome.
Coordinates:
Lat:37.08725 Lon:-8.03792

 

Asian food. Dinner only. Specialties include Crispy Aromatic Duck, Delicious Dumplings and Cantonese Prawns.

The history of Chinese food:

The history of Chinese food is an interesting one. Unlike many cultures, the Chinese believe that the preparation of food is an art, not simply a craft.

Chinese food, and the way it is prepared, is very much influenced by the two major philosophies which influence the entire Chinese culture: Confucianism and Taoism. Both of these philosophies have influenced the way that the Chinese people cook and the way that they enjoy their food.

Confucianism and Chinese Cuisine

Confucius was the man behind the Confucianism beliefs. Among many other standards, he established standards for proper table etiquette and for the appearance and taste of Chinese Food. One of the standards set by Confucius (y