Tag Archives: Chinese food

Twittering From a Chinese Restaurant As Billy Joel Plays

Posted on February 7, 2009 by Neil

It’s nine oclock on a Saturday The regular crowd Twitters on There’s an old man sitting next to me Eating his soup and wonton He says, son, that’s the iphone, right, isn’t it? I read about it in the news … Continue reading →

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Dear Chinese People,

Posted on November 14, 2005 by Neil

Dear Chinese People, For most of my life, your fine Chinese cuisine has been there for me.   No matter where I went, I always found the comfort of your Kung Pao chicken and Hunan Beef.   I’ve feasted in some of … Continue reading →

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In Praise of Chinese Restaurants

Posted on May 12, 2005 by Neil

If I can make it to New York soon, I’d like to go see "Have You Eaten Yet?" at the Museum of Chinese in Americas.  It is an exhibit is about the history of Chinese restaurants in America. Rich, poor, … Continue reading →

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