US EditionViewing China from Afar: To Eat in My Chinatown
The documentary highlights Chinatown's blend of tradition and innovation, featuring Four Kings, a top new restaurant recognized by Bon Appétit and Michelin Guide in 2024 and 2025.
- On Aug. 11, 2025, People's Daily Online USA West produced the documentary Viewing China from Afar: To Eat in My Chinatown, highlighting San Francisco's Chinatown as the oldest North American enclave and a vibrant culinary destination.
- Amid a renewed interest in farm-to-table traditions, Chinese-American farmers deliver daily harvests of bok choy, Chinese broccoli, choy sum and Napa cabbage, enriching American meals.
- Highlighting Chinatown's culinary duality, Four Kings offers dishes like XO escargot and mapo-style spaghetti, created by former Michelin-starred Mister Jiu's chefs.
- Uniting community members, Martin Yan notes that each visit reveals something new or reconnects him with his past, highlighting ongoing cultural preservation and innovation in Chinatown.
- Beyond Chinatown's streets, the Komyng Hotel, a living museum, features traditional lanterns, carved wood panels, and vibrant murals preserving cultural heritage, while Filoli estate showcases thriving Asian leafy greens under meticulous care.
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Viewing China from Afar: Chinese Farm to Your Table
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Thanks to the dedication of many Chinese and Chinese-American farmers, American meals are increasingly graced by a vibrant array of fresh, nutritious, Chinese-grown vegetables. The documentary "Viewing China from Afar: Chinese Farm to…
Viewing China from Afar: To Eat in My Chinatown
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- San Francisco's Chinatown, the oldest such enclave in North America, stands as both a historic landmark and a vibrant culinary destination. Chinese-American celebrity chef Martin Yan reflects, "Every time I walk through these streets, I discover something new—or rediscover a forgotten piece of my past." The documentary Viewing China from Afar: To Eat in My Chinatown" was produced by People's Daily Onl…
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