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The foundations for what we know as Chinese food were laid in the mid-1800s, when a huge influx of Chinese immigrants came to California during the Gold Rush, mostly from Canton (today known as Guangzhou). The newcomers started opening restaurants, and eventually began settling elsewhere thanks to the railroad expansion. That resulted in the establishment of Chinatowns all over the place (never forget, Jack Nicholson!).

In the 1920s, Chinese food started to catch on among the bohemians (who sometimes ate the food before it was cool… and burned the roofs of their mouths). It wasn’t until after World War II that it started to become more mainstream. Chinese chefs would often have two menus: one for Chinese people and one for Americans… but as its popularity grew, the American-tailored menu came to dominate.(thrillist.com)

Today’s Restaurant

Panda Express – Capitol and McKee Rd. San Jose,Ca

Average Cost

Less than $10 for 3 items and a side

Rating (1-10)

8.5

Recommended Dishes: 

Chinese Spare Ribs, Orange Chicken,Beef Brocolloi

Chinese food is a delightful meal that I have grown up with and it will always have a special place in my heart.

My mom used to bring Chinese food for dinner in the 80’s when she came home from work and we would always indulge in the sweet flavors of sweet and sour pork, or orange chicken and crunchy egg rolls.

I used to love dipping my egg rolls into sweet and sour sauce and then slurping chow mein while biting into the many different items that she was able to buy for us three growing teenagers without going broke.

“Hey Trev, that fast food Chinese Food is not authentic Chinese.. You American’s are fooling yourselves!”

“My dear Asian friend, I understand your point as I enjoy both sides of the coin..I’m going to talk about the American style Chinese food today. We’ll talk authentic on my next run..”

Anywhooo..

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